Client
University Startup Team
Timeline
1 Month
Outcome
1st Place & $10k Grant
Winning the Demo Day
A team of student entrepreneurs from a top university had built a great sustainable energy prototype but had no experience pitching to investors.
Challenge
They faced a national competition with a strict 3-minute time limit. Their original pitch was 8 minutes long and filled with engineering jargon.
- Condense a complex scientific concept into a 3-minute story.
- Create a visual deck that supported the narrative without distracting.
- Overcome severe stage fright for the lead presenter.
The Solution
We conducted a series of "pitch sprints" to rapidly iterate on the script. We used our "Hook-Problem-Solution" framework to structure the 3 minutes. For the delivery, we used video feedback to help the presenter master pacing and eye contact.
Results
The team won 1st place overall, securing a $10,000 non-equity grant and acceptance into a prestigious accelerator program. The judges specifically praised their ability to make a complex topic accessible.
