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Ask HN: Pitch deck question about team members?
Most pitch decks seem to have a section about the team, and they usually detail previous start-ups, funding, etc.
But what happens if it's your first start-up? Should I even have a team section?
- jcc80 14y agoI've never smelled a pitch deck but I'd say absolutely yes. The team section isn't just a rundown of precious startups - it's you. What have you done, built or hacked that shows these people you're someone who gets things done/they can trust with their money. It's all part of the story - what can you tell them that they'll remember & be impressed with that ties into why this idea, why you, why now. If you're thinking about not including it due to lack of confidence, that's a mistake.
- staunch 14y agoYes, you always want to talk about your team. Unless everyone is fresh out of school (and even then) you should have some history of past achievements. Ideally startup-type projects that you can show. Work you've previous done as a team is especially relevant. Investors are looking for evidence you know what you're doing. Evidence that your (marketer|designer|programmer) is a great \1.
- barrynolan 14y agoYes - and upfront. Skills, achievements, passion. They are investing in the team
- petervandijck 14y agoYes, the team slide is the first slide (before product). They're investing in you.