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A pitch deck is an essential instrument in fundraising for your startup. Here's a simple template for building your pitch deck and preparing to present to investors. Read more: http://entrepreneurs.about.com/od/gettingstarted/fl/Fundraising-for-Startups-5-Pitch-Deck-Essentials.htm
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[Company Name]
[Your Name][Title]
[Contact Info][Website]
[Your Logo]
Overview
• Your “elevator pitch” – think high concept: “It’s Airbnb for pets,” etc.
• What is your unique value proposition?
Team
• Who’s on the team and what are their qualifications?
• What makes your team unique?
The Problem
• Define the problem that your business solves. • If you can put it in numerical terms, do so.
Market Opportunity
• How big is the market? • How much opportunity is there for growth?
Demo
• How does your business solve the problem addressed in the previous slide?
• Demonstrate what you do. • Use a video or a live screenshare here.
Sales and Marketing
• What tactics and strategies will you use to reach your market?
• What is your growth strategy and how do you plan to achieve it?
Business Model
• Who is your primary customer and how do you plan to make money?
• What sort of business model are you following?
• Revenue and # of customers
Forecast [Financials]
• 3-5 years of financial projections• Chart your assumptions about expenses,
customer acquisition and revenue
Competition
• Who is the competition? • What is your advantage over the competition?
Status and Milestones
• Any achievements you’ve had to date. • What your plans are for the future.
Why Invest Now?
• How much you are looking to raise• Who is currently investing? • How you plan to use the funds