Startup credits + partner benefits
Access to the full Premium partner-benefit collection, including new confirmed offers added during the season. Explore cloud credits, growth tools and founder resources with enrollment and activation guidance.
THE PREMIUM FOUNDER EXPERIENCE
Microsoft for Startups and HubSpot for Startups are confirmed Founder Mode partners. Our partner collection is continually growing.
Founder Mode’s partner referrals and activation guidance are part of the optional US$199 Premium package. Applying to the show is free, and you can upgrade later. Partner eligibility is separate from casting.
CONFIRMED PARTNERS. MORE ON THE WAY.
Microsoft for Startups and HubSpot for Startups are confirmed partners. Additional partnerships and resources are in development across cloud, AI, sales and marketing, productivity, finance and founder learning.
Premium participants will have access to all confirmed offers included in the package as the collection grows during the season. Each provider sets its own eligibility, redemption, availability and commercial terms.
Partner access means the opportunity to explore and apply to included offers; it does not mean unlimited access to every provider product. Credits are not cash and do not have a guaranteed aggregate value.

Eligible Founder Mode Premium startups can access $25,000 in Azure credits through our referral offer. After passing our initial partner-offer eligibility screening, eligible Premium participants receive a referral code and instructions for Microsoft’s verification and credit activation process.
Finalist selection is not required for this starting offer. Founder Mode referral support is included in Premium; Microsoft verification and approval are still required.
Starting referral offer
As requirements are met
Enhanced offer eligibility
These levels are not added together. Credits are not cash, and higher levels are not automatic. Microsoft determines eligibility, verification, activation, progression, availability and applicable credit terms.
Upgrade to Premium · $199APPROVED HUBSPOT FOR STARTUPS PARTNER
Founder Mode’s HubSpot benefit collection is included in the US$199 Premium package, paid once per startup. Create your HubSpot account through our dedicated registration link to get started. Premium includes partner referral support, enrollment guidance and help accessing the startup perks listed below. HubSpot and each offer provider determine eligibility and activation.
You can create your HubSpot account now. HubSpot’s free tools are publicly available; Founder Mode’s Premium package is a separate purchase. Registration alone does not unlock the Founder Mode Premium benefits.
Create your HubSpot accountExisting HubSpot customers and eligibility questions: hsfs-bdm@hubspot.com.
Savings depend on what you purchase. No fixed dollar saving or acceptance is guaranteed.
Register through Founder ModeHUBSPOT · THE PREMIUM STARTUP PERKS BUNDLE
One Premium package. A collection of startup perks across cloud, finance, team tools, sales and growth.
Access through Founder Mode requires Premium membership and a HubSpot account registered through our dedicated link. You can create your account now; registration alone does not activate Founder Mode Premium benefits.
Create your HubSpot accountHubSpot registration is free. Each provider’s eligibility and redemption terms apply.

For eligible Mercury users; directory also lists over $250K in software perks.

Or free cap table management through Carta Launch.

Brex Cash offer for eligible startups.

Applies to your first or next $20,000 in payment processing.

Financial modeling platform discount.

Directory lists up to $100M; financing is subject to provider approval and terms.

Stripe Atlas: $400 instead of $500.

Contractor offer, plus first-employee savings in selected countries.

Document creation and e-signature tools.

Two months off other hires; free contractor management and payments.

One-off purchase or annual subscription; new customers only.

AWS Activate promotional credits and business support.

Over two years; eligible AI companies may qualify for up to $350K.

For two years, plus mentorship and education.

Cloud Startup / Pro plans. Under 2 years old, under $5M raised and fewer than 20 employees.

Airtable offer; no fixed discount published in the directory.

First year, or a free Starter plan.

Reporting and forecasting software.

Team subscription for people analytics.

Compliance platform offer.

For team-based Notion plans.
For startups with up to 100 employees and a web or mobile app.

Offer for startups.

Video creation and sharing tools.

Descript Pro for your team.

Aircall offer; no fixed discount published in the directory.

Proposal and document subscription.

Platform access during the first 12 months.

For accepted Yext Startup Program participants.

Dropbox Sign paid plans.

Business plan for eligible startups.

ClickUp offer for HubSpot customers.

First six months; qualification required.
Offer snapshot from HubSpot’s customer directory, checked September 26, 2026. These are offers through HubSpot’s ecosystem, not separate Founder Mode sponsorships. Availability, location, customer status, approval, redemption steps, product fees and provider terms apply. Creating an account or purchasing Premium does not automatically activate every offer. Offers can change, and values cannot be added together as a guaranteed cash or savings amount.