ACTION: Tell us about your business!

You joined this class because you have a business you're eager to fund. Now, use this class as a resource for practicing your company's story. In the Project Gallery, share your "elevator pitch." Include:

what your business does
what makes it unique
why you will win the market

Use concise, specific language to clearly and effectively communicate your story, and remember not to give your full deck away just yet! Share just enough information to intrigue your fellow students—and ask specific, directed questions so we can all share constructive and useful feedback.

Looking forward to seeing your projects!

LEARN MORE: Class Resources

Albert Wenger

Follow Albert on Twitter
Explore Albert's blog: Continuations
Learn about Union Square Ventures at usv.com

Relevant Links

Crunchbase: Database of company information, including funding rounds
TechRepublic Glossary: Handy link of startup & VC vocabulary
Class Slides PDF: Download slides from the video lessons

Additional Reading

"Series A, B, C funding: How it works" via Investopedia
"Understanding How Dilution Affects You at a Startup" via Techcrunch
"Lesser of Two Evils: Convertible Debt or Priced Round?" via Inc.com
"Everything About Convertible Note Seed Financings (But Were Afraid To Ask)" via Techcrunch
"Too Much/Too Little Money" via Continuations
"Beware the Post-Money Trap" via Continuations
"How to Cold Email an Investor" via Continuations
"How to Pitch a VC" via 500Startups
"Filling Out A Round: When It Matters, and When It Doesn’t" via AVC
"What a Straightforward, Non-Jargony Term Sheet from a VC Looks Like" via BusinessInsider
"Understanding Venture Capital Term Sheets (PDF)" via Harvard Business School

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