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How to Apply to Microsoft for Startups & Access the Benefits: An Executive Briefing
Event summary
Learn how to apply to Microsoft for Startups, understand the eligibility requirements & make the most of the technology, credits & support available to qualifying startups.
Hosted by Ashley Tarver from Microsoft in partnership with Open Future Forum, this executive briefing is designed for founders & startup leaders who want a clear understanding of the program & how it can support their growth.
About the event
Microsoft for Startups helps eligible companies build, launch & scale their products using Microsoft's technology, AI services & startup resources. Depending on eligibility & progress, participating startups may gain access to Microsoft Azure credits, AI infrastructure, technical guidance, product benefits & go-to-market opportunities.
During this practical executive briefing, Ashley Tarver from Microsoft will explain how the program works, which startups are a good fit & what founders should prepare before applying.
The session will also explore how startups can use Microsoft resources to develop their products, strengthen their technical infrastructure & prepare for enterprise growth.
This is an executive-level briefing rather than a highly technical product demonstration.
What you will learn
What Microsoft for Startups is & how the program works
How to apply to Microsoft for Startups
Which startups may be eligible
What information to prepare before applying
How eligible startups can access Microsoft Azure & AI resources
How startup credits & benefits can increase as a company progresses
How Microsoft can support product development & technical growth
What founders should know about go-to-market & enterprise opportunities
Common application & onboarding mistakes to avoid
Microsoft currently states that eligible startups can access increasing levels of startup credits over time, with qualifying companies potentially receiving up to $150,000 based on factors such as verification, service adoption & sustained Azure usage.
Who should attend
This briefing is designed for:
Startup founders & CEOs
CTOs & technical co-founders
AI & SaaS company leaders
Chief Product Officers
Startup partnership & business-development leaders
Venture-backed & accelerator-backed startups
Early-stage companies building scalable software products
Founders considering Microsoft Azure for product development & growth
Featured speaker
Ashley Tarver
Microsoft
Ashley will provide practical guidance for founders considering Microsoft for Startups & answer questions about the application process, eligibility & available benefits.
Hosted by
Microsoft, in partnership with Open Future Forum
Open Future Forum is a global executive community founded in Silicon Valley. Its network reaches tens of thousands of executives & investors worldwide. It runs a year-round calendar of events for senior executives & investors, including CEOs, CFOs, CMOs, CISOs, private equity leaders, founders, & AI leaders, through Forum Select, its invite-only private gatherings, & Forum Events, its open panels & gatherings. Beyond events, Open Future Forum convenes peer groups & executive boards & publishes original research built on first-party survey & qualitative data from its executive network.
Frequently asked questions
What is Microsoft for Startups?
Microsoft for Startups is a program that provides qualifying startups with access to Microsoft technology, AI services, startup credits, expert guidance & resources designed to help them build, scale & sell their products.
How do I apply to Microsoft for Startups?
Startups apply by submitting information about the company, its product, team, funding & technical plans. Some startups may also qualify through a referral from an investor, accelerator or venture-capital firm in Microsoft's Investor Network.
What benefits are available?
Benefits can vary according to eligibility & the startup's progress. They may include Azure credits, access to AI models & infrastructure, technical support, Microsoft products, expert guidance & selected go-to-market opportunities.
Do I need to have raised venture capital?
Not every entry route requires institutional funding. However, startups supported by participating investors may qualify for additional benefits through Microsoft's Investor Network.
Is this webinar technical?
The session is designed primarily for founders & executives. CTOs & technical leaders will also benefit, but the focus will be on eligibility, applications, benefits & strategic opportunities rather than detailed product implementation.
Will there be an opportunity to ask questions?
Yes. The briefing will include time for audience questions about Microsoft for Startups & the application process.
Short Luma preview
Learn how to apply to Microsoft for Startups, understand the eligibility requirements & access Microsoft credits, AI resources, technical guidance & growth opportunities. Hosted by Ashley Tarver from Microsoft in partnership with Open Future Forum.
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