​So you want to build an AI startup?

​You’ll need capital. But before you can raise it, you’ll need a compelling pitch.

​Today’s market is noisier than ever. Investors are flooded with pitches for “AI for this” and “AI for that.” To make them lean in, your pitch has to feel clear, human, and memorable.

​This immersive 1-day bootcamp helps early-stage AI founders craft a fundable pitch, sharpen their story, and deliver it with confidence.

​You’re a fit for the bootcamp if…

• ​You’re a pre-seed or seed-stage AI founder gearing up to raise capital

• ​You want to maximize your chances of a successful fundraise with a clear, compelling story

• ​You’re ready to stand out from a crowded pool of AI startups competing for investor attention

• ​You want to master storytelling and pitching — skills that will elevate you not just in fundraising, but also in sales, recruiting, and leadership

​What you’ll walk away with

• ​A sharp, fundable narrative that defines the opportunity, quantifies the problem, and makes investors want to back you now

• ​Hands-on guidance from expert pitch coaches who’ve helped top founders raise $500M+

• ​Real-time presentation coaching with a Hollywood-trained communication expert to help you speak with clarity and conviction

• ​A live Pitch Simulation with expert VC guidance and immediate, actionable feedback

​Agenda

​About Presentation Mode

​Presentation Mode is the go-to pitch partner for portfolio companies of leading venture capital firms including Lerer Hippeau, Renegade Partners, Point72 Ventures, and many more.

​We’ve helped founders raise over $500M (and counting) through decks that inspire confidence and clarity.

​Meet the experts

​Carl Fudge: Lead Strategist & Founder of Presentation Mode

​Carl is the founder and CEO of Presentation Mode. Previously, he led venture incubation at IDEO, advised startups as a McKinsey consultant, and served as Head of Strategy at a healthtech startup that raised a $28M Series A. Having built and coached over 100 decks that have raised $500M+ in funding, Carl brings a unique blend of strategic insight, investor perspective, and storytelling craft to every founder he works with.

​Ann Pichestapong: Strategist

​Ann is the head of strategy at Presentation Mode, where she helps early-stage founders craft narratives that win investor attention especially in technical or complex markets. Previously, she advised Fortune 500s on business transformation as a consultant at BCG and led regional operations across five Southeast Asian markets at Alibaba. Ann brings a unique ability to translate sharp thinking into compelling pitches that get funded.

​Molly Anne Coogan: Communication Coach

​Molly is an award-winning writer, and communications expert with 20+ years of experience. She’s led storytelling and strategy projects for clients like Google and The Food Network, and consulted for creative fellowships at Warner Access and Netflix. As a communication coach, she helps founders speak with clarity and conviction delivering pitches that not only tell a compelling story but land powerfully with investors.