Step 1.

Introduce the problem or

opportunity as described by actual
users or consumers within a specific
business, home, or institutional
setting. Also, why do you care?

One minute = approximately 150 words.

Who exactly is your
first customer* and
what is their problem?

*Customer = User / Payer

Who exactly is your first
customer* and what is their
problem**?

*Jessica = User / Payer

** Payment process = problem
Step 2. Describe or demonstrate your
novel solution with a focus on how the
product or service works in 3 steps or
less. What impact will your solution
have - economic, societal, or a mix?

One minute = approximately 150 words.

Our Solution

App LED Sign

Breathable water resistant layer

Merino wool - Cotton blend

*Utility Patent Pending

Step 3. Describe the competitive landscape and your
competitive advantage. What similar solutions or
status quo behaviors currently exist? Why will
customers/ users choose your solution over other
options? Is your solution protected or protectable via
a patent, trademark, etc.? Regardless, what is your
secret sauce?

One minute = approximately 150 words.

Money transfer

Payment

Tipping
Step 4. Describe your current or planned business
model. Who pays for your solution, how much,
how often, and where do these transactions
occur? In other words, describe your first sale, or
a typical sale. Remember: even non-profits have a
business model. Also, describe the market
potential beyond the first sale.

One minute = approximately 150 words.

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Step 5. Introduce your team and key mentors with a
focus on their extraordinary accomplishments and/or
unique ninja skills. Why is your team uniquely
qualified to bring this product or service to market?
What does your team need to reach the next milestone
(e.g., money, strategic introductions, etc.)? If money,
how much; what will it be spent to accomplish; and by
when?

One minute = approximately 150 words.

Meet Our Team
The Hipster The Hacker The Project Manager The Hustler
Alyssa Forbes Connor Small Albert Martinez Geonwoo Kim
Digital Culture Software Engineer Communications Mechanical Engineer
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Maker to Entrepreneur Program
Workshop 4

❏ Evidence-based pitch deck development,

practice, and refinement.
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Instructions Examples
Venture Devils Venture Name: Queue Down
http://links.asu.edu/VentureDevils-5MinPitch Pitch Deck URL: https://goo.gl/wCqMmH
Video Pitch URL: https://goo.gl/VVLajB

Venture Name: Tech Guru

Pitch Deck URL: https://goo.gl/rxyajE
Video Pitch URL: https://vimeo.com/300849152

Venture Name: Light Comm

Pitch Deck URL: www.shorturl.at/dAX29
Video Pitch URL: https://youtu.be/6xbPJmgiC9o
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Deliver and refine your evidence-based
pitch at least twice before Demo Day.

The third time’s a charm.

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Maker to Entrepreneur Program

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