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SUMMARY:Business Pitch Fundamentals - April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an immersive session where you’ll learn proven techniques for creating impactful pitch decks to captivate your audience.\n\n\n\nThis in-person workshop will provide the fundamental components of an effective business pitch presentation. Learn how to captivate your audience and provide the structure of a pitch deck that will be brief but impactful. \nAttending this workshop\, you will learn: \n\nHow to create rapport and build trust with your audience\nHow to maximize your ability to convince/persuade your audience\nIntroduction to techniques on public speaking\, fundamental behaviors\, preparation/readiness\, do’s and don’ts\, projection/voice tone.\nIntroduction to a framework for a winning business pitch deck.\nAccess the VEI Business Pitch Guide with all core elements of a winning pitch deck\nPractice your 5 minute business pitch and obtain feedback from peers & mentors.\n\nApril 15h from 6pm-8pm at the @National Entrepreneur Center. \n\n>>REGISTER HERE <<
URL:https://vei.center/event/business-pitch-fundamentals-april-2026/
LOCATION:National Entrepreneur Center\, 3201 E. Colonial Drive\, Suite A20\, Orlando\, FL\, 32803\, United States
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SUMMARY:VEI Virtual Summer Launch Cohort 4 - 26 May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Apply here! For our VIRTUAL Summer 2026 Launch Cohort 4. \n\nThis cohort will introduce you to the Business Model Canvas and provide an in-depth insight into the key steps needed to build a startup. The cohort will enable participants at the idea stage or in the early stages of business development to learn how to rapidly develop and test ideas by gathering customer and marketplace feedback. Our methodology also enables participants to validate their business model by focusing on searching for pain points and unmet needs of their customers. This iterative process will enable you to quickly pivot with the goal of ultimately building the foundation for a viable business model. \nPlease note this course will be held via Zoom. \n\nRequirements: \n\nDD214 Member-4 form or VA Letter showing honorable discharge\nFlorida Resident \nVeteran or veteran spouse\n\nApplication Required: Apply here! \n\n\nVirtual via Zoom\n7 Sessions every Thursday evening\, starting March 26\, 2026.\n3 hours per session\nDates:\n\n5/26 – Intro to the Business Model Canvas\, Lean Methodology & Elevator Pitch\n5/28 – Value Proposition & Customer Segments\n6/2 – Channels & Customer Relationships\n6/4 – Revenue Streams & Key Partners\n6/9 – Key Resources & Key Activities\n6/11 – Cost Structure & Business Model Canvas Review
URL:https://vei.center/event/vei-virtual-launch-cohort-may-2026-2/
LOCATION:Online Program
CATEGORIES:Cohorts,VEI Launch
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