Positive progress: Microsoft for Startups highlights benefits of GPT-5 on Azure
Startups using GPT-5 on Azure benefit from improved CRM automation, context awareness, and seamless handling of complex business logic.
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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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Three best responses when VCs say “No” – #InsideVC
Even if a VC rejects you at first, the door might not be closed forever.
