Initiative Cloud Accelerator

About WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator

WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator with Hyperscalers is an immersive annual program to assist women-led tech companies to co-build, co-market and co-sell with Cloud Hyperscalers such as Microsoft, Google, IBM and their distribution channels. This program is designed to help you win enterprise opportunities, get access to cloud credits, an advisor community, a co-sell GTM plan, access marketplaces, investors and a global stage to showcase your business.

The Annual WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator with Hyperscaler Includes:

  • 3 Month Dedicated Accelerator Program
  • 3 years of access to all the enterprise opportunities to get you access to customers and investors
  • Monthly roundtables & Community connections
  • Speaker slots on industry and community events
  • Expedited Warm Introductions To Advisors, Investors & Buyers
  • Access To Cloud Hyperscaler Partnerships
  • Invitations to participate in digital GTM offerings from Hyperscalers
  • Get your ready to participate in Cloud marketplaces
  • Dedicated Digital Learning Hub
  • Access to Cloud hyperscaler programs and cloud credits
  • Immersive co-selling with Hyperscaler education (live + online)
  • Downloadable workbooks and templates
  • Hands-on assistance to development of Cloud business model, GTM plan & Co-Selling Support
  • Developing Investor and Enterprise ready pitch
  • Media access and Case study development for PR activities
  • Invitation to Pitch your Solution on Fortune 100 Lunch and Learn Series to meet your buyers and influencers
  • Participate in Microsoft #Buildfor2030 Campaign and other SDG focused
  • Priority access to Digital Co-Selling Via Marketplace Annual Program (Qualification Required)

Note: One Time Investment required is $2495 ($25,000 value, majority underwritten by Cloud Hyperscalers)

Curriculum Overview

Why Apply?

PROVEN METHODOLOGY

Proven methodologies, resources and tools to grow your business in the cloud

ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY

Access to cloud credits to build your cloud business

ACCESS TO CLOUD HYPERSCALERS

Access to Cloud Hyperscalers Go-To-Market and Co-Sell programs

GAIN ACCESS TO MENTORS & ADVISORS

Gain access to and learn from industry experts, our selected panel of coaches and advisors

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS

Limited to 50 women-led businesses per cohort, open to all companies across the globe with specific activations in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, India, UAE, France, Germany, Kenya, and South Africa.

Attend the Open House

Struggling to schedule B2B meetings? Debating on whether the WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator is right for you? Get the answers to all of your questions direct from the team. Learn what it takes to join the cohort who are creating $1B in cloud economy. Will you be the next?

WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator Impact

At Women in Cloud our goal is to pioneer greater economic access for women in entrepreneurship. Hear from the latest Cloud Accelerator graduates about the impact of the program, their realized success, and their advice for other female tech entrepreneurs.

Who Can Apply?

WOMEN-LED

Companies with at least one woman in the C-level role with decision making power in the company

LOCATED ANYWHERE

Based anywhere across the globe, but primarily US, Canada, Africa, India, Germany, France, UK, Greece, and the UAE

B2B ENTERPRISE-DRIVEN

Those targeting enterprise opportunities in any industry sector with a potential to scale

EXPERIENCE

Must be in business for one year with one pilot customer and developed a cloud solution

SEEKING TO SCALE

Looking to scale business through Hyperscalers and their distribution channels

Entrepreneur Opportunties

Our Entrepreneurs

WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator FAQ´s

How would Women in Cloud help me achieve my entrepreneurial goals?

Women In Cloud’s mission is to create a multitude of access points for female founders to accelerate their business goals. Here are 9 ways we support founders in their entrepreneurial goals

  • Access to customer markets: Founders benefit from getting access to marketing qualified leads (MQL’s) to accelerate their deal flows
  • Access to cloud technologies: Founders may need access to cloud credits to expedite product development and reduce cost burdens.
  • Access to events and conferences: Founders may benefit from access to events and conferences that can help them connect with other entrepreneurs, learn about industry trends, and develop new skills.
  • Access to capital: Founders may need access to capital to fund their business, whether it be through loans, investments, or other financial support.
  • Access to networks: Founders may need access to networks of other entrepreneurs, potential customers, or industry contacts to help them grow their businesses.
  • Access to mentorship & coaching: Founders may benefit from mentorship, coaching and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, or business leaders.
  • Access to resources: Founders may need access to resources such as office space, equipment, templates or other tools to help them develop and scale their business.
  • Access to training and education: Founders may need access to training and education to improve their skills and knowledge, whether it be in areas such as marketing, sales, or financial management.
  • Access to advocacy and policy support: Founders may benefit from access to advocacy and policy support to help them navigate regulatory and policy issues, and to advocate for policies that benefit their business and industry.

Who can apply to WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator? 

  • Companies with at least one woman in the C-level role with decision-making power in the company.
  • Must be in business for one year, have a minimum of one pilot customer, and have developed a cloud solution.

What is the ROI for my SAAS and/or Services company applying to WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator? 

From ROI standpoint, we aim to return 5x value back within 12-24 months and here are few ways we provide value to your company:

  • Access GTM Assessments, Review and Recommendations: This includes strategies to create joint press release, case study, customer deck, solution brief, lead magnet, cosell events ranging $15K+ or more
  • Events Tickets and Software Discounts ranging $1000+
  • Social Media Promotion & Advertising Benefits: $5000+ 
  • Reduce Time to Market around Cloud Hyperscaler Partnership: 24 months, saving around $25K in value. 
  • Get access to Cloud Hyperscaler programs to access $10K to $100K in cloud credits
  • Priority access to world class coaching with industry leaders from Accenture, Avanade, Insight, Google and others
  • Access to Cloud Hyperscalers Investment Fund
  • Warm introductions to buyers, partners and investors to open doors easily
  • And provide ongoing access to opportunities and community for 3 years

Is the WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator virtual?

Yes- all of our sessions for the Accelerator are virtual and are typically held in PST mornings for an hour and a half. 

How much does the WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator cost? 

The entire program plus fees is $2813 (program cost: $2500, WA State Taxes and Paypal Fees: $313). This is for the 3 month program and for the 3 year engagement.

How often does the WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator run? 

Two cohorts are accepted each year, which includes a 3 month accelerator for each cohort.

When are applications reviewed for WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator? 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis

The WIC Cloud Cosell GTM Accelerator is an intensive program that allows you to brainstorm with other up-and-coming women leaders and founders, and receive direct input and guidance from industry leaders and executives. After the initial 3 month accelerator we offer 3-years of engagement and support to make sure you have the most successful outcomes that you can. Our goal is to help you architect your solution to become cosell ready and have a strategic GTM in place with Cloud hyperscalers to build a million dollar business in billion dollar industries.

Success Stories

Women in Cloud Launches 7.0 Cohort of Cloud Accelerator

WIC is excited to announce the launch of our 7th Cloud Accelerator Cohort, beginning virtually on May 26th, 2022. Our unique accelerator program enables female tech founders to leverage the power of partnering with hyperscalers like Microsoft, Google, and IBM to become enterprise and Cosell ready.

Women in Cloud has successfully graduated 70+ women-led companies over 6 previous cohorts with a global expansion including 9 countries around the world: United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, India, Kenya, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.

Become a Sponsor. Become an Ally

Become a strong ally within your company to increase supplier diversity while creating inclusive supplier ecosystem. There are two ways to get engaged: First, nominate and underwrite female tech founders to be part of the cloud accelerator program. Second, become an advisor and unlock infinite access. In addition, we also partner with public agencies to architect customized cloud accelerator to advance women tech founders. If you are interested to learning more, reach out to us.

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