The Pitch Deck- Alycia Chrosniak, December 4th
Traction Workshops are a unique opportunity to help aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage startups move their ideas forward. Open to any UConn student, this series of virtual workshops provides participants with hands-on guidance in developing a strong foundation of entrepreneurship knowledge. Whether you have a concept in its earliest stages—or no idea at all, these workshops aim to empower you to learn about entrepreneurship on your own terms.
Participants will benefit from expert-led sessions that cover essential startup topics, including value proposition creation, customer discovery, creating an impactful pitch deck, and business model development. Don't have all your questions answered? Set up office hours with any of our speakers!
Securing capital is essential for every high-tech startup, but the path to funding looks different for each company.
In this workshop, we’ll walk through the typical growth trajectories of startups across industries such as biotech, tech, and SaaS, and highlight what kinds of investors or partners typically engage at each stage. You’ll learn how to identify capital providers that best align with your company’s needs and long-term goals. We’ll also share insights into what early-stage investors look for during due diligence and how founders can position themselves to stand out in a competitive fundraising landscape.
Traction is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007 and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports students, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. For more info: ccei.uconn.edu
For more information, contact: Michaela Hartl at Michaela.hartl@uconn.edu