The Post-Pitch Podcast: Innovative Lipstick Design Wins $10K Investment

Esoes (pronounced S-O-S) is a cosmetics company with a unique and powerful mission. Founded by Joy Hoover, a mother of two girls, the lipstick is...

Esoes (pronounced S-O-S) is a cosmetics company with a unique and powerful mission. Founded by Joy Hoover, a mother of two girls, the lipstick is designed to help women caught in violent encounters or stuck in situations where they suspect their drink may have been spiked. The lipstick holder has a button that when activated, connects to an app to send customized communications to loved ones or police to get help. Also inside the holder are two test strips that can be dipped into a drink to check for the presence of benzodiazepine, a drug commonly used in date rape crimes. Joy pitched her product on a recent episode of Elevator Pitch, and the investors were so impressed with her take-charge spirit and the importance of her company's mission that they granted her a $10,000 cash prize made possible by Amazon Business. Following her successful ride in the elevator and boardroom meeting, Joy sat down with the host of the Post-Pitch Podcast to discuss how she developed her winning pitch, and her plans for scaling her business. Listen in to learn: How she recovered her thoughts when her nerves threatened to tank her pitch. How she is exploring alternative partnerships and strategic options even if a direct investment isn't secured. The value of investors' marketing and operational experience over their money. Her plans to expand the product line utilizing equity crowdfunding. How social media is aligning customers and investors with the company's mission. Follow @esoescosmetics to learn more.

What Should You Value More — An Investor's Money or Their Experience?

On this episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," a contestant has a very tough decision to make: Take the big money now, or gamble on bigger...

On this episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," a contestant has a very tough decision to make: Take the big money now, or gamble on bigger money later. On Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, every contestant is just 60 seconds away from a rise to greatness or a fall from glory. By the end of these nail-biting, stomach-churning episodes, some entrepreneurs walk away with business-boosting investments, and some go home empty-handed. You never know how your nerves will hold up when it is your time to pitch, and if you get into the boardroom, you never know what kind of questions you will face or what problems will pop up. And on this week's episode, one entrepreneur faces what is considered to be a good problem to have: two investors battling for their business. One offers more money; one offers more experience. Which would you value more? See which way they go on the new episode of Elevator Pitch, streaming now!

The Post-Pitch Podcast: This 19-Year-Old College Student's Invention Landed a $10,000 Investment

David Fleming was plagued with migraines throughout his childhood, which significantly impacted his ability to attend school and have a normal social life. Frustrated with...

David Fleming was plagued with migraines throughout his childhood, which significantly impacted his ability to attend school and have a normal social life. Frustrated with the lack of help he found from taking various medicines, he got to work on his own product called Releevum, a device that administers suboccipital release therapy, which is a technique frequently used by chiropractors and massage therapists. Using Releevum led to a notable improvement in David's academic performance, including his acceptance to Yale University and two intense appearances on "American Ninja Warrior" and now he wants to bring it to the masses to help others. After pitching his business on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, he is one step closer to his goal, having secured a $10,000 prize made possible by Amazon Business. Following his successful ride in the Entrepreneur Elevator, David sat down to speak about the genesis, development and growth of his product, hitting on several topics including: Running a successful crowdfunding campaign: Reelevum conducted a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo, raising over $25,000 from 200 backers through pre-orders for the product. Growing a startup: The immediate next steps for Reelevum involve securing additional investments for tooling, manufacturing, and clinical trials to further develop and bring the product to market. Forming strategic partnerships: How David is conducting outreach to partners who can provide not only financial support but also contribute to the overall success and growth of Reelevum. Developing a robust social media presence: Reelevum can be found on various social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, under the handle @releevum. The power of a mission statement: David's overarching goal with Releevum is to make a positive difference in people's lives by offering a solution for migraine relief and prevention. The clarity and focus of the mission have been key to his fundraising and development efforts.

Would You Give This Former Hacker Your Money?

On the new episode of "Elevator Pitch," our investors need to contend with some serious trust issues. Tech entrepreneurs face a particular obstacle: how do...

On the new episode of "Elevator Pitch," our investors need to contend with some serious trust issues. Tech entrepreneurs face a particular obstacle: how do you explain your complex solution to a complicated problem in simple terms that all investors can understand? It isn't easy — but nothing is easy when you sign up to appear on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch. This is the show where entrepreneurs have just 60 seconds to pitch their company to a board of investors in the hopes of landing a life-changing investment. One tech founder wows the board with his 60 seconds but leaves some heads a bit scrambled. "I need the fifth-grade explanation of that pitch!" laughs Pinky Cole, founder and CEO of Slutty Vegan. Marc Randolph, co-founder of Netflix, agrees: "You're not the only one feeling a little lost — he managed to fit more buzzwords into that minute than I've ever heard before." Can he overcome this hurdle, plus the small question of whether or not he has a criminal background? Find out by watching the new episode of Elevator Pitch!

The Post-Pitch Podcast: Are There Second Chances in the Boardroom?

Brandon Storms, founder and CEO of Retavo, is here to encourage entrepreneurs to never ever give up. Last season on “Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch,” Brandon struggled...

Brandon Storms, founder and CEO of Retavo, is here to encourage entrepreneurs to never ever give up. Last season on “Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch,” Brandon struggled in the elevator and went home empty-handed. Afterward, he went through a rigorous pitching boot camp and returned to try his luck one more time. Listen in to learn how it went, and to get further insights into the day-to-day of a tech entrepreneur’s life. Learn: The advice he got that transformed his pitch How body language and simplifying your delivery make a big impact on investors How to work with digital marketers to target your audience How to tap inner strength and work through setbacks as an entrepreneur Learn more about Brandon’s business at retavo.io

The Post-Pitch Podcast: How This Healthy Food App Scored a $250K Investment

Bitewell calls itself the world’s first digital food pharmacy. After a super-successful ride in the elevator and showdown in the boardroom on “Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch,”...

Bitewell calls itself the world’s first digital food pharmacy. After a super-successful ride in the elevator and showdown in the boardroom on “Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch,” co-founder Sam Citro sat down to discuss the origins of the app and her strategy for securing life-changing funding. Listen to learn: The value of relationships and connections that come with the right investors The challenges of entering the food industry Strategies for engaging users, including incentivizing customers with free food offers How to develop a subscription model The power of potential collaborations with other companies, including bundling opportunities The ROI of investing in food as a means to improve overall health and reduce healthcare costs Learn more at bitewell.com

The Post Pitch Podcast: Smoothie-Making Robots Whip Up a Money-Making Recipe

After scoring a deal on "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," the founders of Smoodi (the world's first robotic self-cleaning smoothie machine) sat down to discuss their pitching...

After scoring a deal on "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," the founders of Smoodi (the world's first robotic self-cleaning smoothie machine) sat down to discuss their pitching and business success strategies. Listen and discover how these two friends built a business that has generated $1.7 million in sales. Plus, they explain how they were able to navigate the quick turns that negotiations can take in the "Elevator Pitch" boardroom, and share their advice for anyone who is trying to fund their dream business. From ideation to marketing to good old-fashioned hard work, these two entrepreneurs share a lot you can learn from. Learn more:Instagram and TikTok: @getsmoodi Facebook: Smoodi Website: www.getsmoodi.com

That Was Ridiculous!' See What Left One Investor Exasperated

Learn the words that no investor wants to hear on the latest episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch." This season on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, we've witnessed...

Learn the words that no investor wants to hear on the latest episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch." This season on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, we've witnessed a steady stream of contestants who dream of making it to the top floor. All they need to do? Nail their 60-second pitch. We've seen countless entrepreneurs earn the chance to enter the boardroom with the chance to seal a life-changing deal or win cash prizes from Amazon to get their business to the next level. Some walk out victorious; some must pick themselves up to fight another day. In this episode, a new group shows up to try their luck in the elevator. Will they succeed in reaching new heights at the press of a button? Or will they freeze up at the moment of truth? Listen and see what happens on an all-new episode! Investor Takeaways:  Investors want to put their money into great projects. Give them all the reasons they need to believe in you. Show your passion! Investors want to see that you can fight through adversity. Practice, practice, practice — you'll be happy you can do your pitch in your sleep when the lights and nerves hit.

It Was All Going Great Until Someone Said the F-Word.

In this episode of "Elevator Pitch," our investors are fired up. Can contestants take the heat as they attempt to secure funding for their dream...

In this episode of "Elevator Pitch," our investors are fired up. Can contestants take the heat as they attempt to secure funding for their dream businesses? Investor Takeaways: - Seeking investment very early in your business presents challenges to investors. - You want a focused market — investors don't like a shotgun approach when acquiring customers. - Don't leave investors guessing about how you see their role in your future operations.

Can These Entrepreneurs Turn Their Flops Into Fortune?

On this special episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' contestants get a rare shot at redemption. The elevator welcomes back a few familiar faces who were...

On this special episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' contestants get a rare shot at redemption. The elevator welcomes back a few familiar faces who were sent back down to the bottom floor their first time around. Before returning to the elevator, these three entrepreneurs were put through an intensive pitching boot camp on Entrepreneur's mini-series, Fix My Pitch, led by legendary TV pitchman Anthony Sullivan and business coach Tina Frey. Find out if their hard work pays off — literally. Will these entrepreneurs get redemption and life-changing investments? Or are they in for another round of crushing disappointment? Listen now!

Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Made a Surprise Move That Stunned Investors

You never know what is going to happen when big ideas and big money collide. As we learn in this episode, pitch meetings can be...

You never know what is going to happen when big ideas and big money collide. As we learn in this episode, pitch meetings can be pretty unpredictable. A simple word or phrase can change everything on a dime — sometimes for the best and sometimes for the worst. Our contestants also get a lesson in long-term success from investor Marc Randolph, who has this to say: "Customers shouldn't come and go, they should come and stay. So look for ways to turn your customer base into a community with social media, in-person events or inviting customers to join an advisory board. You will not only gain valuable insights, but you will turn your customers into your no. 1 fans."

Did a Giant Dancing Pineapple Just Jump Into This Meeting?

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 10 kicks off with lots of drama, lots of money and one large piece of fruit! Find out which entrepreneurs walk...

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 10 kicks off with lots of drama, lots of money and one large piece of fruit! Find out which entrepreneurs walk out with a life-changing deal. Watch as our board of investors is asked for something that no entrepreneur has ever requested, and see why an entrepreneur is called back into the boardroom after being sent down for the first time in show history. Oh, and we should mention that a giant walking pineapple makes an appearance. Watch it all happen — and gain valuable insights on pitching your business — on the exciting season 10 premiere of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch!

Is His Business About to Gobble Up Uber Eats and DoorDash?

On the season nine finale of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," find out what happens when entrepreneurs with big ideas meet investors with big money. You...

On the season nine finale of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," find out what happens when entrepreneurs with big ideas meet investors with big money. You can have an amazing product, plenty of sales and great traction, but none of that means anything if you're pitching the wrong person. So says Marc Randolph on the season nine finale of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch. "Don't waste your time on somebody who is never going to bite," he cautions. It's great advice, but luckily for this week's contestants, not an issue they'll need to contend with. It's the last episode of an epic season of Elevator Pitch, and our board of investors is eager to sink their teeth into some tasty deals. As always, this week's entrepreneurs were challenged to step into an elevator and win over investors in just 60 seconds. Some of our contestants on this week's episode got through the elevator doors and into the boardroom, where they scored life-changing deals. And others...did not.

Can Mushrooms Save the World? Tune into This Episode of 'Elevator Pitch' to Find Out.

On this latest episode, find out how a new consumer lifestyle brand has investors mushrooming with interest.

On this latest episode, find out how a new consumer lifestyle brand has investors mushrooming with interest.

Is It a One-Hit Wonder or Can This Mom's Business Scale?

On the new episode of "Elevator Pitch," find out how much investors are willing to bet on first-time founders. "I love seeing first-time entrepreneurs, but...

On the new episode of "Elevator Pitch," find out how much investors are willing to bet on first-time founders. "I love seeing first-time entrepreneurs, but what I love even more is seeing two- and three-time entrepreneurs who have had successful exits!" So says investor Kim Perell on this new episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, where we learn if contestants with a track record of success can find their way into our panel members' hearts (and wallets) faster than first-timers. Although Kim is impressed with a contestant's history of wins, investor Jonathan Huang isn't quite as sold. "Just because you had an exit doesn't mean you were successful," he notes. This is another episode packed with lessons that anyone hoping to fund their dream business needs to learn. As long-time viewers know, every episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch gives contestants the chance to step into an elevator and try to win over investors in just 60 seconds. If they blow it? It's back to the drawing board. But if the pitch goes great, life-changing money is on the table.

This Is a Real Bloodbath!' Watch the New Intense Episode of 'Elevator Pitch'

Our board of investors has plenty of money — but they don't have a ton of patience for contestants who step into the elevator unprepared...

Our board of investors has plenty of money — but they don't have a ton of patience for contestants who step into the elevator unprepared to seize the moment. "When you're in that elevator, you've got only sixty seconds to make your case, so don't waste that time," says Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph. "Make it easy for me to understand what you're selling and why I should care. Because if that 60 seconds is up and you're not all the way there? That elevator is as far as you're going to get." Find out what got Randolph so hot under the collar, and see other missteps that sent aspiring entrepreneurs back to the basement on this intense episode of Elevator Pitch. "This has been a real bloodbath!" says investor Kim Perrell. "Sometimes pitches get stitches."

She Ditched a Corporate Career and Bet on Herself. Did It Pay Off?

Let's just say an investor with a history of building and selling multimillion-dollar companies offers you a $100,000 investment in your business, but you want...

Let's just say an investor with a history of building and selling multimillion-dollar companies offers you a $100,000 investment in your business, but you want $150,00. Do you have the guts to ask for more? That's the question that one contestant must face on this week's episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the show where entrepreneurs step into an elevator and have just 60 seconds to win over investors. If the pitch goes great, they continue into the boardroom to try to seal a deal. If they choke? They get sent back down, game over.

Who Wants to Invest in a Healthier Pair of Underwear?

On this episode of 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' things get very up close and personal in the boardroom.

On this episode of 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' things get very up close and personal in the boardroom.

Looking for Investment? These Are the Magic Words Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Wants to Hear in a Pitch.

On every episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, we learn new lessons about what gets investors' attention and what leaves them yawning. During this week's show,...

On every episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, we learn new lessons about what gets investors' attention and what leaves them yawning. During this week's show, Marc Randolph, the co-founder of Netflix, explains that touting your ability to get new customers is fine, but what gets him excited is if you can figure out how to keep them. "The one-and-done model is the surest sign to me that you're going to piss away all of my money," he says. "But build a machine that can get the same customer to come back to buy over and over and over again? Well that my friend is lifetime value, and now you're speaking my language."

Watch These Two Guys Score a $150K Investment in 60 Seconds

Welcome back, Elevator Pitchers! This is the premiere episode of season nine, and it kicks off with big ideas and big money. But before we...

Welcome back, Elevator Pitchers! This is the premiere episode of season nine, and it kicks off with big ideas and big money. But before we get into the details of what went down, let's have a quick reminder of the rules: Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is a thrilling and dynamic television show that brings together aspiring entrepreneurs and a panel of seasoned investors looking for the next big thing. Season 9 of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is presented by Amazon Business with support from State Farm. 

Would You Say No to a $2 Million Investment Offer?

On this episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' things go very, very big. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator...

On this episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' things go very, very big. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment.

The Surprise Move That Resulted in a $100K Investment

On this episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' one entrepreneur literally moves our board of investors. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step...

On this episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' one entrepreneur literally moves our board of investors. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment. Hear a new episode of Entrepreneur #ElevatorPitch every Wednesday.

Will a Professional Mermaid's Business Idea Sink or Swim?

Our investors think there's something fishy about her concept on the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged...

Our investors think there's something fishy about her concept on the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment. Watch a new episode of Entrepreneur #ElevatorPitch every Wednesday.

Here's How Investors Can Tell If You Are as Passionate as You Say You Are

On this bank-breaking episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' see who gets funding and who gets called out by our investors former NFL-player Brandon Marshall, first CEO...

On this bank-breaking episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' see who gets funding and who gets called out by our investors former NFL-player Brandon Marshall, first CEO of Netflix Marc Randolph and serial entrepreneur Kim Perell. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment.

A Pitch That Results in Life-Changing Investment and a Lot of Tears

Emotions and investment dollars run hot on the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and...

Emotions and investment dollars run hot on the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment. Watch a new episode of Entrepreneur #ElevatorPitch every Wednesday.

Here's the Difference Between a Pitch That Gets $100,000 Investment and One That Gets Zero

On the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch' the money is moving! In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their...

On the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch' the money is moving! In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment.

What Do You Do When an Investor Suddenly Changes the Terms Mid-Deal?

Learn the finer points of pitching and deal-making in the new episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch. It's episode two of the new season of Entrepreneur...

Learn the finer points of pitching and deal-making in the new episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch. It's episode two of the new season of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, and the deals are flowing. In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their business on camera to a board of investors in 60 seconds or less. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment.

Listen to the Pitch That Landed a $175,000 Investment

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is back, and the money is flowing! Welcome back to an all-new season of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the show where entrepreneurs step...

Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is back, and the money is flowing! Welcome back to an all-new season of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the show where entrepreneurs step into an elevator and have just 60 seconds to pitch their business on camera to a board of investors. If the investors like what they hear, the elevator doors open to reveal the boardroom, and contestants have the chance to walk away with life-changing funding, mentorship from the smartest minds in business and a personal and brand-defining moment. This season we went big — big dreams, big drama and big money! Our investors have their ears and checkbooks open for the next great pitch.

She Brought a Baby to the Boardroom While Asking for $1 Million. There's No Way That Worked...Right?

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features founders with all sorts of fascinating backgrounds. One entrepreneur claims a 9-figure sale of his last business while another has...

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features founders with all sorts of fascinating backgrounds. One entrepreneur claims a 9-figure sale of his last business while another has only been in business for six months. Another entrepreneur has put 12 years into his business and now needs investment. For what he doesn't make quite clear. But perhaps the most interesting background comes from Amy Beckley of Proov (a tech company that monitors women's hormone levels to optimize fertility), who appeared on the first season of Elevator Pitch.   

You've Got a Great Invention. Now How Do You Get People to Buy It?

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features a founder with 20 years of experience in her industry...and an entrepreneur who's only 12 years old. The businesses on...

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features a founder with 20 years of experience in her industry...and an entrepreneur who's only 12 years old. The businesses on this episode are just as varied, spanning from fast food and mental health to job placement and fitness. Like most startups, each founder and business have some weaknesses and concerns for our investors: entrepreneur Shaun Neff, angel investor Kim Perell and Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph. 

This Is the No. 1 Mistake You Can Make When Pitching Investors

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features pitches from minority founders in the finance, beauty, cannabis and beverage industries. Some of the founders have years of experience with starting...

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features pitches from minority founders in the finance, beauty, cannabis and beverage industries. Some of the founders have years of experience with starting ventures and raising funds, while others are pitching in front of cameras for the first time. Regardless of their previous experience, every person in our elevator has to stare down the ticking clock and battle their nerves to deliver a succinct and compelling 60-second pitch. 

These Founders Started Their Company With a $300 Investment. They've Now Done $1 Million in Profits.

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features female founders from the travel, beauty, and fashion industries. Each pitch offers something new and intriguing: One startup founder claims...

This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features female founders from the travel, beauty, and fashion industries. Each pitch offers something new and intriguing: One startup founder claims a valuation upward of $20 million, another boasts $5 million in sales and another uses an "off the cuff" style that she believes provides a more genuine pitch. But will those big numbers and surprising styles be enough to overcome their companies' weak points, like an overcrowded marketplace or an untested product? 

Hear the 60-Second Pitch That Landed a $500,000 Investment

On this week's episode of Elevator Pitch, some SBOs are seasoned pros who have already built and sold businesses, while others have yet to complete their...

On this week's episode of Elevator Pitch, some SBOs are seasoned pros who have already built and sold businesses, while others have yet to complete their first product. But one trait they all share in common, however, is not being shy about having bold asks. More than one startup founder asks for a seven-figure investment from our panel of investors, which includes entrepreneur Shaun Neff, angel investor Kim Perrell and Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph.  

Can a Sex-Enhancement Product Score a $100K Deal in 60 Seconds?

On this week's episode of Elevator Pitch, our panel of investors watches pitches on a wide range of industries, from sexual wellness to fashion, personal health and...

On this week's episode of Elevator Pitch, our panel of investors watches pitches on a wide range of industries, from sexual wellness to fashion, personal health and technology. While the products are diverse, one thing is the same: it is nerve-wracking to deliver a clear, informative pitch in just 60 seconds. Some use attention-grabbing gimmicks to start their presentation, like talking about pooping their pants as a way to start a conversation about irritable bowel syndrome. Others use a cliffhanger at the end of the pitch, hoping to draw the investors' attention. 

Why Did Our Investors Throw Out 3 Entrepreneurs Mid-Pitch?

It’s a new week, so you know what that means: An all NEW Elevator Pitch is here, and you won’t want to miss this week’s...

It’s a new week, so you know what that means: An all NEW Elevator Pitch is here, and you won’t want to miss this week’s exciting episode. While the ascent to our boardroom of investors is high for our four startups, the stakes and tension have never been higher. Watch as entrepreneurs pitching food-waste, children’s education, noise-canceling technology and solar-panel companies race against the clock to impress our three investors. Who is able to strike a deal, and whose business proposal is declared a “waste of time” by our judges? This episode is powered by ASU's Innovation Open, an annual competition for the world’s top collegiate tech ventures. Each startup you'll see on this episode is a previous Innovation Open winner.  Learn more at ASU.io

My Name Is ...

What would you do if you flubbed your introduction during a high-stakes pitch?

What would you do if you flubbed your introduction during a high-stakes pitch?

'Imagine If Jimi Hendrix and Beethoven Got Together for an Epic Jam'

This episode of our weekly pitch show features guitarists, dentists and deals.

This episode of our weekly pitch show features guitarists, dentists and deals.

Michigan's Best Business Ventures

This week's episode of our pitch show only features entrepreneurs from the great state of Michigan.

This week's episode of our pitch show only features entrepreneurs from the great state of Michigan.

'Is Ryan Reynolds One of Our Co-Founders?'

Will anyone earn an investment for their business on this episode of our weekly pitch show?

Will anyone earn an investment for their business on this episode of our weekly pitch show?

'This Has Never Happened in the History of Elevator Pitch'

This female-focused episode of our weekly pitch show features fascinating ideas and investments from successful women in industries like mental wellness, medicine and fashion.

This female-focused episode of our weekly pitch show features fascinating ideas and investments from successful women in industries like mental wellness, medicine and fashion.

'Never Say That Again!'

On this weekly pitch show, we see companies in a wide array of industries, six-figure offers and a cringey tagline from one of the judges.

On this weekly pitch show, we see companies in a wide array of industries, six-figure offers and a cringey tagline from one of the judges.

How Does It Feel to Make a Million-Dollar Deal?

The third episode of season six features all minority-owned businesses in the cannabis, clothing and esports industries.

The third episode of season six features all minority-owned businesses in the cannabis, clothing and esports industries.

'Be Honest, Were You Insulted by That Offer?'

This 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' episode features engaged co-founders, cannabis products and a $1 million ask.

This 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' episode features engaged co-founders, cannabis products and a $1 million ask.

What Could You Build With Another $500,000?

The premiere episode of our weekly pitch show's sixth season begins with space-saving gardens, a healthcare startup and, that's right, a multi-million dollar sexual wellness...

The premiere episode of our weekly pitch show's sixth season begins with space-saving gardens, a healthcare startup and, that's right, a multi-million dollar sexual wellness company.

'You're Going to Get Told 'No' 10,000 Times'

This episode of our weekly pitch show begins with a tense exchange between one entrepreneur and our investors.

This episode of our weekly pitch show begins with a tense exchange between one entrepreneur and our investors.

'You've Gotta Listen to Him Because of the Suit'

This episode of our weekly show starts with a strong pitch and a serious ask.

This episode of our weekly show starts with a strong pitch and a serious ask.

'You've Got 3 Seconds to Choose'

Will anyone earn an investment in this episode of our weekly pitch show?

Will anyone earn an investment in this episode of our weekly pitch show?

'Don't Stop, Come On Dude!'

The ticking clock can throw off even the most courageous entrepreneurs.

The ticking clock can throw off even the most courageous entrepreneurs.

'That Tells Me Everything I Need to Know'

The investors in our weekly pitch show hear from founders in a wide range of industries, including yoga and auto maintenance.

The investors in our weekly pitch show hear from founders in a wide range of industries, including yoga and auto maintenance.

'Where Is the CEO, the Co-Founders? Are They at Bingo?''

The green episode of our weekly pitch show features businesses in the cannabis industry.

The green episode of our weekly pitch show features businesses in the cannabis industry.

'Are You Saying You've Had $5 Million in Sales ... in 9 Months?'

Watch our panel of investors bid against one another in this episode of our weekly pitch show.

Watch our panel of investors bid against one another in this episode of our weekly pitch show.

You Have Two Different Offers, Gotta Make a Decision

This episode starts with some familiar faces ... just not the in the roles you might expect.

This episode starts with some familiar faces ... just not the in the roles you might expect.

'Things Are Not Always Going to Go According to Plan'

What would you do if you could feel yourself messing up an important pitch?

What would you do if you could feel yourself messing up an important pitch?

'Let's Make It Competitive Here'

Check out these fascinating pitches, companies and founders it out in a new episode of 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch.'

Check out these fascinating pitches, companies and founders it out in a new episode of 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch.'

'You're Going to Destroy This Entire Opportunity'

Watch our investors battle it out in a new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' Check out new episodes every Wednesday at entrepreneur.com/elevatorpitch

Watch our investors battle it out in a new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' Check out new episodes every Wednesday at entrepreneur.com/elevatorpitch

New Season, New Rules

Season 5 introduces the Wild Card and great new entrepreneurs. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on previous seasons at entrepreneur.com/elevatorpitch

Season 5 introduces the Wild Card and great new entrepreneurs. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on previous seasons at entrepreneur.com/elevatorpitch

'I'm a Failed Entrepreneur'

This episode features several rejected pitches and resilient founders. Catch up on all seasons of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Apply for Season 5 here: entm.ag/eepapply...

This episode features several rejected pitches and resilient founders. Catch up on all seasons of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Apply for Season 5 here: entm.ag/eepapply Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'It's Time to Get Rich. Let's Hear the First Pitch!'

This episode leaves one entrepreneur saying, "I probably acted a little crazy, but I was really excited." Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch...

This episode leaves one entrepreneur saying, "I probably acted a little crazy, but I was really excited." Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'If We Don't Know the Product, We Can't Invest'

The entrepreneurs in this week's episode include felons, cancer survivors and teenagers. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch...

The entrepreneurs in this week's episode include felons, cancer survivors and teenagers. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'That's a Flop'

Many of the companies in this week's episode still have a lot left to prove. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the...

Many of the companies in this week's episode still have a lot left to prove. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'This Stands for Everything I Stand Against'

Can these entrepreneurs convince the judges to invest in crowded fields like coffee and fashion? Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the...

Can these entrepreneurs convince the judges to invest in crowded fields like coffee and fashion? Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'Open the Doors, Let's Talk'

This episode features some of the best pitches in the show's history. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch...

This episode features some of the best pitches in the show's history. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

How to Make a Million-Dollar Deal

This cannabis-focused episode features maniacs, crazy profit margins and a multi-million-dollar deal. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch...

This cannabis-focused episode features maniacs, crazy profit margins and a multi-million-dollar deal. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'I Invest in People'

This episode of our weekly pitch show catches up with a pair of furniture founders from last season. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch...

This episode of our weekly pitch show catches up with a pair of furniture founders from last season. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'It Hit All the Ingredients Except a Good Product'

This episode of our weekly pitch show features all sorts of strategies, with different rates of success. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up...

This episode of our weekly pitch show features all sorts of strategies, with different rates of success. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'There's No Crying in Baseball'

In this episode of our weekly pitch show, the investors hear four strong pitches ... and one that ends in cursing. Watch new episodes every...

In this episode of our weekly pitch show, the investors hear four strong pitches ... and one that ends in cursing. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'How Does She Make Money If It's All Free?'

This episode features a lot of failed pitches, but there are lessons in every failure. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the...

This episode features a lot of failed pitches, but there are lessons in every failure. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch

'You Attacked Me!'

Our weekly pitch show is back as the investors judge whether four women are ready to take the next steps in their businesses. Watch new...

Our weekly pitch show is back as the investors judge whether four women are ready to take the next steps in their businesses. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previous season here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/watch/elevatorpitch Brought to you by Sprint Business. Visit http://sprint.com/elevatorpitch