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Pitch Decks That Raise Money

Hosted by Mucker Capital

When
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where
FiDi
Format
Panel / Fireside Chat and Roundtable / Workshop
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/ About this event

What makes a pitch deck actually convince investors to write a check?

Join Matt Gore, Founder of OPTIO, for a practical breakdown of how to build a pitch deck that gets investors' attention and moves fundraising conversations forward.

Matt has helped founders craft the stories and pitch decks behind more than $3 billion raised. In this session, he'll break down what works, what doesn't, and the common mistakes that can cost founders investor interest.

You'll learn: - How to structure a compelling investor pitch deck - What investors actually need to see on each slide - The most common pitch deck mistakes founders make - How to communicate your problem, solution, traction, and market clearly - How to turn your deck into a story investors remember - We'll leave time at the end for live Q&A with Matt.

Sponsored by: - Pilot powers the financial back office for startups and small businesses. We specialize in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and CFO services and are focused on delivering a customer experience of unparalleled quality. When you work with Pilot, you get a team of finance experts who take the work off your plate–so you can focus on your business. More at www.pilot.com

Note: This session is designed for startup founders. Space is limited, and preference will be given to early-stage founders. Final location details will be shared upon approval.

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Registration closes 24 hours prior to the event. All attendees must present a valid photo ID for building entry.

By registering for and attending this event, you consent to potentially being photographed or recorded during the session. These materials may be used by Mucker Capital and its partners for marketing and promotional purposes.

If you do not consent to being photographed or recorded, please withdraw your RSVP prior to the event.

This event is a part of #SFTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.

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