Enterprise Zones and SkySong
At SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center, we offer more than premium office space —
we provide an innovation ecosystem. When companies choose to co-locate here, they plug into
Arizona State University’s (ASU) dynamic entrepreneurial and research network. This is not just
a place to lease — it’s a place to grow, to partner, and to scale.
The Value of Being in an ASU Innovation Zone
As one of ASU’s designated Innovation Zones, companies at SkySong benefit from a suite of exclusive advantages that support growth, talent, and deep integration with the University:
- Tuition Scholarships
Employees of companies in the Innovation Zone can access preferredpartner
tuition through the Innovation Zone Scholarship. - Access to ASU Core Facilities
As an Innovation Zone tenant, your company gains preferredpartner
pricing for ASU’s core research facilities — a significant cost-savings on access to highend
equipment. - Event & Meeting Discounts
Innovation Zone companies get preferential rates for meeting space at SkySong. For example, there is a 50% discount on event rental fees in some cases. - Relocation Support
Through our partner, Dircks Moving & Logistics, companies can receive discounted relocation assistance (up to 10% off) when they move into SkySong. - Workforce & Training Development
Access to ASU Career Services and CareerCatalyst programs is part of the package, along with discounts (e.g., 20% off select CareerCatalyst training courses) for Innovation Zone companies. - Engagement & Visibility
Companies benefit from introductions to ASU departments aligned with their mission, increasing opportunities for research and collaboration. - University Cultural & Athletic Access
Innovation Zone tenants get special opportunities such as exclusive ticket discounts for Sun Devil athletic events. - Brand Exposure
There is promotional support via the ASU Economic Development network (e.g., LinkedIn features) to highlight your company’s story. - Parking & Campus Access
Tenants may receive complimentary parking codes for ASU surface lots (depending on terms).
Strategic Advantages of SkySong’s Location & Ecosystem
As one of ASU’s designated Innovation Zones, companies at SkySong benefit from a suite of exclusive advantages that support growth, talent, and deep integration with the University:
- Tuition Scholarships
Employees of companies in the Innovation Zone can access preferredpartner
tuition through the Innovation Zone Scholarship. - Access to ASU Core Facilities
As an Innovation Zone tenant, your company gains preferredpartner
pricing for ASU’s core research facilities — a significant cost-savings on access to highend
equipment. - Event & Meeting Discounts
Innovation Zone companies get preferential rates for meeting space at SkySong. For example, there is a 50% discount on event rental fees in some cases. - Relocation Support
Through our partner, Dircks Moving & Logistics, companies can receive discounted relocation assistance (up to 10% off) when they move into SkySong. - Workforce & Training Development
Access to ASU Career Services and CareerCatalyst programs is part of the package, along with discounts (e.g., 20% off select CareerCatalyst training courses) for Innovation Zone companies. - Engagement & Visibility
Companies benefit from introductions to ASU departments aligned with their mission, increasing opportunities for research and collaboration. - University Cultural & Athletic Access
Innovation Zone tenants get special opportunities such as exclusive ticket discounts for Sun Devil athletic events. - Brand Exposure
There is promotional support via the ASU Economic Development network (e.g., LinkedIn features) to highlight your company’s story. - Parking & Campus Access
Tenants may receive complimentary parking codes for ASU surface lots (depending on terms).
Why This Matters to Your Company
- Talent Advantage
You’ll be embedded in one of the most innovative research universities in the U.S., with direct access to students, faculty, and graduates. - Cost Efficiency
Innovations Zone benefits help reduce costs — through tuition support, facility discounts, and relocation perks. - Credibility & Exposure
Association with ASU and SkySong increases your visibility in the innovation community, amplifying your story to investors, customers, and partners. - Scalability
As you grow, you can scale up within the SkySong ecosystem — from small coworking offices to large corporate space — without losing the entrepreneurial ecosystem. - Collaboration Opportunities
Proximity to other like-minded firms, startups, and university researchers creates
The Perfect Location for Innovation
From SkySong’s perspective, hosting companies in the ASU Innovation Zone is not just about
leasing space — it’s about building a community of innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs.
For companies considering SkySong, the advantages are compelling: access to ASU’s talent
and research, economic incentives, an engaged innovation ecosystem, sustainable infrastructure,
and a high-profile base in the heart of a thriving metropolitan corridor.
By co-locating here, companies don’t just find an address — they gain a strategic partner in
ASU, a seat in a globally ambitious innovation hub, and a platform to scale with impact.