1. PowerPoint Template JA Shark Tank Wednesday, December 9, 2015

2. 2015 JA Shark Tank The Objective Imagine that you meet a venture-capitalist who loans start-up funds to teen entrepreneurs. You have been invited to submit a business plan for consideration. Your objective is to prepare the business plan presentation: 1. a power point presentation to demonstrate business fundamentals, and 2. a one minute video advertisement that markets the product to a target audience in a creative and effective manner. All to inform and persuade the potential investor. The business must be legal in the United States for persons 18 years of age and under, and must be based on technology, resources, and information currently available. Slide Text Instructions For each slide, read the criteria, delete the instructional text, and replace it with the required information. Remember to save your changes as you go, so that your work will not be lost. *Important* You may change the layout/images on your PowerPoint, but keep the content in the same order. Delete this slide before submission

3. 2015 JA Shark Tank Add a creative, personalized cover slide here. Include: —The name of the business or the product or service. —A logo for the business or the product or service. —A catchphrase or motto for the business or the product or service. —This slide likely will be visible the longest. Make it visually appealing to draw interest from the audience. Cover Slide

4. Introduction Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Introduce your entrepreneurial venture. –Present the name of your potential business. –Present a brief overview of yourself, your product or service, target customer, competitive advantages, ethics plan, or any other highlights that will introduce your venture. (Include at least three of these points.) –This is the first slide the venture capitalist will read. It should be interesting and creative. Put your best foot forward— inspire the reader to want to learn more.

5. Entrepreneur’s Profile Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Promote yourself as a viable entrepreneur. Funding sponsors aren’t just investing in a business, they are investing in you. They are looking for information that gives them confidence in your ability to succeed as an entrepreneur. Below are examples of information you may include: –Describe the traits of a successful entrepreneur that you exhibit. –Do you believe that you and your prospective product or service can make a positive difference for people, communities, or the world? –Is your product or service related to something you love? Something you are good at? Something with which you have specialized knowledge? (Review Session One of your program materials for additional ideas.)

6. Product Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Promote your product or service. This is the heart of your proposal. Investors need to know that you have something to offer the market. Not only should you clearly and thoroughly describe your product or service, but also highlight why it’s a viable venture. Below is an example of information you may include: –Does it meet a need, solve a problem, or otherwise fill some void in the market? Be specific. –Include visuals for clarity, if necessary. (Review Sessions One and Two of your program materials for additional ideas.)

7. Target Market Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Describe your target market. Investors want to know that there are potential customers who want what you are offering. Describe your target customers and why they are prospects for your product or service. Below are examples of information you may include: –Is there a specific demographic that would be interested in your venture? –Is this a new market for your product or service? –Does it meet a unique logical or personal need for the target market? –Have you done any market research to support your assumptions? If so, what did you learn? (Review Session Three of your program materials for additional ideas.)

8. Competitive Advantages Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Explain the competitive advantages of your business. With so many business ideas out there, investors want to know exactly how you plan to surpass your competitors. Describe at least two specific competitive advantages that your business will offer. Below are examples of information you may include: –Is your product or service of better quality? Or, is the emphasis on value? Is it going to be delivered faster? Is it brighter, darker, shinier, or more available locally or nationwide? What is it that sets your product or service apart? Have you found an untapped market, better location, or specialized employees? –If nothing sets your product or service apart from similar offerings, be prepared to specifically defend why you will pursue this venture. (Review Sessions Four and Five of your program materials for additional ideas.)

9. 2015 JA Shark Tank Detail the financial information that is required for your business to succeed. Financials and Price Slide List the pricing for your product and/or service and give rationale. What does it cost to produce this product and the start-up costs for your business? What is your revenue projections for the first year? What will you spend in advertising, marketing your product in the first year? List any other financial information that would be important for an investor to know.

10. Additional Business Element Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank (Optional Slide) Highlight at least one additional element of your Sample Business Plan. For example, add a detailed marketing strategy, product distribution plan, human resources strategy, or management issue. (Review Session Seven of your program materials for additional ideas.)

11. Challenges Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Describe possible challenges or obstacles that you anticipate in your venture. To show forethought, include an honest assessment of potential issues without overstating problems and driving the investor away. If possible, include strategies for addressing these obstacles.

12. Final Impression Slide 2015 JA Shark Tank Leave a positive, final impression on your investor. Briefly review your strengths as an entrepreneur, your product, market, competitive advantage, and any other highlights that strengthen your appeal to a potential investor. Close with a positive pitch about why you should be selected to receive the venture capital.