Competitors pitch their unique ideas to become the next big name in esports
The EsportsNext Elevator Pitch Competition represents a pioneering initiative designed to expand and build the ever-growing esports industry. The competition offers a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to present their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of seasoned industry experts, potential investors, and a broad audience of esports enthusiasts. By participating, contestants gain exposure to industry professionals and critically important relationships to guide them forward.
Perfecting Your Esports Perfect Pitch
The Esports Trade Association (ESTA) provides the opportunity for esports companies and small startups to present their best work within a short session. With only five minutes to pitch your idea, honing in on key points and perfecting your pitch can be stressful. But before you pitch your idea, take part in ESTA’s complimentary workshop: Perfecting Your Pitch!, a program that will assist candidates in developing and polishing an effective sales pitch.
“I highly recommend joining the Elevator Pitch if you need to expand your business or reach new connections,” said Rich Stein, a former participant. “The coach, Sharon Gill, was so helpful and I have been able to grow my business thanks to the lessons she offered during our class.”
Coach Sharon Gill’s prowess in the landscape of presenting an innovative and rewarding concept is spoken of in the highest regard, presenting a clear and concise message to improve participant pitch skills and confidence. Gill’s structure in her coaching is unique and hands-on, and she says she enjoys every part of her work.
“It is quite satisfying to see pitchers increase their self-confidence and clarity about their ideas with practice and coaching,” said Gill. “The other pitchers in the class also role-play as judges, so participants gain experience in having their ideas challenged, as well as affirmed.”
The three-step process is among the many memorable pieces of advice you will learn by attending the workshop, which engraves the vital idea of three key principles in the minds of entrepreneurs. The three key principles cover pre-pitch preparation, making the pitch, and post-pitch reinforcement. Grasping these three concepts and perfecting them is an integral part of your path to becoming the next big thing in the esports industry.
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Create Your Mission and Success Story
Former participants relish about their time learning and connecting with the best in the business, by networking, connecting, and building foundational relationships which are a core piece of the rising esports industry.
“The Esports Trade Association has been a great networking partner for me,” said Christopher Matthews, a former Elevator Pitch participant. “The Elevator Pitch was the perfect resource I needed to help me expand my business and tap into new connections.”
The mission and end goals are what drive this competition. While there is only one participant who is crowned with first place in the end, the opportunity to hear a multitude of different ideas, mindsets, and goals creates an atmosphere where everyone walks away from ESTA’s EsportsNext conference a winner in one way or another.
While the benefits of participating are beyond measure, the preparation to come out of this event with success takes some time. Rick Tett, the creator of the unique and powerful Glydr, a product that allows you to play video games with your feet, noted that while it takes time and effort to participate and excel, it was all worth it at the finish line.
“I initially learned about the EsportsNext 2023 conference when I was invited to be a speaker,” said Tett. “As I was registering, I found out about the pitch competition and submitted my entry. It took a lot of preparation to get the pitch down to five minutes while getting the main points across. Presenting in five minutes isn’t an easy task and being ready to go on stage and do it without notes takes effort. But it isn’t too bad when the mission of the startup has been absorbed into your bones.”
Tett went on to win the competition last year with his Glydr pitch, noting that he proudly displays the trophy he earned. From there, Glydr went on to blow by its set goal of $10,000 on Kickstarter, with a total of $83,355 in backer pledges.
The Elevator Pitch is More than Just a Contest
The Elevator Pitch Competition is more than just a contest; it is a launchpad for future leaders of the esports industry by providing the tools, connections, and exposure necessary to turn their ideas into reality. The vibrant community that lives within the world of esports will allow you to surround yourself with like-minded individuals who have similar aspirations and goals, immersing yourself in a career-changing world.
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By Colby Schikora
