Stop Pitching Ideas: A Radical Rethink of What Actually Excites Investors | David Dible & Mishal Howard-Taylor - Koda Konsult | eCorner

​Most founders don’t struggle to explain what they’re building. The challenge is explaining why it’s worth backing.

​This session is a radical rethink of investor pitching. Moving beyond the usual problem / solution narrative, we’ll explore what investors are actually looking for: a clear, credible story of value creation over time.

​At the centre of it is a simple idea – it’s not just about the opportunity, it’s about the intersection of you, your lived experience, and the idea itself. That combination is what builds conviction.

​Expect a fast-paced, interactive session where we unpack how investors think, why most pitches miss the mark, and how to reframe your story into something that lands.

Bringing together diverse experience across investment, entrepreneurship, scientific research and strategic business development, the session combines both investor and founder perspectives. David brings more than 40 years of experience across investment, analysis and advisory, having analysed over 2,500 companies, advised 500+ top investors and supported over $10 billion in fundraising and M&A activity.

Come ready to challenge how you think about pitching, and to pressure-test your own investment proposition.