Pitch Like a Pro: Coaching for Startup Founders
Learn to communicate your startup's value proposition with clarity and impact.
As a dedicated speech coach and startup mentor, I will help you to pitch to investors and deliver impactful presentations, aligning with the needs of startup founders.
Build your Investor-ready deck
Build an investor-focused pitch deck (not a product demo).
Speak the language of investors.
Learn how to communicate with clarity, professionalism, and confidence — so you instantly connect with your audience.
Turn “maybe later” into “where do I sign.
Master storytelling and soft persuasion that engages, inspires, and convinces — without sounding pushy.
Anticipate & overcome objections
Understand investor psychology, predict their questions, and eliminate doubts before they arise.
Get 2 for the price of 1. Work with a speech coach who is also a startup mentor.
Why most startups fail to raise money
It’s not your idea. It’s not your product. It’s your pitch. 99% of founders fail because they focus on features and solutions instead of what investors actually care about: ROI.
Coaching designed to secure funding
I’ll guide you in shaping a pitch deck that speaks the language of investors, help you find the story that makes your business stand out, and support you in presenting it with clarity and confidence. My role is to walk beside you as you learn how to turn interest into commitment, drawing on years of experience working with founders who went on to secure significant funding.
2-in-1: Speech Coach + Startup Mentor
I’ve helped hundreds of founders close funding rounds. I combine speech coaching with real-world startup experience, so you don’t just learn how to speak, you learn how to pitch like an entrepreneur investors trust.
Ready to secure your next round?
You don’t need to change your vision, you just need to speak the language investors respond to. I’ll show you how to make that connection.

Anna Cantle, Marbella International University College
Ali is a highly talented keynote speaker who possesses the unique ability to captivate his audience with engaging stories, insightful perspectives, and actionable advice. His presentations are always well-prepared, thought-provoking, and tailored to the interests of his listeners. Ali’s dynamic speaking style and profound knowledge of the startup ecosystem make his sessions both informative and inspiring.
I wholeheartedly endorse Ali Parandeh for any speaking engagements or educational initiatives related to startups and entrepreneurship. His expertise, enthusiasm, and genuine interest in helping others make him an invaluable asset to any organisation

Elena Grammenou, Project Manager
The ability to blend profound knowledge with engaging storytelling is what creates an inspiring and thought-provoking atmosphere. The most impactful keynotes are the ones that instil inspiration in the audience.

Julien de Wall, International Speaker – Ex Google
We have sent many entrepreneurs through this course before they have pitched on stage. Communicating effectively and with Impact is the key to getting funding for startups.

Maria Carpallo
In just one day, I was able to control my nerves and make a good presentation. I highly recommend this course.

Joanne Deaves
I felt a major achievement and boost of confidence following the course. I learnt some excellent techniques to conquer and utilise the adrenaline that standing up and speaking in front of a crowd brings. I cannot thank you enough.

Teresa Rebelo, Performance Marketing Leader
Through a very practical approach, I became more self-aware of my speech – body language, message and filler words. I learnt how to become a better speaker in just two days. On top I got rid of my nerves. Thank you, looking forward for another opportunity to learn more!

Thank you Ali for being our coach
Ruby Giaquinto, Audit Manager at Canilas Chartered Accountant
I highly recommend Ali to be your coach. I had a really great time and was able to get a lot of tips regarding public speaking. Continue doing what you’re doing Ali as you are helping a lot of people boost their confidence and go up the ladder in their jobs!

Ali is my mentor in public speaking and in entrepreneurship
Lisa Ah-Moye, Entrepreneur CFO
If ever you get the opportunity to work with Ali take it – I only regret not having met Ali earlier in my career as I could have benefitted from his knowledge and skills.

Highly recommend to anyone looking to master public speaking skills.
Joanne Deaves, Head of Business Relations (Transparent Payments)
I felt a major achievement and boost of confidence following the bootcamp.
Ali has excellent techniques to help in conquering and utilising the adrenaline that standing up and speaking in front of a crowd brings. I cannot thank Ali enough.

Ali makes you feel like you’re investing your time wisely
Manuel Morales, Founder & CEO of Nubentos
There is no waste of time when Ali shares his experience and knowledge with you. Every minute is worth it, every idea is usefull. Ali is the ultimate mentor. He brings together essential qualities for this important work, which goes far beyond just possessing knowledge.

Ali took the time to understand our business: The company, product and USP
Arola Torruella Berrens, Entrepreneur Fira Barcelona
I had the pleasure to be mentored by Ali, and I have to admit that it was such a learning, thinking and enriching experience. Ali took the time to understand very well our company, product and USP.

I have to admit that it was such a learning, thinking and enriching experience
Parisa Zare, Entrepreneur At Bridge for Billion
For a few months, I had the pleasure of working with Ali as an early-stage start-up.
I always felt enlightened and inspired after our mentoring meetings. Thank you, Ali, for allowing us to embark on our entrepreneurial path.

If you follow your dreams, passion… don’t worry, all the rest will follow
Alfonso Paredes, CEO & Co-founder of WeVoice
I had the opportunity to meet Ali a year ago. He instantly makes a difference. Direct, humble, true, and always being careful to make sure his advice has a positive impact in you. World citizen, making this world better. Keep it up. See you soon, Ali!”

Extremely professional in his presentation and highly educated in the subject he presented
Maria Carpallo, Compliance Officer
All his advice on “speaking in public” made complete sense and at the end of the day I was able to control my nerves and make a good presentation. I would highly recommend Ali to any company willing to invest on their staff on such an important soft skill.
