BizSpark
As Geotopia is a startup company that just opened their doors, they are looking for low-cost initiatives to support them and help them start their business quickly. Microsoft offers a program called BizSpark that helps startup companies succeed and offers them all the resources they need.
BizSpark is a global program that supports startups by offering them access to critical resources, such as software development tools, a network of industry experts to connect to, and marketing support to enhance visibility.
The reason why Microsoft offers this program is that it believes that accelerating startups helps them to build partnerships with future successful companies.
In order to file for a BizSpark position, a company needs to be:
In business for less than three years
Making less than one million dollars in annual revenue
Privately held
Engaged in developing software-based products a the core business of the startup
The program is renewed annually and lasts for a maximum of three years ...