VC/Emerging Business Lead at Microsoft
London, United Kingdom
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- VC/Emerging Business Lead - UK at Microsoft
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Bindi Karia’s Summary
Key member of the UK Local Software Economy and Emerging Business cross-company teams, The role is responsible for strategy and delivery of Microsoft's innovation initiatives, working with entrepreneurs, investors, universities, and influencers, to position Microsoft as a leading supporter of innovation and growth in the UK. Leads the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Programme, BizSpark and Venture Capital / Investor Relations for the UK Marketplace.
The role involves extensive networking, relationship building and dealmaking at the most senior levels in innovative businesses, their investors, and support organisations, and requires comprehensive understanding of Microsoft’s business strategy, product portfolio, and innovation policy and initiatives, and how all fit together in the current ecosystem.
Managing the relationships with both the investor and entrepreneur side of the equation.
Managing the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Programme. (www.microsoftstartupzone.com/uk) and BizSpark in the UK.
