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November 18, 2008

Microsoft BizSpark Program brings TechTown into the fold

TechTown has become a Network Partner in Microsoft's BizSpark Program.

BizSpark works to help make connections for businesses and entrepreneurs on a global level.

Members get access to software ecosystems of Microsoft and BizSpark's partners, who provide resources, guidance and even mentors for early stage start-ups. This is done with no upfront costs for the start-up's first three years, which is often when the firms can least afford it but need it most.

The BizSpark Program is mainly aimed at IT firms and other technology-based start-ups. TechTown sees this as another way to plug its companies and entrepreneurs into a broader society of like-minded professionals.

Eligible companies must be actively engaged in development of a software-based product or service that is a core piece of their business model, less than three years and have less than $1 million in revenue.

For information on applying to BizSpark, click here.

Source: TechTown
Writer: Jon Zemke
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