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Startup stories
May 8
6 min read

5 prevalent AI themes for both startups and enterprise

With Microsoft Build 2025 coming up, I’ve spent some time reflecting on the events I’ve already had the opportunity to attend in 2025—and the insights startups can garner from these industry gatherings.

Startup stories
March 20
1 min read

How to announce your startup has joined Microsoft for Startups

Many startups want to share the news about being a part of Microsoft for Startups, so here’s a short guide on how to refer to your company’s participation with us on your website, social media, or any of your other promotional materials.

Founder advice
December 17, 2024
4 min read

5 key marketing tips for early-stage business startup founders

Five essential marketing tips to help early-stage B2B startup founders navigate the marketplace and achieve sustainable growth.

Azure
September 12, 2024
2 min read

Tapping into Experts Through Founders Hub: How Satori Turbocharged their Business with Guidance from Microsoft Sales Leaders

The Expert Network is a benefits program within Founders Hub dedicated to connecting founders with experts in their field.

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News
October 18, 2023
10 min read

Introducing startup-friendly offers from trusted partners in Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub

Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub offers an exciting portfolio of trusted partner offers to provide maximum value to our in-program startups.

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Founder advice
October 15, 2023
3 min read

Using AI to augment your sales process

Steli Efti is the CEO and co-founder of Close, a CRM with built-in sales automation features for startups and SMBs.

News
August 21, 2023
5 min read

How to migrate production ready AI apps to Azure OpenAI Service

As a startup in Founders Hub, you can get started with $2,500 of OpenAI credits to begin experimenting with powerful AI models on day one.

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Founder advice
March 28, 2023
4 min read

Use your conviction to help change minds and open new markets — Jeu George, Orkes

I sat down recently with Orkes co-founder and CEO Jeu George.

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Founder advice
February 24, 2023
9 min read

4 effective cash management strategies for your startup’s playbook

Dan Kang is the vice president of finance at Mercury, a Microsoft for Startups partner that offers banking for startups at any size or stage.

News
December 15, 2022
2 min read

Technical advisory for founders from Microsoft experts

Azure Technical Advisory gives you access to an extensive pool of technical advisors drawn from across the Microsoft ecosystem.

News
December 7, 2022
2 min read

Three best responses when VCs say “No” – #InsideVC

Even if a VC rejects you at first, the door might not be closed forever.

Founder advice
December 5, 2022
2 min read

Three things to look for in your first sales hire

You’d be surprised by how many startups interview sales candidates who can manage sales reps, not make sales themselves.

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