PHOENIX, AZ (September 28, 2026) — Blue Signal Search has been named to the Phoenix Business Journal’s 2026 Phoenix Area’s Largest Private Companies list, ranking No. 161 among 307 privately held businesses across the Valley.
The annual list ranks Phoenix-area private companies by revenue, with the 2026 edition based on 2025 revenue. The recognition places Blue Signal among a broad group of locally based businesses contributing to the region’s continued economic growth.
Through specialized recruiting, executive search, and staffing services, Blue Signal partners with companies nationwide across more than 25 industries to build stronger teams, from individual contributors through executive leadership.
From Our CEO
“Being included alongside so many established Arizona companies means a lot to us. Phoenix has become an important part of Blue Signal’s growth, and this recognition reflects the work our team continues to put into serving our clients, growing responsibly, and building a company we’re proud of.”
Matt Walsh CEO, Blue Signal Search
The recognition adds to a strong year for Blue Signal. In 2026, the firm was also named the #1 Largest Phoenix-Area Executive Search Firm by the Phoenix Business Journal, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, named to Inc.’s Best Workplaces list, and ranked on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Blue Signal has completed more than 3,700 successful searches and maintains a 94% average 12-month retention rate for permanent placements. As the firm continues to grow, its focus remains on providing specialized recruiting support, flexible search solutions, and long-term value for clients.
To view the complete 2026 Phoenix Area’s Largest Private Companies list, visit the Phoenix Business Journal.
About Phoenix Business Journal
Phoenix Business Journal is a leading source of local business news, research, and business intelligence for the Greater Phoenix community. The publication is part of American City Business Journals, the largest publisher of metropolitan business newsweeklies in the United States, with 44 business publications across the country reaching millions of readers each week.
About Blue Signal Search
Headquartered in Phoenix, Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm on a mission to change the way the world hires. The firm specializes in more than 25 industries, including several with a strong presence across Greater Phoenix and Arizona, such as semiconductor, manufacturing, aerospace and defense, technology, data centers, construction, and power and energy.
Blue Signal supports hiring from individual contributors through executive leadership and offers flexible recruiting solutions based on each company’s needs. Services include contingent, engaged, and retained search, contract staffing, and Recruiting-as-a-Service for organizations seeking ongoing recruiting support.
Across every search, Blue Signal combines specialized industry knowledge, thoughtful search strategy, and a high-touch approach to help companies find the right people and build stronger teams.
Recognized for Excellence
Blue Signal is proud to be recognized by leading organizations for recruiting excellence, company growth, workplace culture, and the work of our team.
America’s Best Recruiting Firms
Best Workplaces
2026 Honoree
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