Capstone · Week 12

Pitch Deck

Create a 10‑slide investor pitch. Tell a clear story from problem to solution to financials. Use simple, readable visuals.

For scoring details, see Rubrics.

What to include
Keep it tight and visual
  • Arc: Problem → Solution → Market → Financials → Ask.
  • Visuals that match the numbers in your model.
  • Backup slides for questions you expect.
  • Short note: where feedback changed your story.
Slide Guide
10 slides, 10 strong messages
  • Title + tagline
  • Problem (with real example)
  • Solution (what you do)
  • Market (who buys, how many)
  • Business model (how you make money)
  • Traction or research (evidence)
  • Financials snapshot (from your model)
  • Competition (your edge)
  • Team (roles and strengths)
  • Ask (what you need next)
Quality Checks
Clear, honest, and on time
  • Slides are readable from the back row; minimal text per slide.
  • Every chart number matches your workbook.
  • Rehearsed timing: 9–11 minutes, leave time for questions.
Submission
What to turn in
  • Slide deck (PDF or link) that follows the arc above.
  • Two backup charts you can pull up for Q&A.