The Perfect Pitch: How to Create Interest in You and Your Big Idea

Description

Note: This event has a total of only 40 seats available.

Forget the flashy slides and over-rehearsed buzzwords. After years of pitching from Silicon Valley to Vienna to win over investors and partners, I’ve learned one thing: a "perfect pitch" isn’t a performance—it’s about creating genuine interest in a heartbeat.

I’m Florian Kandler, and in this interactive workshop, I’m giving you the battle-tested blueprint I’ve used to secure funding and build businesses. We’re going “Beyond the Hype” to focus on what actually works: clarity, authenticity, and substance. Whether you’re a founder, a creative, or a tech pioneer, you’ll learn how to articulate your value without the fluff.

Following a high-impact session at ViennaUP 2025, I’m back to help you master the art of the conversation starter. You’ll leave with a practical template to turn your big idea into a magnet for opportunities. Don’t just attend ViennaUP 2026 — be the person everyone wants to talk to. Let’s build a pitch that sticks.

Keep in mind: Last year, this workshop was sold out. So reserve your ticket early.

Agenda

The workshop is split into two parts:

1. Input: I'll share some of the most powerful pitch strategies and practical methods you can use immediately (details, see below)
2. Live Pitches & Feedback: I'll give a few participants the chance to present a 3-minute pitch, and the analyze and optimize this pitch live on stage for everyone to learn from

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn:

• The most common problems and mistakes in pitches, and how to fix them
• The strategic masterplan to craft a convincing pitch
• Smart goal-setting of your pitch
• The 3 key triggers you must achieve with your pitch
• The audience's mental journey you need to guide them on
• What to focus on in a short pitch
• Use of AI to craft a pitch
• 4 powerful "Pitch Boosters" to boost your pitch's impact

Accessibility

Wheel-chair accessible venue