“The Art of the Pitch”

Cinema Innovation Night brings together people with ideas, providing an informal, non-intimidating environment for sharing ideas and connecting them to a network of resources to help set their ideas into motion. No matter how big or great an idea; it takes confidence, knowledge and a linkage to a network of people who have the ability to help turn an idea into a commercial success. Registration is only required for those who wish to present an idea.

Presentation outline:

• Time to Present: Speakers will have 5 minutes or less to highlight their product/idea to the group. There is a microphone but no visual equipment, so no PowerPoints or formal visual aides.

• Be Concise: Too many times, enthusiastic entrepreneurs present their idea or product in excruciating detail. It is essential that you communicate in such a manner that within the first two to three minutes, the audience understands.

• The Idea: What is the idea or business and the advantage? No need to share your secret sauce. Your story should be understandable to an 8th grader.

• The Team: People want to know about the passion driving the project.

• The Market: What problem does your idea solve?

• The Business Opportunity: Why is this a good opportunity?

• What is it that you need?: What do you need from the audience?

The primary purpose of Cinema Innovation Night is to provide you with an opportunity to showcase your idea or product, share your passion, establish your credibility with a captive audience and attract enough interest so they want to hear more. Your goal is to take your idea to the next step.

Good Luck!