BizSpark event in NYC :-)

This calls for your immediate attention please. Microsoft's BizSpark program and NYEBN will be putting on a great show this coming Monday, Jan. 11th. The event is free for any NYEBN members who are interested in learning how to use technology to develop a viable business plan and the ins and outs of tech startups. Please RSVP now if you are interested! There will be a $10 charge that applies for people not on the RSVP list.

We will give away a XBOX 360 Elite as the raffle prize (confirmed), and snacks are always available. Please bring your business cards if you want to enter to win the prize. Here how it works:

Microsoft gives software and support basically for free, a value of thousands of $$$$! Microsoft(r) BizSpark(tm) is a global program designed to help accelerate the success of early stage startups by providing key resources when they need it the most.

Software - Receive fast and easy access to current full-featured Microsoft development tools, platform technologies, and production licenses of server products for immediate use in developing and bringing to market innovative and interoperable solutions. There is no upfront cost to enroll.

Support - Get connected to Network Partners around the world - incubators, investors, advisors, government agencies and hosters - that are equally involved and vested in software-fueled innovation and entrepreneurship who will provide a wide range of support resources.

Visibility - Achieve global visibility to an audience of potential investors, clients and partners. As a Microsoft BizSpark member, you'll be tapping into a rich, vibrant ecosystem of peers, partners and support resources around the globe, helping you grow and succeed. Microsoft BizSpark is the quickest way to get your Startup fired up.

Agenda:
6 pm - 6:15 pm: Introduction
6:15 pm - 7:15 pm: Microsoft presentation: BizSpark Program and Incubation Camp
7:15 pm - 7:30 pm: Q&A
7:30 pm - 7:50 pm: 1st BizSpark start-up Presentation (Apprenda)

Topic: The value of leveraging the Microsoft stack, and the success we’ve had helping other companies move to a mature SaaS/S+S model in the cloud with all Microsoft technologies.

7:50 pm - 8:00 pm: Q&A
8:00 pm - 8:20 pm: 2nd BizSpark start-up Presentation (widwi)

Topic: Widwi.com is a place where you can proudly share the results from all of your hobbies and passions. During this session, the founder of Widwi will be presenting the new strategy for the business and is looking for YOUR feedback!

8:20 pm - 8:30 pm: Q&A
8:30 pm - 9:00 pm: Networking

sign up:

https://www.ny-entrepreneur-network.com/calendar/12252064/#posted