dag presentation guide 2006

Delta Angel GroupInvestor Presentation Guide: 

Delta Angel Group Investor Presentation Guide January 2006

Guiding Principles: 

Guiding Principles The investor presentation must be delivered clearly and concisely Tells a compelling story about the company Creates investor confidence and interest Leads to additional investor meetings Should not be longer than twelve (12) to fifteen (15) minutes in duration Visual aides should be graphical, not textual (charts, graphics, pictures) Leave plenty of time for questions and discussion Presentation format and flow may vary depending on company

Presentation Flow: 

Presentation Flow Introduction Problem Solution Current Status Market Customers & Partners Business & Revenue Model Competitive Landscape Financials Management Team Funding Close 1:00 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 Presentation Time (minutes)

Introduction Slide: 

Introduction Slide Briefly Introduce yourself and your company Company name and company logo Presenter name and title Brief summary of company (elevator pitch) Slide Time Approximately 00:30 for the introduction

The Problem: 

The Problem Define the problem and who has the pain Provide a “problem” scenario that provides a basis for your company’s product or service Slide Time Approximately 01:00 to define the problem

The Solution: 

The Solution Introduce your company’s product or service that will address the problem What is the product or service? How will the product or service solve the problem? Cost savings, process improvement, etc. What stage in the development cycle is the product? Illustrate the company’s solution Provide brief list of features and benefits Slide Time Approximately 01:30 to describe the solution May require more than one slide

Current Company Status: 

Current Company Status Build investor confidence in your company Staff and positions Customers and contracts Revenue from paying customers Sales pipeline Strategic partners Intellectual property – patents, trademarks, etc. Product development status (alpha, beta, release) Other significant information Slide Time Approximately 01:00 to describe company progress

The Market: 

The Market What is the market size, growth and maturity? Leverage industry and market segment data Market challenges What market segment(s) are served by the company? What is the company’s potential in the market? Growth Market share Revenues Slide Time Approximately 01:30 to describe the market

Customers and Partners: 

Customers and Partners Describe the company’s current and potential customers Profile of the optimal customer Value proposition to customer Deal size Example of customer Describe the company’s current and potential partners Slide Time Approximately 01:00 to describe the market

Business and Revenue Model: 

Business and Revenue Model Describe the company’s business and revenue model What is the company selling? What is the go to market strategy? How does the company generate revenue for its product or service? What is the pricing model? Revenue? Gross margin? What third-party validation has the company received? Describe the sales cycle for the company’s product or service How do you sell your product or service? What is the expected sales cycle time for closing a deal? Slide Time Approximately 01:30 to describe the business and revenue model

Competitive Landscape: 

Competitive Landscape Competition Describe the direct (competing product or service) and indirect competition (alternative solution) for your company and its product or service. What specific opportunities exist for the company as a result of the competition? How does your company differentiate itself from the competition? Competitive Advantage What is the company’s competitive advantage? Why will customers buy your product or service over the competition? What is your value proposition? Slide Time Approximately 02:00 to describe the competitive landscape

Financial Projections: 

Financial Projections Provide 3-5 year financial projections for the company (chart or graph) Do the financial projections demonstrate year-to-year growth? Is the company overstating or understating market share and/or growth? Can the company scale its operations as it grows? List major facts and assumptions Are the assumptions believable and achievable? Slide Time Approximately 01:30 to describe the financial projections

Management Team and Advisory Board: 

Management Team and Advisory Board Purpose is to build investor confidence with team Credentials, proven track record Expose skill and experience gaps Provide a list of the company’s leadership team Include name, position, experience Provide a list of company advisors Include name, experience Slide Time Approximately 01:00 to describe the management team and advisors

Funding: 

Funding What funding has the company received to date? Amounts and sources How much money is the company currently seeking? How will the funds be used? Show key milestones Anticipated future funding rounds What are the exit strategies for the company? Slide Time Approximately 01:00 to describe the funding requirements

Summary: 

Summary What do you want your audience to remember about the company? Strengths of company Marketable product or service Business and revenue model Customers and sales pipeline Intellectual property Management team Other… Slide Time Approximately 00:30 to summarize the presentation