Founders · startup program

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albane TEAMS for startups

Eligible U.S. startups can join albane TEAMS Thrive from one employee. Founders offers approved discounts on eligible seat rates, subject to qualification and the $600 annual minimum.

75
%
PARTNER AWARD · UP TO

Off eligible seats in year one, then 50% in year two.

1
TEAM SIZE · FROM ONE EMPLOYEE

Thrive is open to eligible startups from a single contracted employee.

$
600
ANNUAL MINIMUM · PER YEAR

Applies after any Founders discount. Founders applies to Thrive, not Spark.

Eligibility

Who qualifies for Founders.

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Two award routes, both for U.S. startups founded within the last five years.

Partner

U.S. startups founded within five years, with 1–50 employees at application, at pre-seed or seed stage, no more than $2 million raised and a verified approved VC or accelerator referral. Approved awards offer up to 75% off eligible seats in year one, then 50% in year two.

Access

U.S. startups founded within five years, with 1–99 employees at application, through Series A, no more than $10 million raised and verified partner or funding evidence. Eligible seats receive 50% off in years one and two.

For new customers, one award per company group. Discounts apply to the first 100 actual seats, with a $600 annual minimum after discounts. Eligibility is reassessed at renewal; standard pricing follows the award period. Discounts cannot be combined with other promotions or a Spark conversion credit. Very small teams may receive no effective invoice discount because of the minimum.

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