Pitch Practice

Perfect your pitch, gain feedback, and connect with other startups. A successful pitch presentation must evolve as your startup grows. Mastering this skill is essential for attracting investors, communicating your value proposition, building credibility, and securing partnerships. Join us to practice your pitch and receive expert feedback from the MSU Research Foundation venture team and fellow founders. This session will include: • Tips to refine your pitch and presentation skills • Constructive feedback from experts and peers • Opportunities to connect with other early-stage companies Bring the pitch you're preparing to deliver, and we'll tailor the session to provide feedback and guidance specific to your next opportunity. 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