Investor Deck
Major Milestones
This section showcases significant achievements and progress points the startup has reached in its development and operations. It includes product launches, user growth thresholds, major partnerships, funding rounds, and other notable events.
SECTION
Traction and Validation (Highly Influential)
IMPORTANCE
8
/10
Major milestones provide evidence of the startup's trajectory and capability to execute its business plan successfully. They serve as proof points that build credibility and trust with investors, indicating the startup's ability to meet targets and overcome challenges.
WHAT SHOULD BE INCLUDED:
Product Launches: Dates and details of major product releases or updates.
User Growth Milestones: Key points when user base numbers hit significant levels.
Funding Rounds: Details of capital raised, including the stage of funding and major investors.
Partnership Announcements: Information on strategic alliances that have materially impacted the business.
Regulatory Approvals: Any approvals or certifications that are crucial to the business’s operation.
TIPS
Chronological Order: Present milestones in a timeline to illustrate the company's evolution and growth over time.
Impact Highlighting: Focus on the impact of each milestone on the business’s growth and strategic direction.
Visual Elements: Use visuals like timelines or icons to make this slide engaging and easy to understand.
EXAMPLES
SpaceX: Highlights milestones like the first privately-funded spacecraft to reach the International Space Station, showcasing their pioneering role in private space travel.
Uber: Milestones such as reaching 1 billion rides or launching in a new continent, demonstrating rapid growth and scale.
Twitter: Announcing IPO as a milestone, marking its growth from a tech startup to a publicly traded company.