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Marc Gagne ▪ Technical Evangelist ▪ Microsoft Canada@marc_gagne ▪ [email protected] ▪ wootstudio.ca
♥startups
Microsoft wants to invest in the success of your startup
Microsoft Ventures
To enable people and businesses throughout the world to realize their full potential
BizSparkBizSpark is your pipeline to Microsoft cloud and software development tools. For over 5 years we have supported over 85,000+ startups in 165 countries across 6 continents.
CommunityWe’re establishing a global footprint – supporting startups like you and working with leading accelerators as well as partners in a worldwide effort.
AcceleratorsThese immersive programs are aimed at early-stage startups and first-time entrepreneurs, with one main goal: Creating great businesses at breakneck pace.
FundOnce the startup ball is rolling, this global seed fund offers the opportunity to receive a strategic investment to propel your business to the next level.
FocusSmart Cloud ServicesEmbedded Systems & IoTEnterprise SaaS & ITGaming & EntertainmentEducation TechnologyUrban & Rural Informatics
BizSpark
BizSpark is for startupsWho are developing software/technology
Who are less than 5 years old
Who are making less than one million in revenue annually
Who are privately held
Free Software & Services for 3 years8 MSDN Ultimate Subscriptions (~$13,000 each)
WindowsVisual Studio UltimateOffice 2013Office 365 Developer SubscriptionTeam Foundation ServerDeveloper Store accounts& more
Windows Azure $150/month for 3 yearsVirtual Machines
Windows & Linux
Website & Web Apps.NET, Node.js, PHP & Python
Mobile Services Identity, Notifications, Storage & moreWindows, iOS, Android & Web
& so much more
Windows Azure 60k Offer$5,000 a month in Windows Azure credits
For one year
Must be nominated
Need to be growing fast and using Azure to succeed
What’s the catch?
There isn’t one, no really!No contract or credit card needed
Graduate after 3 years & keep what you’ve used
Get discounts after graduation to keep getting new software and benefits
Alumni benefits
DevicesAvailable through our device loaning program
Windows 8 ARM TabletsWindows 8 Intel Tablets & LaptopsWindows Phone
More coming soon, let us know what you need!
Accelerate your startup with BizSpark & Microsoft & Windows Azure
Fhotoroom
thank [email protected]
aka.ms/bizsparkcanada