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Module 1: The Funding Landscape

Module 2: The Pre-Seed and Seed Stage

Module 4: Later Stage Funding (Series B and Beyond)

Module 5: The Fundraising Process

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Assignment

Your Series A pitch is fundamentally different from your seed pitch. In your seed pitch, you were selling a vision. In a Series A pitch, you are selling a proven business model and the team that can scale it. Every slide, and every metric, must work together to build a powerful case for why your business is the next big thing.

1. Key Elements of the Series A Pitch

While the core structure of a pitch deck remains the same, the focus and depth of each slide must be elevated.



  • Problem & Solution (Refined):

    Your problem and solution should be more precise, backed by customer data and testimonials. You're no longer just guessing; you're stating what you know from experience.


  • Market & Business Model (With Numbers):

    This section is critical. You must clearly present your unit economics, demonstrating that your LTV is significantly higher than your CAC. You should have a clear, data-backed business model that shows how you will generate revenue at scale.


  • Traction & Metrics (The Core of Your Pitch):

    This is where you prove everything. You must show consistent, month-over-month growth in revenue, users, or other key metrics. Don't just show the numbers; explain the story behind them. Show a clear growth curve and talk about why it's happening.


  • Team (Ready to Scale):

    The focus here is on the team's ability to transition from a startup to a scalable company. Highlight new key hires, previous experience with scaling a business, and your plan for building out departments.


  • The Ask (Specific and Milestone-Driven):

    Your ask must be tied directly to a concrete plan. Explain exactly how the Series A funds will be used to achieve specific, measurable milestones over the next 12-18 months