An effective pitch presentation can be the difference between securing investment and/or support for your startup. Download our slide presentation, "Build a Better Pitch Deck," and gain insight on what content to include in your slides and how to design them for the most impact. This information is aggregated from leading entrepreneurship and investor sources both in Arizona and throughout the nation.
2. disclaimer: this slide deck is intended to provide best practices
for pitching your business as entrepreneurs. these tactics are an
aggregate of feedback from local investors and business leaders,
as well as research from leading online entrepreneurial sources. it
does not reflect specific requirements of the arizona commerce
authority’s innovation challenge grant competition. a small note
of thanks to the arizona entrepreneurs and start-up supporters
whose pictures are included on these slides.
8. include imagery where appropriate
avoid technical specifications
identify any intellectual property
THINGS TO COVER
overview of product or service
your value proposition & key benefits
demonstrate customer willingness to pay
10. THINGS TO COVER
how does the company make money
pricing & revenue model
cost structure
three-to-five year financial pro forma
what is your exit strategy
12. opportunities for expansion
demonstrate credible market research
graphs & charts are a plus
THINGS TO COVER
overall market size
tiered breakdown of market penetration
14. THINGS TO COVER
address market risk
marketing channels
include any customer traction to date
go-to-market strategy
how you will reach your customers
18. THINGS TO COVER
your advisory board
list the company leadership
include cumulative skills & experience
your plan to address any skills gaps
what makes you the right team?
20. additional needs from the audience
any funding (equity or other) you are seeking
allocation strategy for capital
summarize key points
include contact information
THINGS TO COVER
22. powerful visuals leave a lasting impression
be consistent – themes, fonts, colors
avoid stock templates & animations
include logo, website, & social media info
THINGS TO COVER