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Key Slides in Your Pitch Deck Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In the pitch, there are specific slides that are key to the investor. Here's a list of key slides to include in your deck. Problem -- provides the overall context for the startup. It must be a big problem outlined with a few numbers. Solution -- shows the product that solves the problem. It's important to make clear what the solution is and how you make money. How it works -- shows the product in action with the customer's situation. Shows how the solution fits into the customer's workflow. Traction -- shows the current status of revenue with customers.  It's important to state the current status as the investor needs to know where the startup is today. Team -- shows who will take the business forward. The team must have experience and be all-in on the startup. Target market -- shows the market the startup will pursue. The market must be large and growing.  It's also important to show where the startup will enter that market. Fundraise -- shows the amount of funding sought and at what terms. The fundraising ask must fit the stage of the company. Be sure to include these slides in your pitch deck.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

Gopi Rangan has invested in 29 early-stage startups from scratch. He shares a simple but powerful approach to picking the right VCs, structuring your pitch (long-term vision + short-term plan + fuzzy mid-term path), and proving you are the sort of founder every pre-seed investor craves. If you're raising a pre-seed or seed, Gopi's tips will make your process faster, more targeted, and a lot less painful.___Why You Should Listen1. The 2-minute test for "real" pre-seed investors – Spot VCs who truly lead early rounds vs. those who waste your time.2. His 3-step framework for finding your perfect lead – Forget the 100 investor pipeline. Zero in on 10 prospects who'll actually write a check.3. How to balance short-term execution with a massive mission – Win over pre-seed VCs by knowing your next 6 months and your 10-year ambition.4. Why "business acumen" beats everything – Gopi explains how it trumps domain expertise or brand-name credentials.5. When to be fuzzy, when to be precise – The counterintuitive approach that shows you're open to customer feedback while still having big vision.____KeywordsPre-seed Funding, Early-Stage VC, Business Acumen, Go-to-Market Strategy, Founder–Investor Fit, Strategic Networking, Seed Round Pitch, Warm Introductions, Mission-Driven Startups, Conviction Investing____(00:00:00) Why Ruthless Prioritization Wins(00:03:29) Why Investing at Pre-seed is Personal(00:08:36) Investing When There Are Still Typos in the Pitch Deck(00:12:23) Spotting Founders with Exceptional Business Acumen(00:17:21) Great Ideas in the Hands of the Right Founder(00:26:29) The Practical Guide to Raising Your Seed RoundSend me a message to let me know what you think!

What makes a pitch deck work? In this episode, I talk about why your visual presentation can make or break your film pitch—and how to make yours stand out, even if you're not a designer. We'll cover the difference between pitch decks and business plans, the value of professional design, and how to leave a strong first impression. Keywords: movie pitch deck, film business plan, filmmaking tips, indie film investors, professional design for filmmakers

Was passiert, wenn man mit 19 ein Fintech gründet – und mit 24 ein Team von 60 Menschen führt?In dieser Folge spricht Sebastian mit Max Linden, dem Mitgründer und CEO von Linq – einem Unternehmen, das 15 Millionen Euro Kapital aufgenommen hat, um Europas Aktienkultur neu zu denken.Max erzählt, warum er keinen Kaffee trinkt, wie er sich selbst führt, was ihn antreibt – und wie man Investor:innen ohne Pitchdeck überzeugt.„Ich führe heute Menschen, die selbst führen.“– Max LindenDu erfährst:✅ Was junge Führung heute braucht – und was nicht✅ Wie man Klarheit statt Chaos lebt (und durchhält)✅ Warum Selbstführung das Fundament jeder Leadership-Rolle ist✅ Und was passiert, wenn Vision auf Verantwortung trifftJetzt reinhören – und Führung neu denken.

Core Slides in the Pitchdeck Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. The pitch deck tells the startup's story and provides key information about the investment opportunity to the investor. There are five key slides that an investor needs to see to understand the state of the business. Problem. The investor needs to understand what problem the startup solves to determine the market size. Solution The investor needs to see what the startup proposes to solve the problem to understand what product the startup must build and sell.  Team. The investor needs to know who is on the core team leading the effort to build and sell the proposed product to see if they have the requisite skills.  Traction. The investor needs to know where the startup currently stands on the path to engaging the market. Fundraise. The investor needs to know how much funding the startup needs to accomplish the go-to-market plan.   These five slides provide the basic context with which an investor can understand the business. Without all of these, the investor lacks enough information to move forward with the deal.  Make sure you cover these points in your presentation.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

In this enlightening discussion, Gino and Julia dive deep into the world of storytelling with special guest, Stan Williams, author and expert on the "Moral Premise." They explore the magic behind memorable movies, the essence of well-rounded characters, and why some films resonate while others fall flat.Stan sheds light on the importance of connecting with an audience's values and the art of showing rather than telling. The conversation takes a turn into the realm of business, where Gino seeks insights on using storytelling to captivate potential investors.Key Highlights:The significance of flawed yet redeeming characters in storytelling.A critique on current Disney movies and their didactic nature.Practical storytelling tips for business and real estate pitches.The transformative power of narratives in personal and professional settings.We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how:Brand New?Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofitsWant To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster?Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM.(*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors) https://jakeandgino.com/applyAbout Jake & GinoJake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and mentors who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $250M in assets under management. They have created the Jake & Gino Premier Multifamily Community to teach others a simple three-step framework for investing in multifamily real estate.Connect with Jake & Gino on the social media platform you are most active on: https://jakeandgino.com/link-tree/  We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

The Pre-Seed Pitch Deck Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. The pre-seed company raising funding faces a challenge. There are no revenue, traction, or performance metrics to show the investor. The startup basically has an idea, a team, and little else. For the pre-seed pitch deck, cover these topics: Start with the team and show each one's past experiences. Talk about how the team knows a particular market and use case. Highlight the problem in that market. Show the key insight the team has about the market and the problem. Discuss how to solve a problem with that insight. Show why now is the best time to pursue this opportunity. Point out a recent change in the industry or an inflection point in the market that provides an opening. Show what the team has done so far to reach these conclusions and who they have talked to. Show the market size and the entry point into that market. State the investment ask and use of the funds. The key to a successful pre seed pitch is to show you have a strong team with a unique insight that can be exploited in a short time frame.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

Welcome to The Bundle, our regular series on the sports media and streaming marketplace with co-hosts Yannick Ramcke, General Manager of OTT at the streaming service OneFootball and Murray Barnett, founder of 26West Consulting and formerly of F1, World Rugby and ESPN International.QuizWhat is UC3, and what significance does Relevent Sports taking over global commercial rights from Team Marketing hold for this entity?According to the discussion, what were some potential reasons behind UEFA and the European Club Association's decision to move away from their long-standing partnership with Team Marketing?What were the key components of the new long-term deal between Comcast/NBCUniversal and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and why was the timing of the announcement considered interesting?Beyond just viewership numbers, what other strategic benefits do live sports like the Olympics offer to broadcasters like NBCUniversal in the current media landscape?Describe the unique characteristics and appeal of events like the Sidemen Charity Match and the Baller League that differentiate them from traditional sports broadcasts.How might an influencer like Cristiano Ronaldo broadcasting Premier Padel matches on his YouTube channel impact the reach and perception of a sport like padel?What does NASCAR debuting select races exclusively on Amazon Prime Video suggest about the current state of sports media consumption and the perceived reach of streaming platforms?Why might a major streaming platform like Amazon consider distributing content, such as Bundesliga matches in Germany, through traditional linear television channels?Initially exclusive to Apple TV, the MLS Season Pass is now available through other providers. What potential reasons were discussed for this shift in distribution strategy?What potential fundamental challenges or flaws might exist within the MLS and Apple TV partnership, as suggested by the recent changes in distribution?Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Alles richtig gemacht! Drova ist ein großer Erfolg. So klar war das allerdings vor dem Release gar nicht abzusehen. Chris ist in dieser Folge zu Gast und erklärt, wie und warum er vom Lehramt in die Spieleentwicklung gewechselt ist, wie sich das Team rund um Drova gefunden (und teilweise auch "entfunden") hat und wie es dazu kam, dass Deck13 direkt gesagt hat "Pitchdeck, lol. Nicht nötig. Vertrag, let's go slay!".

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Software Sales Pitch perfekt aufbauen – SaaS Sales Pitch Deck Schritt-für-Schritt Guide für den IT Vertrieb. In diesem Pitch Tutorial erfährst du, wie du mit einer klaren Pitch Anleitung deine Sales Cycle verkürzt. Viele Sales Reps machen den Fehler, einfach ihre Features herunterzubeten – doch das überzeugt keine Entscheider. Ein Pitch muss strategisch aufgebaut sein, um den Kunden durch den Sales Funnel zu führen. Kickscale Extended Free Version: https://2ly.link/1zdl4 Download Pitch Template: https://2ly.link/2426j zur Software Sales Formula: https://www.softwaresalesformula.com kostenlosen Termin buchen: https://calendly.com/softwaresalesformula/startgesprach-30min  Timestamps: (0:00) – Intro: Warum dein Pitch scheitert  (2:15) – Die drei Ziele eines Sales Pitches  (4:35) – Der größte Pitch-Fehler im Software Sales  (6:55) – Ohne Discovery Call kein guter Pitch  (9:12) – Die Value Pyramid: So baust du dein Pitch Deck  (11:35) – Pitch Deck Struktur: Der perfekte Aufbau  (13:57) – Social Proof & Use Cases richtig nutzen  (16:20) – Call to Action: So verkaufst du die nächsten Schritte  (18:44) – Zusammenfassung & Best Practices   

Philipp Schröder, Gründer von 1KOMMA5GRAD, teilt die häufigsten Fehler, die CEOs bei Investorengesprächen machen – und warum es gefährlich ist, nur das zu erzählen, was Investoren hören wollen. Du bekommst Einblicke in seine ehrliche Meinung zu Investoren, warum es Investorengelder inzwischen an jeder Ecke gibt , wie wichtig ein authentisches Lifetime-Topic für Gründer ist und warum Klarheit im Pitch entscheidend ist. Für noch mehr Insights kannst du dir das gesamte Interview mit Philipp anhören, den Link findest du weiter unten.Was du lernst:Warum du deine Vision und deinen Pitch nicht für Investoren verbiegen solltest.Was es bedeutet, ein "Lifetime-Topic" zu finden – und warum es dir langfristig Vorteile verschafft.Wie du für dein Startup die richtigen Investoren auswählst.Warum authentische Überzeugung oft wichtiger ist als perfekte KPIs.ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY:https://zez.am/unicornbakery Mehr zu Philipp:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipp-schr%C3%B6der-b94b6576/ Website: https://1komma5.com/de/ Das ganze Interview: https://lnk.to/philipp-schroeder Fundraising Cookbook:Falls du eine Finanzierungsrunde vorbereitest, findest du hier hilfreiche Ressourcen wie Templates für Pitch Deck, Datenraum und Listen mit Investoren und Family Offices: https://dripl.ink/U3IftJoin our Founder Tactics Newsletter:2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach:https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/ Kapitel:(00:00:00) So plant Philipp Schröder Fundraising Milestones(00:05:23) Was macht einen guten Investorenpitch aus?(00:10:11) Warum Geld inzwischen an jeder Ecke ist(00:15:19) mach nicht das, was Investoren hören wollen(00:17:15) Finde dein Thema Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready to elevate your storytelling game? This week Michelle talks to Sarah from The Deckery to deep dive into the world of presentation design. From transforming pitch decks into works of art to the secrets of cutting the clutter and landing that $50 million deal, you'll learn how to make every slide shine. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, Sarah's journey from business admin major to the founder of The Deckery will inspire you to find your own niche and thrive.   Sarah is the Founder of The Deckery, a presentation design agency that helps businesses communicate with clarity and confidence. Under her leadership, The Deckery has crafted decks and marketing materials seen by executives at Amazon, Netflix, Disney, and Walmart—one even played a role in securing $10M in funding. With a background in design and storytelling, Sarah has worked across industries like hospitality, cannabis, and retail, with projects featured in Newsweek and Architectural Digest. Previously, Sarah was part of Avison Young's Global Rebrand Design Team, leading design testing and training for over 120 marketers. At The Deckery, Sarah's committed to turning ideas into impactful presentations that leave a lasting impression.   ------------------------ In today's episode, we cover the following: Inside of the KMA Facebook group Sarah's career path and design journey Niching down to your zone of genius What a prepared client looks like Using AI imagery in presentations Leveraging social media for client acquisition Why AI is replacing Fiverr Marketing your business as a founder Sarah's launch party Travel plans and working alongside multiple timezones ----------------------- GUEST INFO: To learn more about Sarah and how she can create your next pitch deck, follow her on LinkedIn @SarahMammen visit her website, TheDeckery.com ---------------------- This episode is sponsored by Sticker Giant. Elevate your branding with labels and stickers that will attract attention in all of the right ways. Bring your designs to life by visiting StickerGiant.com and using promo code KMAPODCAST for 15% off!! ----------------------- WORK WITH MKW CREATIVE CO.   Connect on social with Michelle at: Kiss My Aesthetic Facebook Group Instagram Tik Tok ----------------------- Did you know that the fuel of the POD and the KMA Team runs on coffee? ;) If you love the content shared in the KMA podcast, you're welcome to invite us to a cup of coffee any time - Buy Me a Coffee! ----------------------- This episode is brought to you by Zencastr. Create high quality video and audio content. Get your first two weeks free at https://zencastr.com/?via=kma. ----------------------- This episode of the Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast is brought to you by Audible. Get your first month free at www.audible.com/kma.   This episode was edited by Berta Wired Theme music by: Eliza Rosevera and Nathan Menard

In this episode Alan and Bhairav talk all things "pitch deck" Both Alan and Bhairav outline the slides described by Guy Kawasaki in his post, "The only 10 slides you need in your pitch" and add their own experience and flavour to that methodology https://guykawasaki.com/the-only-10-slides-you-need-in-your-pitch/ In this podcast you'll learn: The key slides you need in your pitch deck Why they are important What content you need to put into each slide What turns off investors

Join the wait list for my spring 2025 Get Ready to Pitch workshop where you'll get the coaching, tactics, and materials to be ready to pitch any investor! https://www.seedmoneypodcast.com/waitlist2025 -- Creating the perfect pitch deck is probably one of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs seeking funding. Investors see thousands of pitch decks, so how do you make sure yours actually stands out and gets your point across? How do you avoid getting dinged for formatting? How do you show the numbers while also telling a story? It's A LOT to think about, but there are simple strategies you can use to craft a great pitch deck that ticks all the boxes. From the start to the end, it's important to make every single slide count. You want your pitch deck to include all the key details about your business while still making it easy for an investor to scan through. In this episode, I'm going to show you exactly how to do that with a live review of a pitch deck an entrepreneur sent to me.   About Your Host Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast where she's on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality! Connect: Website: https://www.seedmoneypodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaylasiciliano/ Subscribe and watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@SeedMoneyPodcast   Please rate, follow and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Hearing your comments and questions helps me come up with the best topics for the show!   The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.  

Raising capital for your business? Drawing from my experiences with various business owners, I highlight effective strategies and common pitfalls when approaching investors. I emphasize the importance of presenting a clear value proposition, backed by solid market data and realistic financial projections.   Learn how to target investors who resonate with your mission, showcase your business's unique position in the market, and understand the significance of your team structure and compensation. I'll also discuss the critical role of the founder in securing investment and share insights on building momentum and networking early to streamline your capital-raising efforts. Whether you're starting a seed round or looking for strategic investors, this episode will equip you with the tools to confidently attract and secure the funding your business deserves.   What You'll hear in this episode: [1:25] Targeting the Right Investors [2:15] Market Opportunity and Business Model [4:14] Momentum and Traction [5:35] Team Structure and Compensation [6:40] Financial Projections and Investor Outlook [8:25] The Importance of the Founder [10:35] Networking and Final Tips   If you like this episode, check out: Build Wealth Through Connections with Fred Moskowitz Adopting an Investor Mindset with Tess Waresmith When to Invest in Premium Products and Services   Want to learn more so you can earn more?  Visit keepwhatyouearn.com to dive deeper on our episodes  Visit keepwhatyouearncfo.com to work with Shannon and her team  Watch this episode and more here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMlIuZsrllp1Uc_MlhriLvQ  Connect with Shannon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/    The information contained in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not individual tax advice. Please consult a qualified professional before implementing anything you learn.

Wie orchestrierst du eine erfolgreiche Finanzierungsrunde, ohne aktiv ins Fundraising zu gehen? Parloa Gründer Malte Kosub hat seine 66 Millionen Dollar Series B von einem US Top Investors geraised, ohne aktiv im Fundraising gewesen zu sein.In dieser Episode teilt Malte seine Strategie, wie er seine Finanzierungsrunden vorbereitet, sodass die Investoren das Gefühl haben, der Runde zuvorkommen zu wollen. Malte erklärt, wie er Momentum aufbaut, Investoren psychologisch geschickt anspricht und warum ein ideales Investor-Profil der Schlüssel zu einem effizienten Fundraising-Prozess ist.Was du lernst:Wie du ein ideales Investor-Profil erstellst, um die richtigen Partner zu findenWarum Momentum und Psychologie entscheidend für eine erfolgreiche Finanzierungsrunde sindWie du mit Storytelling und einem strukturierten Pitch Deck Investoren begeisterstDie Bedeutung eines Champions im Fundraising-Prozess und wie du diesen gewinnstWie du deinen Fundraising-Prozess effizient und zielgerichtet orchestrierstALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY:https://zez.am/unicornbakery Mehr zum Gast:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maltekosub/ Website: https://www.parloa.com/de/ Fundraising Cookbook: https://resources.unicornbakery.de/en/fundraising-cookbook Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter:2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach:https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/ Marker:(00:00:00) Warum der richtige Zeitpunkt für Parloas Series B gekommen war(00:05:25) How to: Finanzierungsrunde vorbereiten/Ideal Investor Profile(00:11:14) Maltes Tipps für das perfekte Pitchdeck(00:16:24) Maltes Termsheet--Playbook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this final episode of Season 4, I chat with Writer Director Phil Svitek, creator of The Arbiters, an animated feature he is developing. We talk about the pitching process, what a Pitch Deck is, the difference between a teaser and a trailer, and all the things he does as a director of his first animated feature, We go back in time to the time of Saturday morning cartoons and how Phil was reared on Hey Arnold and Captain Planet among other shows. Also he talks about how a course in editing led him to "reverse engineer" his way into directing and writing. And great advice for anyone, but specifically those wanting to go into animation from live action. For more information about The Arbiters, you can go to https://thearbitersfilm.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inside-animation/support

Are you ready to elevate your recruitment business and stand out in today's competitive market? As we approach 2025, having a professional pitch deck has become more crucial than ever. While some might consider pitch decks old school, they remain one of the most powerful tools for demonstrating your expertise and value proposition to potential [...]

Best of Tech Investing - Venture Capital & Angel Investing  AZ TRT S05 EP41 (257) 11-3-2024    What We Learned This Week: ATI - Arizona-based investors committed to supporting capital needs of early stage high growth technology driven companies within Arizona Applicants for Funding need to Answer many Q's What Problem does your Product Solve? Who is your Competition? How Big is the Market? Startup Founders need to research VCs Startup Founders need to learn how to Tell Their Story, then work on the Pitch Deck   Seg 1 Clips from: How do Startup Founders Raise Venture Capital? w/ Chris Smurthwaite of VC Insider - AZ TRT S04 EP05 (167) 1-29-2023                      What We Learned This Week EX VC or ‘Recovering' VC who now works with Startup Founders to help them raise $ money & build their business. Startup Founders need to research VCs to understand what type of fund they have, do some research on the fund, industry & and who they work with What VCs do not appreciate - How to Contact a VC, do not spam, make the email personalized, this is a commitment, build a relationship Startup Founders need to learn how to Tell Their Story, then work on the Pitch Deck with Problem / Solution Model What is the Exit Strategy? Exit by Acquisition, or by IPO (go public)       Guest: Chris Smurthwaite of VC Insider https://www.linkedin.com/in/csmurthwaite/ https://vcinsider.net/ Chris Smurthwaite is an ex-venture capitalist. He consults with & advises Startups on navigating the complex world of Venture Capital. He spent the last decade in corporate strategy, business development and growth operations on both the investor and innovator sides of the table. At age 30, was hired to run a corporate venture capital fund for a $1.4 billion company.   Among other accomplishments, the fund made: A Seed level investment in a health tech company in 2018 which sold for $425M in 2021 An early stage investment in a company that was acquired for $106M — 7x valuation gain over initial investment. Since 2013, I have: Advised ambitious Founders whose companies are valued from $500K to $250M Established multi-million dollar business development partnerships with emerging companies Made early stage, on-and-off balance sheet investments   FULL Show: HERE         Seg 2 Clips From: Arizona Tech Investors w/ Bob DeLean AZ TRT S04 EP46 (209) 11-19-2023 What We Learned This Week ATI - Arizona-based investors committed to supporting capital needs of early stage high growth technology driven companies within Arizona Applicants for Funding need to Answer many Q's What Problem does your Product Solve? Who is your Competition? How Big is the Market? Who are Your Advisors? What is the Business Plan? Sales Plan? Building a Company takes longer than you think, & costs more $ than you expect   Guest: Bob DeLean, Executive Director of Arizona Tech Investors LKIN: HERE https://arizonatechinvestors.com/about-us/leadership/ Bob DeLean has been an investor with ATI for more than 11 years and currently serves as the organization's Chairman. He spent eight years as a Senior Equity Analyst with Morgan Keegan & Co., Inc., a wealth management and capital market firm. It's now part of Raymond James Financial Inc. Since moving back to Arizona in 2004, Bob has made 28 angel investments in early-stage and startup companies, the majority being based in Arizona. Bob is an outdoors enthusiast who enjoys road trips and spending time in nature. In the summer of 2022, he and his life-partner Maria took a five-week driving trip through various National Parks, including Arches, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Park. They love wildlife and were fortunate enough to see a handful of black bears during the trip. Locally, Bob enjoys hiking through the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and seeing the occasional rogue coyote. He is also an avid mountain biker, but it never feels like he gets out enough. Bob loves to read (although the nightstand book pile is always growing), and is an expert coin collector.     Full Show: HERE       Best of Biotech from AZ Bio & Life Sciences to Jellatech: HERE   Biotech Shows: HERE   AZ Tech Council Shows:  https://brt-show.libsyn.com/size/5/?search=az+tech+council *Includes Best of AZ Tech Council show from 2/12/2023     ‘Best Of' Topic: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/Best+of+BRT      Thanks for Listening. 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Nick delves into the essential elements of creating a compelling pitch deck for entrepreneurs looking to raise capital or enhance their business communication. He emphasises the importance of clarity and simplicity, advising that a successful pitch should be concise, ideally no more than 15 slides and 20 minutes long. Nick outlines a structured approach to crafting a pitch deck, covering key components such as the problem and solution, uniqueness, business model, go-to-market strategy, competitive analysis, and financial projections. He also shares valuable tips on how to engage potential investors through personalised presentations, including the use of Loom videos.    KEY TAKEAWAYS Clarity and Simplicity in Pitch Decks: A successful pitch deck should prioritise clarity and simplicity, avoiding overly complex information. The goal is to communicate effectively so that the audience understands the key messages without confusion. Structure of a Pitch Deck: A well-structured pitch deck typically includes a title slide, problem and solution statements, uniqueness of the offering, business model, go-to-market strategy, competitive analysis, management team, financial projections, current status, use of funds, and potential exit strategies. Engagement through Video: Utilising tools like Loom to present pitch decks can enhance engagement. A personalised video presentation allows the presenter to explain the slides in detail, fostering a connection with the audience and increasing interest. The primary purpose of a pitch deck is to stimulate interest and secure a follow-up meeting, rather than to provide exhaustive details about the business. It should create enough intrigue to prompt further discussion. It's crucial to demonstrate an understanding of the market landscape, including competitors and the total addressable market (TAM). Investors want to see that there is a viable market opportunity and that the business can grow within that context.   BEST MOMENTS "The purpose of a pitch deck is very, very simple. It's to stimulate interest." "If you can do this graphically and simply, the better. If you have to explain it, it probably means the whole thing's too complex." "You do want to credibly, but at the same time, smartly build authority." "Your network is your net worth, so you need to be in those types of environments."   VALUABLE RESOURCES If you want a copy of the pitch deck template Nick mentioned in the episode, message the word "TEMPLATE" to this email address: info@highvalueexit.com, or you can DM him on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley   FREE TRAINING: Below, I cover 3 Simple Scaling Systems that will help you build a business that provides more freedom, makes you more money, and sets you up for total financial independence. https://go.highvalueexit.com/training   FREE DOWNLOAD: "Exit For Millions Blueprint” - This blueprint will help uncover gaps across 15 danger areas that could sabotage your dream of achieving a life-changing exit. https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in   Nick's LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li   Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies. He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/

Join us as we sit down with David Hirschfeld, an experienced software entrepreneur and creator of the Launch 1st Method, to delve into his unique approach to helping startups find early success by validating product-market fit before development. David shares insights from over 30 years in the tech industry, including the critical role of AI in startups, how to fund development through early sales, and his vision for a future shaped by rapid technological advancements.Also, check out our educational platform, IE Academy.

Justin Izzo of Dropbox DocSend joins Nick to discuss Founder's Guide to Raising Capital: Pitch Deck Insights, Macro Trends, and the Importance of Investor Metrics. In this episode we cover: Key Metrics in Pitch Deck Activity Macro Economic Metrics and Their Impact on Pitch Deck Activity Trends in Investor Deck Interactions and Time Spent Advice for Founders on Pitch Deck Creation Investor Engagement with AI-Focused Pitches Founder Links Created and Their Implications Impact of VC Funding Trends on Startups Characteristics of Successful Founders and Regions Seasonality and Strategic Timing for Fundraising Advice for VCs Raising LP Capital Guest Links: Justin's LinkedIn Dropbox Docsend's LinkedIn The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter. Are you a founder looking for your next investor? Visit our free tool VC-Rank and we'll send a list of potential investors right to your inbox!

It's no secret that Stripe has doubled down on its crypto offerings, enabling crypto purchases in the EU back in July and announcing a Pay with Crypto feature earlier this month. This week, the fintech giant made its dedication to crypto even clearer with its largest deal to date: its acquisition of stablecoin platform Bridge for an eye-popping $1.1 billion. Today on TechCrunch's Equity podcast, hosts Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha and Devin Coldewey kicked off the show with their thoughts on the deal – mainly how surprising it is to see anyone spending over $1 billion on crypto in 2024.But of course, there was so much more startup and venture news for the crew to get into this week. Listen to the full episode for more about:Mobileye founder and CEO Amnon Shashua's latest startupA 3D metal printing startup's $14 million round from Boeing's AE Ventures and NvidiaAndreessen Horowitz's plans to provide its portfolio companies with Nvidia GPUsAnd who we're expecting to see at TechCrunch's Disrupt 2024.Equity will be live at Disrupt on Tuesday, so we'll see you there! Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

In this episode of the Virtual GM Podcast, Cody and Meagan are excited to talk about one of their favorite properties hitting the market—The Canyons Collection! Located just on the outskirts of Zion National Park, The Canyons Collection offers a rare opportunity for investors and hoteliers looking to own a prime piece of hospitality real estate in one of the most iconic natural settings in the United States. With its strategic location and stunning views, this property is perfect for those looking to enter or expand in the boutique hospitality industry.The Canyons Collection includes several beautifully designed properties, each offering unique experiences for travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation. The collection has a proven track record of high occupancy rates, strong guest reviews, and a solid foundation in the market. Cody and Meagan highlight the property's exceptional value and why they believe it won't stay on the market for long.In this episode, the Vibrant Team shares the pitch deck for your review, along with the realtor's contact information. They also discuss what makes this property stand out, how it aligns with trends in hospitality, and why Zion National Park remains one of the top travel destinations for both domestic and international travelers.If you're in the market for a stunning boutique property in a world-class location, this is your chance! Tune in to learn more about The Canyons Collection, and don't hesitate to reach out for more details.Contact Info:Breck Dockstader: 435-680-9891Email: breck@cliffrosedevelopment.comWebsite: https://www.thecanyonscollection.com/Listing Link & Pitch Deck: https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/The-Canyons-Portfolio-Sale/33435777/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

Als Gründer im Fundraising-Prozess gibt es viele offene Fragen: Welches Intro hilft am Meisten? Brauche ich von Sekunde Eins Partner-Aufmerksamkeit auf dem Deal? Und wenn ja - wie erreiche ich diese?Filip Dames von Cherry Ventures spricht offen über die Strategie, um aus tausenden Startups herauszustechen. Wir diskutieren zudem, was wirklich zählt, um einen Top Tier Investor wie Cherry Ventures für sich gewinnen zu können. Nach meinem kurzen Abstecher zu Cherry dachte ich mir, ich schnappe mir Filip mal auf der Bits & Pretzels und stelle ihm die Fragen, die Investoren sonst nicht so gerne beantworten.Deswegen ist diese Episode ein sehr ehrlicher Einblick in den Kopf des Cherry Ventures Founding Partners.Was du lernst:- Wie man am besten Kontakt zu einem VC-Fund aufnimmt und welche Intros am effektivsten sind- Ob es sinnvoll ist, ein Pitch Deck direkt mitzusenden- Die Bedeutung eines gut durchdachten und orchestrierten Fundraising-Prozesses - Wann VC Absagen endgültig sind und wann es lohnt hartnäckig zu bleiben - Welche Faktoren im Due Diligence-Prozess am ehesten zum Scheitern des Deals führenALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY:https://zez.am/unicornbakery Unser Unicorn Bakery Funding Cookbook mit allem, was du brauchst, um erfolgreich zu fundraisen:content.unicornbakery.de/cookbookMehr zu Filip und Cherry Ventures:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/filipdames/ Cherry Ventures: https://cherry.vc/ Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter:2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach:https://newsletter.unicornbakery.deMarker:(00:00:00) How to: Das perfekte VC-Intro(00:08:57) Gründer-Klarheit zum Deal(00:12:11) Partner-Aufmerksamkeit - Zwingend nötig ab Sekunde eins?(00:15:54) Wie orchestriere ich den Prozess als Gründer(00:22:49) Entscheidungsfindung eines VC Funds(00:23:28) Daran scheitern Deals in der Due Diligence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Crystal Weber at Grouup 31 and Duane Mancini discuss her second career as a marketing expert, how her first career as a nurse prepared her for this role, the importance of tailoring messaging to investors, how to position your product in the healthcare system, and so much more. Crystal Weber LinkedIn Group 31 Communications LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Group 31 Communications Website ⁠⁠Duane Mancini LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Project Medtech LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Project Medtech Website ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Mittal Consulting ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Rook Quality Systems⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Beginski Wegner & CO

Text your thoughts directly to Rich. Structure your pitch deck in a way that it forms an argument and each slide supports that argument all the way through. About Justin IzzoJustin is the Lead Data and Trends Analyst at Dropbox Docsend and trusted insights professional with 15+ years of research and leadership experience. He is the driving force behind DocSend's pitch deck metrics and annual slide-by-slide analysis reports, also hosting pitch deck teardowns to provide founders with actionable next steps. Justin loves designing research and strategies that leverage his unique Ph.D. background in the humanities and social sciences. He has an expert understanding of narrative, language, and culture coupled with a talent for deriving human insights from the social world.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-izzo/About DocSendDocSend enables companies to share business-critical documents with ease and get real-time actionable feedback. With DocSend's security and control, startup founders, investors, executives, and business development professionals can build business partnerships that have a lasting impact. Over 30,000 customers of all sizes use DocSend today. Learn more at docsend.com.About AVL Growth PartnersAVL Growth Partners, founded in 2009, is the leading fractional Finance and Accounting firm supporting organizations in pivoting from growth to scale. AVL brings an experienced team of CFOs, Controllers, and Accountants to your organization, delivering transparent, strategic actions for short and long-term success. Transform your financial approach affordably with AVL, supporting companies coast to coast - get to know AVL Growth Partners at avlgrowth.com. (Sponsored)About SpringTime VenturesSpringTime Ventures seeds high-growth startups in healthcare, fintech & insurtech, and logistics & supply chain. We look for founders with domain expertise, forging a path with a truly transformative technology. We only invest in software-based businesses in the USA. We bring a people-focused approach, work quickly, and reach conviction independently. Our initial check size is $600k. You can learn more about us and our approach.     

The boys drink and review Flannel Fest, a dunkel from Sam Adams, then wonder whether our electronic devices are spying on us. There are levels of spying. A pixel phone is always listening to you because it has to be ready to respond when you say "Okay Google." The question is not whether it's listening, but whether it's recording what you say. A lot of people their phones are spying on them because they talk with friends about some topic, they then see ads on that topic. Is that confirmation bias in action, or is it actually happening? The tech platforms claim they are not doing this, but there are companies that claim they are doing it, and are trying to sell that service to advertisers. It's not just the phones. Video doorbells are spying on us. The maps we use in our cars are spying on us. Health devices are spying on us. The boys discuss the positives and negatives of these services. For some other treatments of the same topic, try these. Mark Hurst: "Even more devices are spying on you." https://www.wfmu.org/playlists/shows/143859 Skeptoid: "How Your Driving Is Being Tracked" https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4947 Joseph Cox: "Here's the Pitch Deck for 'Active Listening' Ad Targeting https://www.404media.co/heres-the-pitch-deck-for-active-listening-ad-targeting/

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EnvironMental Podcast is about the intersection of business and sustainability. See how all of our guests are flipping the script in their industry: https://dandelionbranding.com/environmental-podcast/ In this episode we interview Alina Klarner, head of ventures at Impact Shakers. The discussion centers on the transformative role of angel and impact investing in fostering a sustainable economy through inclusive entrepreneurship. Find the Pitch Comp: https://summit.startupguide.com/ Reach out to Impact Shakers: https://www.impactshakers.com/ ⌛⌛TIMESTAMPS (00:55) The Future of Impact Investing (01:57) Who is Impact Shakers? (03:36) The Importance in Diversity in Entrepreneurship (04:42) Authentic Leadership in Business (08:20) Access to Funding (09:56) Role of Impact Shakers in the Sustainable Transition (13:10) Human-Centric Investor Relationships (19:25) Misconceptions About VC Funding (25:18) Importance of the Pitch Deck (27:34) Finding Impact Shakers (28:48) Pitch Competition Announcement #impactinvesting #sustainability #investorrelations #marketing ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dandelion Branding is a digital marketing agency that specializes in telling sustainability stories. Here's where you can find Dandelion: Our Website: https://dandelionbranding.com/hello Instagram: https://instagram.com/dandelion_branding Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dandelion-branding/

Veronica, Paul, and Terry pull out the old Pitch Deck and deal themselves plot, characters, and complications. Chat will then choose the story they have to tell. Nothing could possibly go wrong.   Our links: Paul's store: https://payhip.com/paulecooley Paul's site:  https://shadowpublications.com Terry's site: https://www.terrymixon.com/ Veronica: http://www.voicesbyveronica.com/ Enjoy the show? Consider becoming a Patreon or Buy Me A Coffee supporter and for as little as $1 a month, you can help keep the podcast free and receive exclusive content. More information at https://patreon.com/drspodcast  and https://buymeacoffee.com/drspodcast.  

As your company's founder, you are Beyoncé, and your slides in the pitch deck are your backup singers.Heather Lawver, the founder and CEO of Ceemo.ai, has helped underrepresented founders raise over $172 million in venture capital. Heather shares her entrepreneurial journey, starting from graduating high school at 12, launching her first startup at 13, and creating a platform designed to automate brand marketing and pitch deck creation, which helps founders look polished and market-ready.She says that pitch decks are like children's books for grown-ups who love money, while underrepresented founders often face a lack of early funding and expertise in branding and marketing. Heather decided to help fix this gap with Ceemo.ai. The approach to pitch decks is usually totally wrong because the founder, not the slides, should be the focus, as well as the emotional core that grabs an investor's attention. Founders should rethink stories by viewing them from various angles, incorporating classic storytelling methods, and avoiding getting lost in the weeds, which is the first mistake entrepreneurs make.Unfortunately, research shows there is a difference in how messages are received. Male founders often receive more positive, promotional questions, while women are asked defensive, preventative questions, even when delivering the same pitch. Women bring knowledge, kindness, and empathy, and we don't need to adopt toxic traits commonly attributed to male leaders. However, we often struggle with self-doubt and hesitation.It's time for women to reclaim their confidence and speak with the certainty and power we deserve. Language matters – saying "WHEN I reach my goals" instead of "IF I reach my goals" changes everything. Let's shed doubt and take up space! Notes:⭐ Ceemo is preparing founders for pitch decks: underrepresented founders start ‘one day behind' even if they have the funds. 03:37

When entrepreneurs send a pitch deck to angel groups, they don't realize they have a short amount of time to grab the attention of investors.   Angel groups are evaluating hundreds of pitch decks a week, so you have as little as 2 minutes to pique their interest and make them want to respond to you.   There are some things entrepreneurs do that instantly get investors to tune out, and they are super avoidable. Founders also don't realize that these groups are also evaluating them as the face of the business. They will dig into your public profile as much as the numbers.   Well, today I'm joined by an angel group managing partner, and he shares what investors are really looking for. What are the things that will stop the investor from reading your pitch? How do you set your business up to be more appealing to angel groups?   In this episode, Seed and Series-A Stage Investor and founder of Los Angeles Venture Partners, Jonathan Myers. He shares what investors want to see before they give you any money.    Topics Covered; -What investors are truly looking for in a founder -The pros and cons of having contractors on your team -The top reasons a pitch deck grabs an investor's attention -Easy pitch deck red flags you can avoid    Guest Bio Jonathan Myers is a Seed and Series-A Stage Investor and the founder and managing partner of Los Angeles Venture Partners. LAVP is an elite community of leaders, innovators & experts investing in high growth startups in the US. They offer educational resources, networking and curated investment opportunities to our community. To learn more, go to https://la-vp.com/, send an email to jonathan@la-vp.com or get the latest updates on LinkedIn.    About Your Host Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast where she's on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality!    Connect: Website: seedmoneypodcast.com Instagram: @jaylasiciliano Subscribe and watch on YouTube @seedmoneypodcast   Please rate, follow and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Hearing your comments and questions helps me come up with the best topics for the show!   The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.  

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Nick Telson-Sillett, a renowned entrepreneur, angel investor, and public speaker based in London. He has an impressive track record in the startup ecosystem and has made significant contributions to the industry. Today, we will dive deep into Nick's journey as a startup founder, his role as an angel investor, and explore his latest project, trumpet. We'll discuss his strategies for evaluating investment opportunities, his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, and gain his insights on the current startup landscape. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you just look at the reservation market you'd think you find an open table at a restaurant, reserve the table, etc. We drilled in a bit further and found the niche of bars which you couldn't book into in 2012. We went to the industry and pitched the idea of an app like Open Table that worked for bars, they and the customer base were positive about it and we went and built the software and signed up all of the best bars in the UK because there was no other app out there that was catering to them at the time. Because we'd built such a flexible booking system for bars, there was a boom in casual dining which didn't exist back in the day for experiential, different types of restaurants which needed the flexibility. We then made a play for that niche. Early start-ups: Don't get distracted. Focus is so important, everyone promises you the world, partnerships, sponsorships, all these things only add noise. Surround yourself with the work, 3 hours in front of my laptop is more worthwhile than going to a founders event. Becoming a founder has become a fashionable sport, people forget the being a founder is really hard work building your business and putting your head down. I love the start up world, I was mentoring founders so Angel Investing was an obvious route to go down because I can help financially as well as mentoring or helping the companies that I'm financially invested in. A lot of founders I've met aren't investor-ready, and the first thing I say to founders is have you thought what you want out of your business? If it's just you and you don't need to raise money, and if £3m is lifechanging to you, you can build a business worth £3m and you hold 100% of the equity and then you can sell it. BEST MOMENTS ‘You can't please everyone: If you build a product and you're at the whim of your customers you'll never have clarity or be able to build strategically, you'll aways be chasing your tail.' ‘We were the first app to introduce putting your card down or pay a deposit because we found no-shows was a big problem.' ‘Sales is going to be the new engineering, finding great sales people that know what they're doing is tough, determine your ICP (ideal customer profile) and go after them specifically.' ‘Learning to say no to people doesn't have to be rude, it's about preserving your time to drive your business forward.' ABOUT THE GUEST Sillett is a London-based entrepreneur, investor, and public speaker. He is known for co-founding DesignMyNight, a B2C platform that attracted over 8 million views per month and a B2B platform with over 5,000 clients. DesignMyNight was acquired by The Access Group in November 2017 for $30 million.  After DesignMyNight's successful exit, Nick Telson-Sillett continued his entrepreneurial journey and co-founded Trumpet, a buyer enablement software solution. He is also the founder of Horseplay Ventures, a venture arm that invests in startups, and has invested in over 55 startups as an angel investor. Nick Telson-Sillett is actively involved in the startup community and has hosted his own podcast called Pitch Deck, where startup founders pitch their businesses to him and guest angel investors/mentors. They discuss the pitch, the business itself, and the investment opportunity. LinkedIn YouTube ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook  TikTok Email Website

“The reason I started Modeliks is because it took me three weeks to create a proper financial model in Excel for every new client. With our predefined financial model template, you have that handed to you on a plate.” – Blagoja HamamdjievThe finer details of this episode:Discussion about business planning and financial reporting software for startups and small businessesMain features of Modeliks software, including financial planning, budgeting, and advisory servicesImportance of driver-based financial planning and its impact on business resultsCost-effectiveness and pre-defined financial model templates by industry within the softwareIntegration of financial tables and charts with pitch decks and business plansEfficiency and time-saving benefits of using the software for financial modeling and planningDashboard functionality, including tracking financial progress and accessing various chartsUser experience and flexibility of the software, including multi-user collaboration and planned AI integrationLevels of support provided by Modeliks, including customer support and live sessions with screen sharing Episode resources:Summit Virtual CFO by Anders website: https://www.summitcpa.net/If you have questions or would like to be a guest on the show, email us at mcpasuccessshow@anderscpa.comCheck out the Virtual CFO Playbook Course: https://vcfoplaybook.summitcpa.net/Check out Modeliks, here: www.modeliks.com Timestamps:The introduction (00:00:00)The hosts introduce the podcast and its mission, setting the stage for the upcoming episode. Guest Introduction and Background (00:01:48)The hosts introduce Blagoja Hamamdjiev, CEO and founder of Modeliks, and discuss his personal and professional background. Global Nature of Modeliks (00:04:22)Blagoja discusses the global footprint of Modeliks, including the location of their team and their incorporation in Ireland. Using Modeliks for Financial Planning and Advisory Services (00:07:51)Blagoja explains how Modeliks can be used for creating financial plans, pitch decks, and business plans, including its applications for advisory services. Driver-Based Financial Planning (00:11:32)Blagoja delves into the concept of driver-based financial planning and its importance in managing and improving businesses. Integration of Financials with Pitch Deck and Business Plan (00:16:29)Discussion on how Modeliks integrates financials with pitch decks and business plans, providing a unique and efficient solution for businesses. Cost and Industry-Specific Financial Model Templates (00:19:31)Blagoja highlights the cost-effectiveness of Modeliks compared to other software and the availability of industry-specific financial model templates within the software. Creating Financial Models (00:20:26)Blagoja explains the time-consuming process of creating financial models in Excel and the efficiency of using Modeliks templates. Flexibility and Data Integration (00:22:31)Discussion on the flexibility and data integration capabilities of Modeliks, including the current and planned data input methods and integrations. Dashboard and Reporting Functionality (00:28:12)Blagoja details the dashboard and reporting functionalities of Modeliks, including variance analysis, charts, ratios, and custom KPIs. Future AI Integration (00:32:01)The planned integration of AI features in Modeliks, such as generative writing and AI analysis of financial numbers, is discussed. Challenges in Financial Planning (00:34:29)The challenges CPAs face in creating financial models and the barriers to providing advisory services are explored. Excel vs. Other Tools (00:36:26)The use of Excel in financial planning and the challenges and benefits of using other software tools are discussed. Collaboration and Pricing (00:38:53)The flexibility and real-time collaboration capabilities of Modeliks, as well as the pricing structure and value proposition, are explained. Support and Training (00:40:22)The support and training options available for users of Modeliks, including live support and demo calls, are discussed. Live Support and Niche Industry Models (00:40:54)Discussion about live support, niche industry financial models, and personalized assistance for clients. Help Center and Training Videos (00:42:00)Explanation of the extensive help center with training videos and the value of personalized onboarding and training sessions. Consolidation Feature and Multi-Dimensional Planning (00:43:52)Upcoming features in the software, including a consolidation feature and multi-dimensional planning for more complex businesses. Future Software Updates (00:45:29)Anticipation for upcoming software updates, including QuickBooks integration, multi-dimensional planning, and localization in different languages. Advisory Services and Financial Planning (00:45:55)The importance of advisory services and the value of creating a useful financial plan based on drivers. Passion for Driver-Based Financial Planning (00:47:01)The speaker's passion for creating logical and impactful financial plans based on drivers, and the importance of setting targets. Role of Advisors in Business Management (00:48:08)The role of advisors in helping entrepreneurs with the analytical part of running a business and the value of collaboration. Conclusion and Podcast Promotion (00:48:27)Closing remarks and promotion of the podcast website for more resources on modern CPA firm success. 

You can ditch PowerPoint and still own the room. In fact, running a killer meeting is usually easier than the gurus and motivational speakers might tell you.  Whether you're facing an allocator who insists on seeing the presentation beforehand or navigating an awkward silence before kick-off, Stacey's got you covered.In this episode, Stacy covers: The right time to send your meeting notes or deck for optimum preparednessPreparing on a timeline that sets you up for successStarting with the allocator's story to get them talkingSteering discussion to address key concernsTune in to flip the script on traditional meetings to lead with stories and listen thoroughly. Take your meetings to the next level with this episode. This is Story Snacks! A bite-sized, jam-packed series for fund managers who are ready to master strategic storytelling in less than 20 minutes per week!  - - -Make The Boutique Investment Collective part of your Billion Dollar Backstory. Gain access to invaluable resources, expert coaches, and a supportive community of other boutique founders, fund managers, and investment pros. Join Havener Capital's exclusive membership

Join me, Nik ( https://x.com/CoFoundersNik ), as I talk with Matt Gore (https://x.com/GoracleOfDelphi ) founder of a successful pitch deck creation company. We discuss Matt's journey, helping companies raise over $2 billion in funding, and the evolution of his business. The episode highlights key strategies for creating effective pitch decks, common pitfalls, and the importance of storytelling. Matt also shares insights into managing a growing team and balancing his professional life with personal commitments. The conversation offers actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to improve their pitch decks and secure funding.Questions this Episode Answers:What's the most critical element in a pitch deck?What common pitch deck mistakes can cost funding?How can I simplify complex ideas in my pitch deck?How can I make my pitch deck stand out to investors?Why is storytelling important in a pitch deck?___________________________Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and you could WIN $100!!Screenshot it, send it to us, and you will be automatically entered to  WIN $100!Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/5avyu98yApple: https://tinyurl.com/bdxbr284Every week I will pick a random listener who left a review to GET PAID!___________________________YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/nikonomicsYT___________________________This week we covered:02:52 Matt Gore's Journey and Business Insights04:29 The Art of Crafting Effective Pitch Decks06:12 Personal Stories and Business Strategies11:48 Understanding the Pitch Deck Process16:21 Common Mistakes in Pitch Decks19:08 The Importance of Storytelling25:40 Connecting with Clients and Expanding Business27:26 Growing Through Word of Mouth28:00 The Power of Recommendations28:24 No Traditional Marketing28:57 Revenue and Customer Retention29:18 Project-Based Business Model29:56 Working with Venture Capital Firms30:23 Pricing and Complexity31:15 Success Stories and Impact00:00 Tracking and CRM34:56 Experimenting with Pitch Decks39:21 Building a Sustainable Business40:58 Rapid Fire Questions47:28 Final Thoughts and Advice

When you're stacked against other agencies with the same awards, credentials, and impressive case studies as you, it's tough to stand out above the rest. But with the right pitch deck, you're sure to catch the attention of your ideal clients. This week, Tom Martin is teaching us a few things about crafting the perfect pitch deck that moves beyond just impressing clients, but making them remember you over the rest. You already have their attention just by getting the meeting, but your pitch deck is what will ultimately make you the undeniable choice in the end. Tom shares his thoughts on strategic repetition, the science behind the pitch deck, and what agencies most often get wrong when building their decks. This episode is packed with tons of golden nuggets and actionable insights about what will make you the most memorable agency in the room. Stop making easily fixable mistakes that could cost you right-fit clients, and join us to learn everything Tom can teach us about building a better pitch deck. A big thank you to our podcast's presenting sponsor, White Label IQ. They're an amazing resource for agencies who want to outsource their design, dev, or PPC work at wholesale prices. Check out their special offer (10 free hours!) for podcast listeners here. What You Will Learn in This Episode: The purpose of a pitch deck The science behind an effective pitch deck What makes us lose our audience while we are presenting Agencies have earned the right to be in the room and should act like it Taking your client on a journey with you during the pitch Why you might want an appendix in your pitch deck How to design slides for memorability and information flow Getting scientific about strategic repetition The most critical part of the pitch deck Don't just show up and throw up

Welcome to the Art of Value Whispering podcast   In this episode, I'm joined by David Pugh, founder of Scrub the Deck and an expert in helping founders and entrepreneurs get investment. David's journey began in 2007 after he graduated from university and became a graphic designer. His career was successful, but he took the leap and began freelancing when he wanted more time to spend on his music.  His solo endeavours took a while to take off, but when they did, he realised he had the right experience and network to help entrepreneurs secure investment through well-designed and structured pitch decks. Join us in this episode as David shares his 18-point perfect pitch structure and his insights into exactly how you can land the right investment. ‍ "Celebrate your failures because it's all a step forward to success. The investors will likely relate to your experiences as they probably echo their own journey.” - David Pugh ‍ ‍ In this Week's Episode... In this episode, you will learn: How to understand the psychology of investors How to capture investors in 30 seconds with a pitch deck  The 18-point guide to promote your pitch How to communicate the metrics of your business Impactful face-to-face and written pitches How to nail your presentation and land the right investment ‍ "The people that succeed have a mindset that keeps them knocking on doors and they keep asking. Getting investment takes tenacity.” - David Pugh ‍ About David Pugh David Pugh holds a BA degree and boasts a 20-year career working with some of the world's biggest brands as a senior designer, consultant, and communicator. He played a pivotal role in facilitating the sale of BBC franchises such as Strictly Come Dancing (Dancing with the Stars), Doctor Who, and Top Gear to the USA and multiple global territories, leveraging interactive pitch decks and presentations securing billions of dollars for the corporation. His portfolio includes crafting pitch decks for CISCO Systems, Adidas, Accenture, Aston Martin, Mercedes, and Hilton, among other global brands. Since founding Scrub the Deck®, David has been instrumental in helping startups and established companies secure millions through his proven ‘Connect and Convince' strategy. By leveraging his expansive network of over 650 investor connections and implementing his signature 18-point pitch deck structure, he consistently delivers success for his clients. David is not just a professional; he is an educator, public speaker, webinar host, and the creator of a podcast series and YouTube channel dedicated to founders seeking investment. ‍ Connect with David www.scrubthedeck.com www.linkedin.com/in/scrubthedeck https://www.youtube.com/@scrubthedeck      Join the Weekly Live Masterclasses : The Value Sessions ‍ Join the Dream Clients Club to access the Value Sessions, along with other business-building resources, challenges and a wonderfully supportive community. ‍ You can register for this free online event here > ‍ ‍ About Melitta Melitta Campbell is an award-winning business coach who is passionate about helping women confidently build and grow a business that matters, through her award-winning Value Whispering Blueprint programme. ‍ She teaches her clients a unique approach to business growth and promotion that she has termed Value Whispering: the art of gently weaving your true value through everything you do, building meaningful relationships, and gently guiding your clients to the results they seek. So no matter how soft your voice. You can create a powerful impact.   Her expertise comes from three decades of communication, marketing and leadership experience, including more than a decade of running her own businesses. As a certified mindset coach, she also coaches her clients on the inner-game of success, as well as the practicalities of starting and running a thriving business and maintaining a balanced lifestyle. ‍ Melitta is also the best-selling author of A Shy Girl's Guide to Networking, host of the popular: The Art of Value Whispering podcast and an in-demand speaker, appearing on stages and screens internationally. ‍ Originally from the UK, she now supports her global client base from her home in Switzerland, where she lives with her husband, two daughters and fluffy pup. ‍ You can learn more about Melitta's story here.   Connect with Melitta www.melittacampbell.com www.linkedin.com/in/melitta https://www.youtube.com/@melittacampbell  ‍ Join the Dream Clients Club Come and join like-minded women in the FREE online community for Female Entrepreneurs. You can expect many more tips, tools and insights to support you as you build and grow your business to 6 figures and beyond! > The Dream Clients Club ‍ You May Also Enjoy...‍ Creating Sales, One Conversation at a Time Thriving in Your Business, with ADHD The SAVVY Approach to Marketing  with Melissa Ambers Profit First for Minority Business Owners, with Susanne Mariga Why Smart Women get Stuck with an Expensive Hobby and not a Real Business ‍ ‍ > More Podcast Episodes ‍

This week on Equity, we discussed some big news that really matters: How Black founders are addressing the diversity gap in AI chatbots. We've all noticed how OpenAI's ChatGPT and other AI chatbot tools struggle with cultural nuance, often coming up with answers that reflect a largely Euro-centric worldview. Now, a handful of Black-owned chatbots and ChatGPT versions – like Latimer.AI, ChatBlackGPT and Spark Plug – have cropped up to ensure Black POVs are included in the AI conversation, and that Black founders get a cut of this trillion-dollar industry.That's not all Rebecca talked about on Monday's show. We also looked at how different social media companies are playing around with what's real and what isn't, an increasingly salient topic in the age of AI. On the one hand, we've got TikTok's introduction of generative AI avatars, which creators and brands can use to speed up ad campaigns and spread them out to a global audience. And on the other hand, YouTube is experimenting with a “Notes” feature that lets users add context to videos. It's an attempt to combat misinformation as AI threatens to inundate us all with deepfake and misleading political content in the lead up to the 2024 presidential election. In IPO Land, Rebecca touched on Tempus's 9% rise and $441 million raise on its Nasdaq debut last Friday. The genomic testing and data analysis company, started by Groupon's founder, need have only hinted at its future genAI integrations for investors to throw money at it. Meanwhile, Chinese e-commerce giant Shein is struggling to get Beijing to approve its London IPO, reports the Financial Times. Shein's executive chair reportedly angered Chinese regulators last month by saying its corporate values meant it “could be considered a US company,” so now the retailer is trying to walk back on those comments. Shein is trying to raise £50 billion (US$64 billion) from its London IPO, and it needs Beijing on its side to do so.   Haje closed out today's show with a teardown of Kinnect's $250K angel deck. Founded just last year, the digital archive startup is already making waves with $100,000 in funding from Techstar's Rising Stars program. Hit play to hear how they did it!Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

Consumer startups have taken a hit when it comes to venture funding. But according to Eurie Kim, partner at Forerunner Ventures and founding member of All Raise, consumer is where it's at.The investor joined Mary Ann Azevedo on Equity to talk through the intricacies of the space. She pointed out that last year, just 7% of seed capital went to consumer startups. Yet, research shows that consumer company performance has outpaced enterprise, Kim contends. Forerunner itself has backed the likes of Oura, Chime and Prose, among others. Kim also talked about the advantages of being dedicated investors in a space that has seen a number of tourist VCs drift in and out. In addition to discussing the state of consumer investing and what consumer investors are looking for, the venture capitalist shared her thoughts on the investment landscape as a whole, what's up with IPOs and why every startup should have AI in their pitch deck.Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts.You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

Last week was a busy one for some Apple Store employees. Over the weekend, workers at Apple's Townson, Maryland store — the first Apple retail store to have a formally recognized union — voted to authorize a strike. While the date of the strike is still being determined, the union has been negotiating with Apple since January 2023 over work-life balance, unpredictable scheduling, and wages, among other issues.But that wasn't all we discussed on today's episode of Equity. This morning, Rebecca Szkutak also broke down what we can and can't expect from OpenAI's livestream event later today. On Friday, Sam Altman put a stop to rumors that the company will release a Google search competitor, but he did say OpenAI could announce a search feature within ChatGPT. To close out, Haje took the reins with another Pitch Deck Teardown. This time, we're highlighting Cloudsmith, which secured $15 million for its cloud platform. The startup's 2021 round was the largest Series A for a company from Northern Ireland since 2005, so clearly they got a thing or two right. Listen through to the end to find out how the company pulled it off! Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is hosted by TechCrunch's Alex Wilhelm and Mary Ann Azevedo. We are produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

Good news, crypto founders: Venture capital activity is picking up in your sector after falling to multi-year lows in late 2023. Put another way, venture folks appear more web3-bullish than before, even if recent tallies are far under highs seen in late 2021.But that was hardly the only news item we had to dig into on Equity this morning. Akamai is spending $450 million for API security firm Noname, a deal that TechCrunch previously reported was looking to get done at around $500 million. The transaction, notable for its size, is also worth considering given that Noname was valued at a unicorn price tag back in 2021.Wiz is another name in the cybersecurity space that could do deals, thanks to a recent $1 billion fundraise. It intends to buy both wounded unicorns and hot, smaller startups to bolster its business. The company is now valued at $12 billion, which is a lot. (Wayve also raised north of $1 billion, but is focused on the self-driving space instead of security.)We also saw Monzo snag $190 million more, bringing its full-year fundraising score to more than $600 million as TikTok fights a ban, and Oyo tries to raise new capital at a fraction of its prior worth.And to close, Haje is bringing Pitch Deck Teardown to Equity! If you have not read the series — start here — you are in for a treat. We're kicking the new segment off with a look at NOQX's deck, what worked, what didn't, and what's next.Chat Friday!Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast and posts every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts.You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod.For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is hosted by TechCrunch's Alex Wilhelm and Mary Ann Azevedo. We are produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Brandon C. White is an entrepreneur with two exists (so far), an angel investor, and former VC and management in marketing at AOL. Currently, he hosts Build a Business Success Secrets Podcast. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. When you pitch, make sure that your story is concise and easy to understand, to get through, and to make yourself stand out. 2. Spend 2-3 minutes per slide. You can practice by setting a timer for yourself. 3. If you are going to raise money, be prepared with your 13 slides. Entrepreneurs and investors need to match – spend the time and do your research on your investor. Brandon's Website – Visit and download Your Guide to Building the Perfect Business Plan! (Sorry! This link was active when this episode was first published in 2021. This resource is no longer available.) Sponsors HubSpot With the HubSpot for Startups program, you can save 30-90 percent on a platform that scales right along with you. To see if you're eligible to join the HubSpot for Startups program and take your growth to the next level, visit HubSpot.com/startups Field of Greens Just one scoop a day and you'll be getting in loads of fruits, veggies, herbs and spices all at once. Visit FieldOfGreens.com and use promo code FIRE for 15 percent off your first order AND free rush shipping