Elevator Pitch Practice

A clear and compelling elevator pitch is essential for effectively communicating your startup’s value proposition—especially when entering pitch competitions. Join us for a hands-on session to practice your pitch and get expert feedback from the MSU Research Foundation venture team and our Entrepreneurs in Residence.

This session will include:

• Tips to refine your elevator pitch and presentation skills
• Constructive feedback from experts and peers
• Opportunities to connect with early-stage companies
  
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SCALE-UP! SESSIONS:

Scale-Up! Sessions is a monthly series for startup and growth companies covering key topics like branding, customer discovery, fundraising, marketing, and more, hosted by the MSU Research Foundation. Sessions are a mix of formats, from hands-on workshops and presentations to casual networking events. Whether you're refining your pitch deck, learning about SBIR/STTR grants, or exploring sales strategies, these sessions offer practical tools and insights to help your business scale.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZER:

The MSU Research Foundation supports the Michigan State University ecosystem with resources that increase the impact of research and innovation. The Foundation achieves its mission through grant programs that contribute over $15 million annually to the University, entrepreneurial programming and early-stage investments that accelerate technology transfer and startup growth throughout Michigan, and environments where startup businesses and collaborators can thrive. The Foundation's work is made possible through its stewardship of a flexible and sustainable endowment, nourished by over 50 years of licensing revenues and investment returns. Learn more about the MSU Research Foundation and its impact at msufoundation.org

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