iBloks Selected to Join Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program
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Global Program Helps Accelerate the Success of Innovative Startups
Committed to Microsoft's Platform Technologies
SAN FRANCISCO--(Business Wire)--iBloks, Live in 3D, today announced that it has been selected to
join the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program. Stewarded by the
Emerging Business Team (EBT) at Microsoft Corp., the program is
designed to connect high-potential startups committed to the Microsoft
platform to an extensive support network that provides access to
Microsoft people and programs, guidance on future directions, and
support to accelerate their success.
"Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program has provided iBloks with
invaluable software development support and advertising insights to
propel our company to secure advertising contracts from large
corporations like MGM, Fox and Coca Cola," said Julia Miller, iBloks
president and chief executive officer.
Microsoft is committed to serving as a valuable technology and
business partner for emerging startups and their investors. Companies
are selected to join the program based on their innovation,
marketability, growth potential, funding, platform decision and
strategic importance to Microsoft. These companies receive customized
engagement plans designed to support their software development and
increase market visibility. The program is now open to interested
startups, which can apply via a profiling process outlined at the
Microsoft Startup Zone at http://www.microsoftstartupzone.com.
"Microsoft is pleased to be working with iBloks to deliver a
comprehensive self-serve platform for rich media advertising. The
iBloks InstantAd(TM) product offers one of the most compelling
solutions available today to customers," said Beti Cung, Emerging
Business Team Portfolio Manager, Microsoft Corp.
The Microsoft EBT evaluates hundreds of technology startups each
year to identify those with the strongest potential to succeed in the
market, shape the industry's future, and enhance the overall value of
Microsoft products and services for customers. The Microsoft Startup
Accelerator Program shines the spotlight on some of the most promising
startups and provides good examples of how startups can work
successfully with Microsoft.
About iBloks
iBloks' mission is to revolutionize advertising and consumer
interactivity on the web with a unified advertising platform. iBloks
works with Microsoft and Google's advertising networks to deliver rich
immersive experiences. For additional information, please visit iBloks
at: http://www.ibloks.com.
Live in 3D(TM) is a trademark of iBloks. The additional names of
actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks
of their respective owners.
iBloks
Kelly Haut, 415-546-2140
Kelly@ibloks.com
Copyright Business Wire 2008
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