What happened to BizSpark?
A: The BizSpark program was replaced by the Microsoft for Startups program in February 2018. Accepting the terms of use is a requirement for maintaining existing program benefits for startups already enrolled in the BizSpark program.
What is Microsoft ScaleUp?
Every year, Microsoft selects the top 10 companies to enter ScaleUp, an immersive program providing sales, marketing and technical support for qualified startups. Also, what these companies have in common is that they are Business-to-Business tech-startups and series B-ready.
What is a Microsoft Accelerator?
Microsoft Accelerator is a global initiative empowering entrepreneurs around the world on their journey to build great companies. The program is now supported by Microsoft ScaleUp.
How do I apply for Microsoft Accelerator?
- Provide a 2-minute video introducing the founders and give us your elevator pitch and\or a demo of your product. Paste YouTube or Vimeo URL Link (ex. www.youtube.com/foo)
- Please attach your business deck / one-pager (Max file size 30MB.) Choose a File.
- Please describe your business in 140 characters. a. 140.
How do I get free Azure credit?
7 Ways to Get Azure Credits
- Visual Studio Subscription.
- Azure for Students.
- Azure Free Account.
- Microsoft Partner Network.
- Microsoft for Startups.
- Azure for Education.
- Microsoft for Nonprofits.
Where do I enter my enrollment code for BizSpark?
When you start to sign up, Step 2 should show an enrollment code field that should already be filled in with the auto-approved code, e.g. “ABCDEF”. If you just have an enrollment code, go to bizspark.com and start to sign up. Enter your enrollment code in Step 2.
What kind of software do I get with BizSpark?
You’ll have access to Visual Studio Ultimate, Windows, SQL Server, Office and way more. Basically almost every Microsoft product available for development and testing! The best part is all licenses you obtain during your enrollment in BizSpark are perpetual upon graduation, in other words you get to keep what you’ve used.
Can a startup have more than one BizSpark account?
A startup can have only one BizSpark account. The Startup Administrator can assign up to five Visual Studio subscriptions to employees at their company. After being assigned Visual Studio benefits, the developer will then receive an email with steps to begin using their Visual Studio subscription.
What is going to happen to my current BizSpark benefits?
A: In February 2018, BizSpark was replaced by the Microsoft for Startups program. Q: What is going to happen to my current BizSpark benefits? A: If you are currently in good standing in the BizSpark program you won’t see any changes to your access and benefits. Q: Can I still apply for BizSpark?
