{"id":2870,"date":"2021-05-29T00:19:45","date_gmt":"2021-05-29T04:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplifiedblog.wpengine.com\/?p=2870"},"modified":"2026-01-29T06:00:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T11:00:45","slug":"create-a-killer-investor-pitch-deck-with-these-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/marketing\/create-a-killer-investor-pitch-deck-with-these-tips","title":{"rendered":"Ace Your Next Investor Pitch With Simplified&#8217;s Hacks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The pursuit of beginning a start-up company is more competitive than ever before! Small businesses use creative pitch decks to entice investors and grab their attention. However, if you\u2019re new to this world, you\u2019re bound to make mistakes while creating your business pitch. With that in mind, we have made a simplified list of preliminary dos and don\u2019ts, along with informational slides you must include in your investor pitch deck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-what-is-an-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_investor_pitch_deck\"><\/span><strong>What is an investor pitch deck?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">An investor pitch deck is a short presentation prepared by start-ups to raise funds. It gives a brief overview of the company to prospective investors and typically consists of 15-20 ppt slides. The pitch deck is focused on showcasing the company\u2019s mission and vision, the problems they\u2019re solving, value proposition, marketing model, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"http:\/\/gph.is\/1SlGeHV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"giphy-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/xT1XGGBEH6iSTIMc3S\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-investor-pitch-deck-do-s\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Investor_Pitch_Deck_Dos\"><\/span><strong>Investor Pitch Deck Do\u2019s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-b2bb64\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Include at the bottom left of all slides: \u201cConfidential and Proprietary. Copyright (c) by [Name of Company]. All Rights Reserved.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">A picture is worth a thousand words. Include visual elements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Share a PDF of the pitch deck in advance with the prospects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Tell your story, not just the numbers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Have a soundbite for investors to remember you by.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Be consistent with brand visuals and font size throughout the ppt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-investor-pitch-deck-don-ts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Investor_Pitch_Deck_Donts\"><\/span><strong>Investor Pitch Deck Don\u2019ts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-574496\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The pitch deck shouldn\u2019t be longer than 15-20 slides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The slides shouldn\u2019t be too wordy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Avoid industry-specific jargon that the investors might not understand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Highlighting advantage over your competitors is important; however do not belittle them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Avoid low quality graphics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Don\u2019t provide excessive financial details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/ai-writing\/sales-pitch-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 Evergreen Sales Pitch Examples[ + Free Script Generator]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-what-are-the-key-slides-you-must-have-in-your-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_key_slides_you_must_have_in_your_investor_pitch_deck\"><\/span>What are the key slides you must have in your investor pitch deck?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Listed below are slides you must include in your business pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-1-company-overview-slide-of-the-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_%E2%80%9CCompany_Overview%E2%80%9D_slide_of_the_Investor_Pitch_Deck\"><\/span>1. \u201cCompany Overview\u201d slide of the Investor Pitch Deck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"6720\" height=\"3780\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Investor-Pitch-Deck.png\" alt=\"Investor Pitch Deck\" class=\"wp-image-2917\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/problems-and-consequently-the-solution.jpg\" alt=\"problems and consequently, the solution\" class=\"wp-image-2915\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: Original<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">This slide is essentially the top line of a resume. This ppt slide should summarize in 4-6 lines your business history, what problem you\u2019re solving, where you are located, and the expertise of the management team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">For example, here is what your \u201cCompany Overview\u201d slide could say:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Company-Overview.jpg\" alt=\"Company Overview\" class=\"wp-image-2916\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/?sh=7cd3957a2254\">Forbes<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-2-mission-vision-slide-of-the-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_%E2%80%9CMissionVision%E2%80%9D_slide_of_the_Investor_Pitch_Deck\"><\/span>2. \u201cMission\/Vision\u201d slide of the Investor Pitch Deck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">In this ppt slide, you want a crisp statement defining the mission and vision of your company. Think of it as your 15-second elevator pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">To demonstrate, some of the coolest mission statements by leading start-ups are:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-f53bc7\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">\u201cTo accelerate the world\u2019s transition to sustainable energy.\u201d \u2013 Tesla<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">\u201cSpread ideas.\u201d \u2013 TED<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">\u201cTo put people at the center of enterprise software.\u201d \u2013 Workday<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The \u201cvision\u201d can be the goal you think you can become. For instance, IKEA\u2019s vision statement, \u201cOur vision is to create a better everyday life for many people\u201d &#8211; &nbsp;short, aspirational, and to the point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-3-problem-and-solution-slides-of-the-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_%E2%80%9CProblem_and_Solution%E2%80%9D_slides_of_the_Investor_Pitch_Deck\"><\/span>3. \u201cProblem and Solution\u201d slides of the Investor Pitch Deck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">In these slides you need to articulate the problems faced by consumers, your proposed solutions, and how it gives you an edge over your competitors. Ask the following questions while defining the problem:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2c7fb4\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">What is the scale of the problem?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Why is it important?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Who is facing the problem?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">AirBnB\u2019s legendary pitch deck provides short and streamlined information about the problems and consequently, the solution.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/problem.jpg\" alt=\"problem\" class=\"wp-image-2920\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/solution.jpg\" alt=\"solution\" class=\"wp-image-2921\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-4-product-and-technology-slides-of-the-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_%E2%80%9CProduct%E2%80%9D_and_%E2%80%9CTechnology%E2%80%9D_slides_of_the_Investor_Pitch_Deck\"><\/span>4. \u201cProduct\u201d and \u201cTechnology\u201d slides of the Investor Pitch Deck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">This ppt slide is your product\u2019s time to shine. Investors are interested in your value proposition and the underlying technology. Hence, it should answer the following questions about your product:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-0da548\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">What are the key features of the product?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Why do users care about the product?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">What are the project milestones and roadmap?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">What are the key differentiators of the product?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">The basic technology backbone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Key intellectual property rights owned by you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Why it will be difficult for your competitors to replicate this tech?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Quick Tip: Include GIFs, product screenshots, and other visuals in this slide.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"727\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Product-and-Technology.jpg\" alt=\"Product and Technology\" class=\"wp-image-2914\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/hnshah\/mintcom-prelaunch-pitch-deck\/6-Value_to_User_Finance_Online\">Mint<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Mint\u2019s Value Proposition ppt slide uses table to set apart their product in every aspect of their domain.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"359\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/product-roadmap-is-clear.jpg\" alt=\"product roadmap is clear\" class=\"wp-image-2913\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/MathildeCollin\/front-series-a-deck-64596550\">Front<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Front uses a timeline to show what they have is store for the future and the new tech they will be introducing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/design\/online-presentation-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Online Presentation Tools That Will Make Your Deck Stand Out<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-5-market-opportunity-slide-of-the-investor-pitch-deck\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_%E2%80%9CMarket_Opportunity%E2%80%9D_slide_of_the_Investor_Pitch_Deck\"><\/span>5. \u201cMarket Opportunity\u201d slide of the Investor Pitch Deck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Your investor pitch deck is worthwhile only if you\u2019re tending to a large addressable market. So, it\u2019s important to include the following on this slide:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-66e4c3\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Define the market you are in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Present the dollar market size.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Show the size of the market you will be addressing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Investor-Pitch-Deck2.jpg\" alt=\"Investor Pitch Deck2\" class=\"wp-image-2912\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/webjoe\/dwolla\">Dwolla<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"546\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Investor-Pitch-Deck1.jpg\" alt=\"Investor Pitch Deck1\" class=\"wp-image-2911\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-some-other-slides-to-be-included-in-your-business-pitch\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_other_slides_to_be_included_in_your_business_pitch\"><\/span><strong>Some other slides to be included in your business pitch:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-0789fe\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Business Model:<\/strong> Demonstrate how you will make money; also show customer acquisition channels and costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"yoast-link-suggestion__container LinkSuggestion__LinkContainer-sc-1gewdgc-3 gazbcR\"><a class=\"LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1gewdgc-4 evyocv\" href=\"https:\/\/simplifiedblog.wpengine.com\/us\/design-hacks\/5-major-distinctions-between-art-and-design-you-may-not-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 Major Distinctions Between Art And Design You May Not Know<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Business-Model.jpg\" alt=\"Business Model\" class=\"wp-image-2910\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/hnshah\/mintcom-prelaunch-pitch-deck\/6-Value_to_User_Finance_Online\">Mint<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-b86573\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Customers:<\/strong> Highlight <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/create\/logo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">logos<\/a> of well-known customers to show credibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"359\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Select-Customers.jpg\" alt=\"Select Customers\" class=\"wp-image-2909\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/MathildeCollin\/front-series-a-deck-64596550\">Front<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-551527\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Competition:<\/strong> Show an understanding of the <a href=\"https:\/\/slidemodel.com\/competitive-landscape-slide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">competition landscape<\/a> and the key differentiators.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"359\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Competition.jpg\" alt=\"Competition\" class=\"wp-image-2908\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/entercastle\/castle-angel-round-deck\">Castle <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\" wp-block-list eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-d5065f\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Financials and Funding:<\/strong> Showcase your realistic projections and how much money you are seeking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"638\" height=\"359\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.simplified.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Financials-and-Funding.jpg\" alt=\"Financials and Funding\" class=\"wp-image-2907\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slideshare.net\/MathildeCollin\/front-series-a-deck-64596550\">Front&nbsp;<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">As was demonstrated, a good pitch deck will help you secure financing for your start-up. 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Small businesses use creative pitch decks to entice investors and grab their attention. However, if you\u2019re new to this world, you\u2019re bound to make mistakes while creating your business pitch. With that in mind, we have made a simplified list of preliminary dos and don\u2019ts, along with informational slides you must include in your investor pitch deck. What is an investor pitch deck? An investor pitch deck is a short presentation prepared by start-ups to raise funds. 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