Through Microsoft's cutting-edge technology and Seedrs' expertise in fundraising, you will be better equipped to propel your startup forward as you gear up for your fundraising round:

• Join a dynamic community of entrepreneurs and mentors.

• Access exclusive webinars and networking opportunities.

• Engage with Microsoft’s AI team to help you build and go to market.

• Access relevant business resources available via Founders Hub and ISV Success, such as Cloud credits and licensing from Microsoft and partners. 

Plus, the six finalists will receive the following:

• The opportunity to take advantage of a 1:1 workshop with the Microsoft UK AI Development team on Build and Go to Market

• Access to discounts for fundraising with Seedrs

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Who is eligible to apply for the accelerator?

This accelerator is suitable for startups at various stages, regardless of sector, with a particular preference for software companies who are building and incorporating AI within the business. We welcome startups of all types and at various stages, but preference will be given to those gearing up for their Seed and Series A rounds and those within the Tech/AI/SaaS sectors.

Why should I apply?

The Seedrs and Microsoft AI Accelerator is an opportunity for emerging and leading businesses in the space to gain access to industry-leading support and be connected with top investors. Applying gives you access to all accelerator activities including upskilling webinars and software discounts, regardless of whether you are selected to be one of the final six pitches. Therefore, it’s worth applying, regardless!

How do I apply?

Complete the application form here. Applications will close on Friday 10th May 2024 to allow time for the team to review all applicants and choose the finalists for the Pitching Demo Day.

What happens once I submit my application?

A group of VC judges will assess all applications and select six finalists who will be invited to pitch at the Pitching Demo Day on 17th June 2024. The Pitching Demo Day will take place at the Microsoft Reactor Space in Paddington from 1:30pm - 5:00pm including opportunities for networking. If you aren’t selected as one of the finalists, you are still eligible to take part in the accelerator activities, including all eight exclusive upskilling webinar sessions.

How much of my time is required in order to complete the accelerator?

Every applicant will be invited to attend all eight of our upskilling webinars. We will be hosting two one-hour webinar sessions per week for four weeks commencing from 13th May 2024 which will take place during the day. If you are unable to attend the session, we will record each session to share with all participants via email afterwards, too. A detailed programme of these webinar sessions will be shared after the applications have closed. In addition to the webinar sessions, there is the opportunity to carry out individual mentoring sessions with industry experts throughout the duration of the accelerator. These sessions will be implemented on a case-by-case basis, depending on the level of support your business requires.

I live outside of London. Will I be required to attend any physical events?

All of our webinar sessions during the four-week accelerator will take place online so founders can attend regardless of where they are based. However, the Pitching Demo Day will take place at the Microsoft Reactor Space in Paddington and finalists will be required to attend this in-person. There will also be the opportunity for additional applicants to attend the Pitching Demo Day on a first-come, first-served basis.

Will I need to be available for all of the webinar sessions within the accelerator?

These sessions are the ideal time to ask our experts any relevant questions and build connections. That said, we understand that the founders’ schedules can be particularly busy and whilst we value seeing as many live attendees on the webinar sessions as possible, attendance is not mandatory. We will record each session so founders can watch them again at any time.

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