Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator Program ($150,000 in credits) 2023

Join our 8-week, equity-free accelerator program for sustainability startups! With the support of Microsoft and Abu Dhabi Investment Office, learn from global experts, connect with the right corporate and investment network, and access opportunities to scale your solution to the next level.

Program Components

• Four themes based on COP28 thematic days:
  • Finance, Trade, Gender Equality and Accountability
  • Energy, Industry, and Just Transition
  • Nature, Land Use, and Oceans
  • Food, Agriculture, and Water
• Virtual capacity building workshops and training covering Business, Abu Dhabi, Sustainability, and Tech
• Unique curated mentor panel dedicated specifically to each startup
• 1:1 Technical support and guidance from Microsoft specialists
• In-person Demo Day and opportunities at COP28 in the UAE
• Access to investors and corporate partners
• $150,000+ in credits and benefits on Founders Hub

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Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator Program

Aim and Benefits of Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator Program

The virtual program supports qualifying startups across 4 pillars:

• Tech Enablement
  • They connect founders with the tech they need to thrive. Access a package of perks, including a minimum of $25,000 of free Azure credits, GitHub Enterprise License, Microsoft 365 Licenses, and an extensive network of tech experts.
• Corporate Readiness
  • The program connects tech startups with some of the biggest corporations and mentors that prepare their startups for enterprise selling.
• Financial Readiness
  • Work closely with expert financial mentors to enhance the startups’ financial and business models.
• Investor Readiness
  • Understand how investor-ready you are and get exposure to Microsoft’s VC partner network.

Requirements for Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator Program Qualification

• Open to tech startups;
• Have sustainability solutions;
• Revenue Generating Scale-Ups or Growth Stage Innovators.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Microsoft GrowthX Accelerator Program

Timeline

• Application Deadline: September 14
• Program Duration: October 2 – November 24
• Demo Day: First week of COP28 in December

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details,visit Microsoft website