Microsoft’s VC arm invests in Seattle program that helps corporate workers launch tech startups

via Geekwire and Taylor Soper

“It’s a great time to start a company.

That’s the mantra at Venture Out, a Seattle-based 12-week program that aims to help tech workers leave big companies and create their own startups.

The organization launched last year and is now accepting applications for its second cohort that kicks off July 13. It also recently raised a $700,000 investment round led by Microsoft’s VC arm M12. Other venture capital firms including Founders’ Co-op, Flying Fish VC, and Liquid 2 Ventures invested.”