How to build a great Series A pitch and deck

Janelle Tam, 19 min read

This lesson is a guide published by Y Combinator.

What you'll get

Janelle Tam, who ran YC's Series A program, explains how a Series A pitch differs from a seed pitch, since it rests on a business you've already proven, and walks through the deck slide by slide. It's only for companies planning to raise venture money, and expectations have risen since it was written in 2020.

Do this week

Draft the traction slide of a Series A deck with your real numbers, even if you don't plan to raise, and note the first question an investor would ask.