Glossary · Fundraising
Pitch deck
A slide deck that tells your company story: problem, product, market, team, and how you will use money. It is a map for a live conversation, not a novel.
Related: Investment memo · Term sheet · Due diligence
A bit more nuance▾
- Many angels skim decks in minutes; clarity beats cleverness.
- Startup Atlas can use a deck upload as input for a memo, but the memo is a different format — tighter and more investor-shaped.
Go deeper▾
Discussion questions▾
- Which slide would you keep if you could only show one?
- What question do investors always ask that your deck does not answer yet?
Educational reference only — not legal, tax, or investment advice. Terms vary by country and deal; ask a qualified professional when it matters.