What is a pitch deck?

What is an investor slide deck? What is an Investor Presentation? What's the importance of a pitch deck? What are the key elements of a pitch deck?

A pitch deck is a visual presentation—typically made up of a series of slides—used by startups, entrepreneurs, or founders to present their business idea, product, or startup to potential investors, partners, or stakeholders. The main goal of a pitch deck is to communicate the value proposition, market opportunity, business model, and growth potential clearly and compellingly.

Usually created in tools like PowerPoint, Keynote, or Google Slides, a pitch deck often includes slides covering:

  • The problem your startup solves

  • Your solution (product or service)

  • Market size and opportunity

  • Business model

  • Traction or milestones

  • Team overview

  • Go-to-market strategy

  • Financial projections

  • And of course, the ask—how much funding you’re seeking and how it will be used

Whether preparing for a live investor meeting or sending your startup pitch deck as a follow-up, it is a vital storytelling tool. A well-crafted pitch deck not only informs but also inspires confidence in your startup's potential.

For a more in-depth understanding of pitch decks, feel free to refer to this resource: https://www.startups.com/courses/pitch-deck-bootcamp