Where do you get start-up money? You get investors or borrow it, of course! And anyone lending you money wants to know they're going to get their money back. That's where a modern pitch deck or traditional business plan comes in: they're like a road-map of how you see your business becoming successful. From market analysis to your company financials, we will help you project three- to five-years ahead, outline the route your company intends to take, and present it in a formal document that will show lenders and vendors that you mean business.

When You Need a Business Plan

WHEN YOU'RE SEEKING DEBT FINANCING
Banks still review business plans, so you will need a business plan if you're looking to get any kind of loan from a bank.

WHEN YOU'RE RAISING OVER $500K
If you're raising a lot of money, you better have a plan for what you're going to do with it. Investors will be doing due diligence, be prepared.

WHEN YOU HAVE CO-FOUNDERS/CO-OWNERS
When you have several cooks in the kitchen, it is helpful to have a written and agreed upon plan to make sure everyone stays on track and executes the way you intended. This should be a living document that is updated over time and as things change.

When You Need a Pitch Deck

WHEN YOU'RE SEEKING EQUITY FUNDING
If you're looking for funding from venture capitalists, angel investors or savvy friends and family, you need a clear pitch deck.

WHEN YOU'RE NETWORKING WITH INVESTORS
Not ready to get investment now, but have the opportunity to network with investors? You should have a pitch deck ready. First impressions are important, especially when building influential relationships.

WHEN YOU ARE PITCHING IN A COMPETITION
In the startup community there are a lot of pitch events and competitions designed to give founders a chance to get exposure and practice pitching their company. You definitely need a pitch deck.

WHEN YOU ARE SEEKING CO-FOUNDERS
If you're looking for co-founders, there is no better way to convey to them your concept, and the value you can bring to the table than through a pitch deck.

WHEN YOU ARE APPLYING TO AN ACCELERATOR
Many accelerators require a pitch deck in order to apply. They use the deck to evaluate your company and decide whether or not you should join the next cohort.