How to Pitch Your Startup to LA Angel Investors
May 29th, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Marcus Filipovich, Pasadena Angels
It’s time to raise money for the startup you’ve spent months getting off the ground- are you ready? Students will learn what investors look for, the different sources for raising a seed round in LA and how to tell their startups’ story. Students will also have the opportunity to test out their pitches and receive feedback from the instructor, a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor.
Student Takeaways:
- What should I look for in an investor?
- Who are the early stage investors in LA?
- What’s the process that angels use to evaluate an investment?
- What does an investor look for in a deal?
- How should I prepare for a pitch session with an angel group?
- What should I include in a pitch deck?
- How do I follow up after the pitch?
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Prerequisites:
This class is designed for entrepreneurs or startup fanatics who are looking to start a company or are preparing to fundraise in the next 12 months.
Required class materials / software:
Just bring yourself, good questions and a positive attitude.
About the Instructor:
Marcus Filipovich is the Director Emeritus of Pasadena Angels, a 100 member group of accredited investors. He is also the CEO of Ikona, a developer of mission-critical consumer and medical mobile apps. Marcus is a serial entrepreneur and active angel investor with a focus on Digital Entertainment. He holds an MBA from Carlson School, Minnesota and an M.S.E.E from MIT.
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