Inside the Mind of a SXSW Advisor | How Charles Thomas Selects Winning Startups for the World Stage
Join us for an exclusive 90-minute session with Charles Thomas, a seasoned, startup business analyst, advisor and global pitch scout. With 40 years of experience around the globe, and working with thousands of companies on projects adding up to billions of dollars, Charles brings unmatched insight into what makes a pitch deck stand out.
Recent experience includes running a sovereign-funded S.E. Asian startup incubator, and working as part of the management team for a USD$1 Billion market leading cannabis company in Canada.
Currently serving on the SXSW Advisory Board, Charles is constantly looking to identify the next big thing in startup tech. From AI and robotics to smart cities and the metaverse, this search culminates each year at the SXSW Pitch Competition in Austin, Texas - one of the world’s most influential stages for futuristic innovation.
At this NedSpace session, Charles will share:
-How various stakeholders, including VCs, evaluate startup pitch decks around the globe.
-What SXSW judges really look for in a startup and tips to creating a stronger startup and how you might increase your chances of getting to the main stage.
-Real stories and lessons from founders who made it - and those who didn’t
This is your chance to learn directly from one of the most connected and experienced startup advisors in the game. Whether you're a founder, investor, or just startup-curious — this is not to be missed.
Limited seating. RSVP now to secure your spot.