Investor Pitch Planner
One-line request → Complete fundraising pitch deck outline: Through a structured SOP workflow, transform startup project information into a fundraising pitch deck outline covering six core modules — Problem → Solution → Market → Business Model → Team → The Ask — with data visualization recommendations for each module.
Quick Start
Simply provide a basic project description, and the Agent will automatically generate a fundraising pitch deck outline following this workflow:
User: We built a smart financial SaaS for SMBs and want to raise a Pre-A round
Agent: [Outputs a complete pitch deck outline following the SOP workflow]
SOP Workflow
Phase 1: Project Information Gathering
Objective: Extract core information needed to build the pitch deck outline from the user's description.
Steps:
- Parse the project description: Identify the industry, target audience, product form, and development stage
- Ask clarifying questions (up to 5 key questions):
- What core pain point does the project solve? How do target users currently cope with this problem? - What stage is the product at? (Concept / MVP ready / Paying customers) - What key business metrics can you share? (User count, revenue, growth rate, retention rate, etc.) - What are the core team members' backgrounds? (Especially industry-relevant experience) - What is the target fundraising amount and intended use of funds?
- If the user asks to skip clarification, proceed with reasonable assumptions and flag them in the "Information To Be Provided" section of the outline
Output: Project information summary (under 200 words)
Phase 2: Problem Definition (Problem)
Objective: Clearly define the pain point faced by target users, helping investors feel the problem's reality and urgency.
Steps:
- Pain point description:
- Summarize the core pain point in one sentence - Describe how target users currently solve the problem and the shortcomings of existing approaches - Quantify the pain point's impact (time cost, financial loss, efficiency loss, etc.)
- Suggested outline content:
- Core pain point statement (1 sentence) - Current state description (how users cope today) - Scale and impact of the pain point
- Data visualization recommendations:
| Data Type |
Presentation Format |
Notes |
| Scale of affected users |
Large-font number + brief annotation |
e.g., "32 million SMBs face this problem" |
| Shortcomings of existing solutions |
Comparison table (Current vs. Ideal) |
Highlight the gap |
| Losses caused by the pain point |
Single key figure |
e.g., "Each company wastes $XX per year on average" |
Output: Problem module outline + data visualization recommendations
Phase 3: Solution (Solution)
Objective: Show how the product solves the problem defined in Phase 2, highlighting differentiated value.
Steps:
- Solution description:
- Explain what the product is and what it does in one sentence - List 3 core features/value propositions (no more than 3 — stay focused) - Explain differentiation from existing solutions
- Suggested outline content:
- One-line product positioning - Core value propositions (3 points) - Product demo/screenshot talking points - Before-and-after user comparison
- Data visualization recommendations:
| Data Type |
Presentation Format |
Notes |
| Product impact comparison |
Before / After comparison |
e.g., "Processing time reduced from 3 days to 2 hours" |
| Core feature highlights |
Icon + keyword + one-line description |
3 features displayed side by side |
| User feedback/case studies |
Quote cards (avatar + quote + role) |
1–2 real user testimonials |
Output: Solution module outline + data visualization recommendations
Phase 4: Market Analysis (Market)
Objective: Demonstrate that the market is large enough and growing fast enough to warrant investor attention.
Steps:
- Market size estimation:
- TAM (Total Addressable Market): How large is the entire market - SAM (Serviceable Available Market): The market you can reach - SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market): The market you can capture in the near term - Cite data sources (industry reports, public data; if self-estimated, state the assumptions)
- Market trends:
- 2–3 key trends driving market growth - Opportunity windows created by policy, technology, or behavioral shifts
- Competitive landscape:
- Key competitors (2–4) and their positioning - Your differentiated positioning
- Suggested outline content:
- TAM/SAM/SOM figures - Market growth trends - Competitive positioning
- Data visualization recommendations:
| Data Type |
Presentation Format |
Notes |
| TAM/SAM/SOM |
Concentric circles or funnel chart |
Large to small, each layer labeled with amount and calculation basis |
| Market growth rate |
Line chart or CAGR figure |
e.g., "25% CAGR" |
| Competitive landscape |
2×2 matrix |
Choose two key dimensions to position yourself against competitors |
| Market trends |
Icon-labeled trend list |
2–3 trends, each with a one-liner |
Output: Market module outline + data visualization recommendations
Phase 5: Business Model (Business Model)
Objective: Explain how the business makes money and grows, giving investors confidence in the commercial viability.
Steps:
- Revenue model:
- Primary revenue streams (subscriptions / transaction fees / advertising / value-added services, etc.) - Pricing strategy and average revenue per user/contract - If multiple revenue streams exist, state priorities
- Key metrics (select based on project stage):
- Early stage: User growth rate, retention rate, customer acquisition cost (CAC) - Growth stage: Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR), Customer Lifetime Value (LTV), LTV/CAC ratio - Mature stage: Gross margin, net margin, unit economics
- Growth flywheel:
- Describe the core growth engine (product-led / sales-led / channel-led) - Potential for network effects or economies of scale
- Suggested outline content:
- Revenue model overview - Key business metrics - Growth strategy
- Data visualization recommendations:
| Data Type |
Presentation Format |
Notes |
| Revenue model |
Flowchart or revenue structure diagram |
Clearly show where the money comes from |
| Key metrics |
KPI dashboard style |
3–5 core numbers in large font |
| Growth trends |
Bar chart (monthly/quarterly) |
Show revenue or user growth curves |
| Unit economics |
Simplified formula diagram |
e.g., "LTV $X > CAC $Y, payback period Z months" |
Output: Business model module outline + data visualization recommendations
Phase 6: Team (Team)
Objective: Show that the team has the capability to execute the plan, boosting investor confidence.
Steps:
- Core team:
- List 3–5 core members - For each: Name/title, role, key background (one sentence) - Highlight experience relevant to the project (industry expertise, technical skills, past successes)
- Team strengths:
- Complementary skills (technical + business + industry connections) - Unique advantages (why this team is the right one to build this)
- Advisors/investor endorsements (if applicable):
- Notable advisors or early investors
- Suggested outline content:
- Core team profiles - Team highlights - Advisor/endorsement information
- Data visualization recommendations:
| Data Type |
Presentation Format |
Notes |
| Core team |
Avatar + name + role + one-line background |
3–5 people displayed in a row |
| Team experience |
Key number badges |
e.g., "50+ combined years of industry experience", "3 successful exits" |
| Advisors/endorsements |
Logo wall or quote cards |
Well-known institutions or individuals |
Output: Team module outline + data visualization recommendations
Phase 7: Fundraising Ask (The Ask)
Objective: Clearly tell investors how much money you need, what it will be used for, and what milestones it will achieve.
Steps:
- Fundraising details:
- Amount being raised this round - Round designation (Angel / Pre-A / A / B, etc.) - Equity offered (if applicable)
- Use of funds:
- Allocation by percentage (e.g., Product R&D 40%, Marketing 30%, Team expansion 20%, Operating reserve 10%) - Explain the specific purpose of each allocation
- Milestone roadmap:
- 3–5 key milestones for the 12–18 months following the raise - Each milestone includes: timeline, objective, measurable metric
- Suggested outline content:
- Fundraising amount and round - Fund allocation breakdown - 12–18 month milestones
- Data visualization recommendations:
| Data Type |
Presentation Format |
Notes |
| Use of funds |
Pie chart or donut chart |
Clearly show each allocation's percentage and amount |
| Milestone roadmap |
Timeline graphic |
Horizontal timeline with key milestones and targets |
| Target metrics |
Current → Target comparison |
e.g., "Users: 5,000 → 50,000" |
Output: Fundraising ask module outline + data visualization recommendations
Phase 8: Outline Assembly & Output
Objective: Assemble outputs from the previous seven phases into a complete pitch deck outline document.
Pitch Deck Outline Template:
# [Project Name] - Fundraising Pitch Deck Outline
> Round: [Fundraising Round] | Date: [Current Date]
> Status: Draft Outline
---
## 1. Problem
### Key Points
- Core pain point: [one sentence]
- Current state: [how users cope today]
- Pain point scale: [quantified impact]
### Data Visualization Recommendations
[Phase 2 data visualization table]
### Presentation Tips
- Suggested slides: 1–2
- Key visual elements: [specific recommendations]
---
## 2. Solution
### Key Points
- Product positioning: [one sentence]
- Core value propositions:
1. [Value point 1]
2. [Value point 2]
3. [Value point 3]
- Differentiation: [how it differs from competitors]
### Data Visualization Recommendations
[Phase 3 data visualization table]
### Presentation Tips
- Suggested slides: 2–3 (including product screenshots/demo)
- Key visual elements: [specific recommendations]
---
## 3. Market
### Key Points
- TAM: [amount + calculation basis]
- SAM: [amount + calculation basis]
- SOM: [amount + calculation basis]
- Growth trends: [2–3 key trends]
- Competitive landscape: [key competitors + your positioning]
### Data Visualization Recommendations
[Phase 4 data visualization table]
### Presentation Tips
- Suggested slides: 2
- Key visual elements: [specific recommendations]
---
## 4. Business Model
### Key Points
- Revenue model: [how it makes money]
- Key metrics: [3–5 core KPIs]
- Growth strategy: [core growth engine]
### Data Visualization Recommendations
[Phase 5 data visualization table]
### Presentation Tips
- Suggested slides: 1–2
- Key visual elements: [specific recommendations]
---
## 5. Team
### Key Points
- Core members: [3–5 bios]
- Team highlights: [why this team]
- Advisors/endorsements: [if applicable]
### Data Visualization Recommendations
[Phase 6 data visualization table]
### Presentation Tips
- Suggested slides: 1
- Key visual elements: [specific recommendations]
---
## 6. The Ask
### Key Points
- Fundraising amount: [amount + round]
- Use of funds: [percentage allocation]
- Key milestones: [3–5 milestones]
### Data Visualization Recommendations
[Phase 7 data visualization table]
### Presentation Tips
- Suggested slides: 1–2
- Key visual elements: [specific recommendations]
---
## Appendix
### Information To Be Provided
- [ ] [Data or information the user still needs to supply]
### Overall Deck Recommendations
- Suggested total slides: 10–15
- Suggested presentation length: 10–15 minutes
- Style recommendation: [based on industry and round]
Document output requirements:
- All data visualization recommendations use Markdown tables
- Each module includes three sections: Key Points + Data Visualization Recommendations + Presentation Tips
- Use the actual current date
- Data sources must be cited (public data / industry report / internal company data / estimate)
Workflow Control Rules
Interaction Mode Selection
Choose a mode based on how detailed the user's input is:
| User Input |
Mode |
Behavior |
| Just one sentence (< 50 words) |
Guided mode |
Run Phase 1 questions, wait for answers before proceeding |
| Some detail (50–200 words) |
Semi-automatic mode |
Ask 2–3 key questions while starting to build the framework |
| Detailed project description (> 200 words) |
Fully automatic mode |
Start directly from Phase 2, skip information gathering |
| User says "just write it / don't ask" |
Express mode |
Output a complete outline based on reasonable assumptions |
Quality Checklist
Before outputting the final pitch deck outline, verify each item:
Adjustments by Fundraising Round
| Round |
Focus Modules |
Data Requirements |
Style |
| Angel |
Problem + Solution + Team |
More assumptions acceptable; emphasize vision |
Concise and punchy, under 10 slides |
| Pre-A / Series A |
Market + Business Model + Metrics |
Early business data for validation required |
Data-driven, 12–15 slides |
| Series B+ |
Business Model + Financials + Growth |
Complete financial data required |
Professional and rigorous, 15–20 slides |
Iterative Refinement
If the user provides feedback on the outline:
- Identify which module the feedback applies to
- Re-execute from the corresponding Phase
- Cascade updates to all downstream content
- Keep data visualization recommendations consistent with the content
Reference Methodologies
This SOP incorporates the following fundraising presentation methodologies:
- Guy Kawasaki 10/20/30 Rule: 10 slides, 20-minute presentation, 30-point font
- Sequoia Capital Pitch Deck Template: The classic Problem → Solution → Market → Business Model structure
- Y Combinator Application Framework: Emphasis on problem definition and traction data
- TAM/SAM/SOM Framework: Three-tier market sizing methodology
- Unit Economics: Core metrics including LTV, CAC, and payback period