Microsoft BizSpark
Posted by Ronan | Filed under innovation, ireland, software, startup, technology, windows
Finally Microsoft has come up with something useful for cash strapped startups - BizSpark.
I attended the Digital Media Island meetup last Thursday were Microsoft launched it - it looks pretty cool.
Microsoft® BizSpark™ is a global program designed to help accelerate the success of early stage startups by providing key resources when they need it the most:
- Software. Receive fast and easy access to current full-featured Microsoft development tools, platform technologies, and production licenses of server products for immediate use in developing and bringing to market innovative and interoperable solutions. There is no upfront cost to enroll.
- Support. Get connected to Network Partners around the world — incubators, investors, advisors, government agencies and hosters — that are equally involved and vested in software-fueled innovation and entrepreneurship who will provide a wide range of support resources.
Visibility. Achieve global visibility to an audience of potential investors, clients and partners
As a Microsoft BizSpark member, you’ll be tapping into a rich, vibrant ecosystem of peers, partners and support resources around the globe, helping you grow and succeed. Microsoft BizSpark is the quickest way to get your Startup fired up.
You just need to prove you are a startup ( Get EI, University etc.) and get a load of stuff for free (except you have to pay $100 on exit).
Get the guide here for more info.
Well done Microsoft. ( It’s not often I say that )
Tags: BizSpark, Digital Media Island, Microsoft
