‘I Am Your New Dumbest Friend!’ Watch the Head-Spinning Pitch That Left Investors Stunned.

On this episode of ‘Âé¶¹Éç Elevator Pitch,’ one contestant shares a brilliant idea. But is it a money-maker?

By Mackenzie Truman | Jul 17, 2024

Key Takeaways

  • Your pitch needs to give investors solid information with a hint of mystery to make them want to hear more.
  • If you are pitching with a partner, investors want to know that you have clearly defined roles and a decision-making process.
  • The golden rule when it comes to getting an investor’s attention? Don’t be boring!

Think about this: every contestant who has the guts to appear on Âé¶¹Éç Elevator Pitch is just 60 seconds away from a rise to greatness or a fall from glory. By the end of these nerve-wracking episodes, some entrepreneurs will walk away with game-changing investments, and some will go home empty-handed. Breaking out in a cold sweat yet?

And here’s the thing: even if you have what it takes to deliver a solid, confident pitch, that’s just the first hurdle. Our panel of investors is eager to see the next big thing, but they’re not shy about asking tough questions. One contestant has their leadership style called into question, and another is asked to make a decision on the spot that would result in a big investment — but also would fundamentally change their business.

Watch to see what happens on this thrill-a-minute episode of Âé¶¹Éç Elevator Pitch!

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Season 11, Episode 3 Board of Investors

  • , co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, master of scaling
  • , CEO of , serial entrepreneur and investor
  • , Owner and CEO of Morrison Seger Venture

Season 11, Episode 3 Âé¶¹Éçs

  • Ryan Lane and Xander Chase, co-founders of , a revolutionary duffle bag with the functionality of a briefcase, gym bag, and garment bag. Dedicated spaces for your shoes, laptop, and clothes.
  • Lauren Pascal, founder of , a twist on hair care that supports your locks while you sleep.
  • Anna Barnacka, founder of , a next-generation health platform powered by sound-based technology that is worn in-ear.

How to watch

Season 11 of Âé¶¹Éç Elevator Pitch is presented by Amazon Business. New episodes stream on Wednesdays on Âé¶¹Éç.com and Âé¶¹ÉçTV. Follow Âé¶¹Éç Elevator Pitch on , and .

Mackenzie Truman

Âé¶¹Éç Staff

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