Master Your Pitch
Craft compelling 7-minute presentations that showcase your AI innovation and business impact. Learn the exact format and criteria used by our expert judging panel.
Presentation Format
Total Time
5 minutes
Structure
5 min presentation (no Q&A for video)
Demo Format
Live demo or recorded demo video
Emphasis
Storytelling approach
Flow
Problem scenario → AI solution → Impact demonstration
Judging Criteria & Weightage
Understanding how your solution will be evaluated by our expert leadership panel
Business Potential
20%Market opportunity, scalability, revenue model, and tangible impact (hours saved, cost savings, process efficiency)
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Problem Solving Impact
30%Relevance of the challenge, innovation in approach, and effectiveness of the solution
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Technical Execution
20%Functionality, scalability, and appropriate AI implementation with explainable results
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User Experience (UX)
20%Intuitive usability, appealing design, and seamless user interaction
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Presentation & Pitch
10%Clear, confident, and effective communication to judges with compelling storytelling
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7-Minute Pitch Template
Follow this proven structure to maximize impact within the time limit
Hook / Introduction
10-15 secondsStart with something engaging: a question, a stat, or a scenario. Introduce your team and the problem you're solving.
“Ever had a bad hotel stay because of poor feedback handling? We're Team [Name], and we're here to change that.”
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Problem Statement
15-20 secondsShow or explain the problem in a relatable way using visuals or real-world examples.
“Hotels miss 40% of guest complaints because they're buried in review sites and social media.”
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Your Solution
30-45 secondsExplain your solution clearly and visually using animations, mockups, or screen recordings.
“Our AI tool listens to every review and email in real-time. It categorizes them by urgency and sends them straight to hotel staff.”
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Demo / Prototype
45-60 secondsShow your prototype or a simulated workflow, keeping it simple but highlighting core features.
“Let's see it in action: Here's a dashboard that shows customer issues, prioritized by impact.”
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Benefits & Impact
20-30 secondsFocus on how your solution helps users or market, including data or visual evidence.
“This means faster responses, better guest experiences, and a 20% boost in positive reviews.”
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Next Steps / Future Vision
10-15 secondsHighlight what's next: pilot testing, scaling, etc. Show you have a plan beyond the hackathon.
“Next, we'll partner with two local hotels to test our solution and refine it for wider use.”
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Closing & Call to Action
5-10 secondsEnd with a thank you and invite engagement or support with a clear call to action.
“Thanks for watching! Help us bring this to life.”
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Pro Tips for Pitch Perfect Success
Expert advice from successful entrepreneurs and pitch competition winners
Master Your Demo
Test your prototype multiple times and have backup plans for technical issues. Practice with realistic data scenarios.
Tell a Compelling Story
Connect emotionally with judges by sharing real user pain points and success stories. Start with the problem scenario.
Use Real Data & Metrics
Use actual metrics and concrete examples rather than hypothetical scenarios. Quantify the impact clearly.
Perfect Your Timing
Every second counts in a 7-minute pitch. Practice timing and eliminate unnecessary details.
Address Limitations Honestly
Acknowledge challenges and show how you plan to overcome them. Judges appreciate transparency.
Engage Your Audience
Make eye contact, ask rhetorical questions, and maintain energy throughout. Use confident body language.
Focus on Business Impact
Emphasize how your solution saves hours, reduces costs, or improves efficiency. Make it tangible.
Prepare for Q&A
Anticipate technical questions and implementation details. Practice clear, concise answers.
Ready to Deliver a Winning Pitch?
Practice your 7-minute presentation using this template. Remember: storytelling beats technical jargon every time.