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VC Research Survey
Hi! I'm doing a research for exploring how VC firms receive and analyse startup pitches and wether the process can be improved. Thank you in advance for your contribution.
1. General Information
What's the name of your VC Firm?
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What is your role within the firm?
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How many team members are involved in evaluating startup pitches?
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2. Deal Sourcing Process
How many startup pitches does your firm receive per month on average?
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What percentage of these pitches are unsolicited (cold submissions)?
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Which methods do you use to receive startup submissions? (Select all that apply)
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Which methods do you use to receive startup submissions? (Select all that apply)
How often do you encounter pitches not aligned with your investment criteria?
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3. Pitch Evaluation & Process
How long does it typically take to evaluate one startup pitch? (In minutes)
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What are the most common reasons for rejecting a pitch? (Select all that apply)
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What are the most common reasons for rejecting a pitch? (Select all that apply)
What sections of a pitch deck are often missing or incomplete?
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4. Workflow & Efficency
How much time does your team spend reviewing inbound pitches per week? (In hours)
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Would an AI-powered tool for initial pitch screening + human analysis be helpful?
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Would you consider outsourcing part of your pitch screening process to an external service?
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5. Interest in a potential solution
What concerns would you have about outsourcing pitch evaluation? (Data privacy, Trust, Quality, Cost, other)
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Would a pricing model with a fixed monthly fee plus a success-based commission be attractive?
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Would you be interested in participating in a pilot program for a pitch screening service?
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