How to Pitch Your Startup to Venture Firms
About This Class
Get the insider scoop from Justin Hall (Golden Gate Ventures) on what investors look for in a pitch. We’ll cover preparation for the pitch session, building and designing a compelling deck, following up after the meeting and more.
Takeaways
- What should I look for in an investor?
- How do I connect with investors?
- What’s the process a VC uses to evaluate an investment?
- What does an investor look for in a deal?
- How should I prepare for a pitch session with a VC?
- What should I include in a pitch deck?
- How do I follow up after the pitch?
Prereqs & Preparation
This class is designed for entrepreneurs or startup fanatics who are looking to start a company or are preparing to fundraise in the next 12 months.
About the Instructor
Justin Hall
Principal,
Golden Gate Ventures
Justin Hall is Principal at Golden Gate Ventures, an early-stage venture capital fund based in Singapore but investing across Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. As principal, he manages Golden Gate Ventures’ existing portfolio while sourcing investments across APAC. In addition, he is director for Golden Gate Ventures Annex Fund, focused on follow-on funding for existing portfolio companies.