Before You Start: Pitch Deck Tips (Do not include in final deck) The purpose of a pitch deck is not to answer all possible questions about your product, but to showcase your vision and get investors excited. Provide enough information to capture interest, but not too much as to overwhelm your audience or have your story lose clarity and focus. Make sure the deck can stand on its own without your presentation. Compelling decks are concise, tell a story, and use visuals — be creative!

Elevator Pitch Use this slide for a quick summary. Keep this simple and captivating. Use visuals if applicable.

The Problem Use this slide to define the problem you are solving. Relate the problem to your audience.

The Solutions Use this slide to explain how your product/service solves the problem. Be sure to emphasize how your product/service does it better than your competition.

Business Model Use this slide to briefly explain how your company will make money and how you plan to market your product.

Budget Use this slide to show potential investors your budget. What are you currently spending money on? How much investment money are you requesting? How would the additional money help grow your business?