Microsoft Accelerator for Windows Azure open applications

In October, I introduced the last finalists of http://www.aliyun.com/zixun/aggregation/11208.html ">microsoft Accelerator for Windows Azure, It was held by TechStars. Over the past few months, these startups have been guided by business and technology leaders, met with investors, learned from each other, and, most importantly, are building quality products. Here you can learn more about the first class startups and how they use Windows Azure.

With the presentation day approaching January 17, I am pleased to announce that today we are opening the application for the second class of Microsoft Accelerator for Windows Azure. The second class will start on April 1, 2013 and end on the June 26, 2013 Demo Day.

If you are currently working in a start-up or considering setting up your own company, I encourage you to apply. We are accepting applications submitted before February 1, 2013. Here you can find more information about accelerator and application processes.

Working with current start-up classes is really inspiring. This class brings incredible energy and innovation, and I look forward to reviewing this next class application.