Privv Wins Software Category at the 2025 FIRE Awards

By: Kyle Macdonald We’re excited to celebrate Ville Houttu , founder of Privv and Silicon Oasis Ambassador , for winning the Software Category at this year’s FIRE Awards , hosted by Phoenix Business Journal in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority . Privv is building the future of capital project management—streamlining how large organizations, especially in education, manage complex builds through an AI-native platform. Their momentum is real, and this award reflects both product innovation and the power of community support. Why it matters: The FIRE Awards honor Arizona’s most promising early-stage companies Privv stood out for solving a critical problem in real estate and construction tech Ville gave a heartfelt shout-out to ACA’s Venture Scale, PHX FWD, StartupAZ, and PBJ for fueling the journey As a Silicon Oasis Ambassador , Ville is actively shaping and supporting Arizona’s innovation ecosystem Early-stage building isn’t easy—but Privv’s win reminds us what’s possible when talent meets community. Congrats to Ville and the Privv team for helping shape what’s next for Arizona’s built environment.

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