Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch
Episodes
60 Seconds to Make Millions: Who Will Nail the Season Finale?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The season finale of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch may be the most explosive episode yet — packed with bold ideas, big valuations and real-time invest...
Nearly Perfect Pitch Still Gets Rejected – What Went Wrong?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Watch this new episode to see founders get grilled on valuation, market size and focus — and to pick up powerful, real-world pitching lessons you ca...
From Canned Mimosas to VR Learning: Three Bold Pitches, High-Stakes Decisions
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The latest episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch offers a front-row seat to that answer. In just 60 seconds, founders present to Kim Perell, Jonathan...
Can This Cheeky Fashion Brand Impress Our Investors?
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Season 13 of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is back and delivering major fireworks as three powerhouse investors — Kim Perell, Jon Bier and Dhani Jones...
How Much Is a 30 Million View TikTok Business Really Worth?
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you sell your business in 60 seconds? In this episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, three top investors—Kim Perell, Laura Cho, and Jonathan H...
What NOT to Do: 3 Entrepreneurs Face Tough Investors
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In order for a pitch to succeed, it needs to pack in a lot of information in 60 seconds: the problem the business solves, its valuation and traction, ...
Is This Twist on a Classic Sandwich a Million-Dollar Idea?
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Watch entrepreneurs battle for massive investments from three powerhouse judges: Kim Perell (CEO of 100.co), ex-NFL star Dhani Jones, and PR mogul Jon...
Investors Stunned by Simple Greeting Card Twist
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch returns for season 13 and for our contestants the stakes are higher than ever. Entrepreneurs have just 60 seconds to pit...
Will Investors Bite on a Pizza Wallet? Find Out on the Wild Season Finale of Elevator Pitch.
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re down to the wire! Season 12 of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch ends in an epic finale with passionate founders facing a high-stakes challenge, con...
This Investor’s Offer Left Our Contestant Speechless
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Completing your pitch in 60 seconds is no easy task — but sealing a deal can be even harder. On Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, our board of investors ...
A Near-Tragedy Spurred This Dad Into Action
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Weitzman’s harrowing experience led to the creation of a groundbreaking safety device and software platform. How groundbreaking is it? This epis...
This Entrepreneur Turned a Bad Experience into $5M+ in Sales
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this women-focused episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," contestants compete to earn life-changing money from elite investors. Across the glob...
The Greatest Business Pitch Fumble and Recovery Ever Heard
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Time and time again, we see people lock up and stumble as their precious 60 seconds tick away. But never have we heard of a contestant pull themself o...
With Dueling $100K Offers From Investors, How Do You Know Who to Choose?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s drama packed episode, some entrepreneurs land dream funding offers while some walk away empty-handed. The difference maker? Preparati...
Did This Entrepreneur Find the Holy Grail for Burning Fat?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the heart-racing show in which contestants looking to uplift their lives must convince our board of elite inve...
From Caffeine Pouches, to a Holographic Zoo, Will Our Investors Make a Deal?
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the season 12 premiere of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, contestants hoping to transform their businesses and lives must convince a panel of elite in...
Profitability is a Tell-Tale Sign That Your Business Idea Is a Winner
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the season finale of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch and the final chance for one more round of entrepreneurs to secure life-changing investments f...
One Word That Makes Investors Want to Hear More
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, tech entrepreneurs share their visions for digital platforms built to fill the needs of businesses and customers...
You'll Wish You Dreamed Up These Ideas
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Negotiations can be tricky, with investors typically digging into the weeds of every tiny facet of a business, from sales traction to overhead costs t...
The Secret Sauce For The Perfect Business Pitch
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this food-focused episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, will our contestants be able to appetize investors with a potential deal? They have the p...
The Magic Formula For Grabbing An Investor's Attention
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneurs seeking funding will hear a "no" a lot, but it only takes one yes for your business to take off. This week’s contestants are determin...
Hear The Head-Spinning Pitch That Left Investors Stunned
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our panel of investors is eager to see the next big thing, but they're not shy about asking tough questions. One contestant has their leadership style...
Investors Told Her No, Then Gave Her $10K. What Just Happened?
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch may be about child-centric products, but no one is kidding around when it comes to cash. Contestants came ...
Our Board Invested Over $250K on Crazy New Food Biz Pitches
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is back for season 11! Our investors are ready to sink their teeth into the next big thing, so we identified three food en...
The Post-Pitch Podcast: Why Investors Are Eating Up This Condiment Company Founder's Pitch
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This past season on “Elevator Pitch,” Alexandra Baker, the founder of In the Kitchen with Alexandra, pitched her condiment Pikliz (pronounced "pic...
The Post-Pitch Podcast: Simplifying Your Complex Idea for Investors
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paldera Pharmaceuticals’s founder William Colton discusses his struggles and ultimate triumph with pitching his company’s gel coatings for medical...
Who Wins Big on the High-Stakes Season Finale of 'Elevator Pitch'?
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the season 10 finale of Elevator Pitch, where three final contestants fight for the opportunity to lock in a life-changing deal with one o...
The Post-Pitch Podcast: Innovative Lipstick Design Wins $10K Investment
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Esoes (pronounced S-O-S) is a cosmetics company with a unique and powerful mission. Founded by Joy Hoover, a mother of two girls, the lipstick is desi...
What Should You Value More — An Investor's Money or Their Experience?
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," a contestant has a very tough decision to make: Take the big money now, or gamble on bigger money la...
The Post-Pitch Podcast: This 19-Year-Old College Student's Invention Landed a $10,000 Investment
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David Fleming was plagued with migraines throughout his childhood, which significantly impacted his ability to attend school and have a normal social ...
Would You Give This Former Hacker Your Money?
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the new episode of "Elevator Pitch," our investors need to contend with some serious trust issues. Tech entrepreneurs face a particular obstacle: ...
The Post-Pitch Podcast: Are There Second Chances in the Boardroom?
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Storms, founder and CEO of Retavo, is here to encourage entrepreneurs to never ever give up. Last season on “Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch,”...
The Post-Pitch Podcast: How This Healthy Food App Scored a $250K Investment
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bitewell calls itself the world’s first digital food pharmacy. After a super-successful ride in the elevator and showdown in the boardroom on “Ent...
The Post Pitch Podcast: Smoothie-Making Robots Whip Up a Money-Making Recipe
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After scoring a deal on "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," the founders of Smoodi (the world's first robotic self-cleaning smoothie machine) sat down to d...
That Was Ridiculous!' See What Left One Investor Exasperated
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the words that no investor wants to hear on the latest episode of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch." This season on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, we...
It Was All Going Great Until Someone Said the F-Word.
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "Elevator Pitch," our investors are fired up. Can contestants take the heat as they attempt to secure funding for their dream busin...
Can These Entrepreneurs Turn Their Flops Into Fortune?
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Usually on Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, contestants have just one shot at glory. They step inside our elevator and have only 60 seconds to pitch their...
Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Made a Surprise Move That Stunned Investors
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You never know what is going to happen when big ideas and big money collide. As we learn in this episode, pitch meetings can be pretty unpredictable....
Did a Giant Dancing Pineapple Just Jump Into This Meeting?
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Season 10 kicks off with lots of drama, lots of money and one large piece of fruit! Find out which entrepreneurs walk out ...
Is His Business About to Gobble Up Uber Eats and DoorDash?
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Can Mushrooms Save the World? Tune into This Episode of 'Elevator Pitch' to Find Out.
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this latest episode, find out how a new consumer lifestyle brand has investors mushrooming with interest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Is It a One-Hit Wonder or Can This Mom's Business Scale?
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the new episode of "Elevator Pitch," find out how much investors are willing to bet on first-time founders. "I love seeing first-time entrepreneur...
This Is a Real Bloodbath!' Watch the New Intense Episode of 'Elevator Pitch'
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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She Ditched a Corporate Career and Bet on Herself. Did It Pay Off?
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Who Wants to Invest in a Healthier Pair of Underwear?
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' things get very up close and personal in the boardroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
Looking for Investment? These Are the Magic Words Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Wants to Hear in a Pitch.
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On every episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, we learn new lessons about what gets investors' attention and what leaves them yawning. During this w...
Watch These Two Guys Score a $150K Investment in 60 Seconds
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, Elevator Pitchers! This is the premiere episode of season nine, and it kicks off with big ideas and big money. But before we get into th...
Would You Say No to a $2 Million Investment Offer?
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' things go very, very big. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and ...
The Surprise Move That Resulted in a $100K Investment
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' one entrepreneur literally moves our board of investors. In each episode of the show, entrepreneurs are challenge...
Will a Professional Mermaid's Business Idea Sink or Swim?
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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Here's How Investors Can Tell If You Are as Passionate as You Say You Are
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this bank-breaking episode of 'Elevator Pitch,' see who gets funding and who gets called out by our investors former NFL-player Brandon Marshall, f...
A Pitch That Results in Life-Changing Investment and a Lot of Tears
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Emotions and investment dollars run hot on the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator...
Here's the Difference Between a Pitch That Gets $100,000 Investment and One That Gets Zero
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the new episode of 'Elevator Pitch' the money is moving! In each episode, entrepreneurs are challenged to step into an elevator and pitch their bus...
What Do You Do When an Investor Suddenly Changes the Terms Mid-Deal?
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the finer points of pitching and deal-making in the new episode of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch. It's episode two of the new season of Entrepren...
Listen to the Pitch That Landed a $175,000 Investment
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch is back, and the money is flowing! Welcome back to an all-new season of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch, the show where entre...
She Brought a Baby to the Boardroom While Asking for $1 Million. There's No Way That Worked...Right?
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features founders with all sorts of fascinating backgrounds. One entrepreneur claims a 9-figure sale of his la...
You've Got a Great Invention. Now How Do You Get People to Buy It?
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features a founder with 20 years of experience in her industry...and an entrepreneur who's only 12 years old. ...
This Is the No. 1 Mistake You Can Make When Pitching Investors
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features pitches from minority founders in the finance, beauty, cannabis and beverage industries. Some of th...
These Founders Started Their Company With a $300 Investment. They've Now Done $1 Million in Profits.
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode of Elevator Pitch features female founders from the travel, beauty, and fashion industries. Each pitch offers something new and ...
Hear the 60-Second Pitch That Landed a $500,000 Investment
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of Elevator Pitch, some SBOs are seasoned pros who have already built and sold businesses, while others have yet to complete t...
Can a Sex-Enhancement Product Score a $100K Deal in 60 Seconds?
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode of Elevator Pitch, our panel of investors watches pitches on a wide range of industries, from sexual wellness to fashion, per...
Why Did Our Investors Throw Out 3 Entrepreneurs Mid-Pitch?
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a new week, so you know what that means: An all NEW Elevator Pitch is here, and you won’t want to miss this week’s exciting episode. While ...
My Name Is ...
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What would you do if you flubbed your introduction during a high-stakes pitch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'Imagine If Jimi Hendrix and Beethoven Got Together for an Epic Jam'
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of our weekly pitch show features guitarists, dentists and deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Michigan's Best Business Ventures
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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'Is Ryan Reynolds One of Our Co-Founders?'
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will anyone earn an investment for their business on this episode of our weekly pitch show? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
'This Has Never Happened in the History of Elevator Pitch'
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This female-focused episode of our weekly pitch show features fascinating ideas and investments from successful women in industries like mental wellne...
'Never Say That Again!'
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this weekly pitch show, we see companies in a wide array of industries, six-figure offers and a cringey tagline from one of the judges. Learn more ...
How Does It Feel to Make a Million-Dollar Deal?
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The third episode of season six features all minority-owned businesses in the cannabis, clothing and esports industries. Learn more about your ad choi...
'Be Honest, Were You Insulted by That Offer?'
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch' episode features engaged co-founders, cannabis products and a $1 million ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
What Could You Build With Another $500,000?
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The premiere episode of our weekly pitch show's sixth season begins with space-saving gardens, a healthcare startup and, that's right, a multi-million...
'You're Going to Get Told 'No' 10,000 Times'
29 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of our weekly pitch show begins with a tense exchange between one entrepreneur and our investors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
'You've Gotta Listen to Him Because of the Suit'
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of our weekly show starts with a strong pitch and a serious ask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'You've Got 3 Seconds to Choose'
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Will anyone earn an investment in this episode of our weekly pitch show? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'Don't Stop, Come On Dude!'
11 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The ticking clock can throw off even the most courageous entrepreneurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'That Tells Me Everything I Need to Know'
04 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The investors in our weekly pitch show hear from founders in a wide range of industries, including yoga and auto maintenance. Learn more about your ad...
'Where Is the CEO, the Co-Founders? Are They at Bingo?''
27 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The green episode of our weekly pitch show features businesses in the cannabis industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...
'Are You Saying You've Had $5 Million in Sales ... in 9 Months?'
20 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Watch our panel of investors bid against one another in this episode of our weekly pitch show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
You Have Two Different Offers, Gotta Make a Decision
13 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode starts with some familiar faces ... just not the in the roles you might expect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
'Things Are Not Always Going to Go According to Plan'
06 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What would you do if you could feel yourself messing up an important pitch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'Let's Make It Competitive Here'
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Check out these fascinating pitches, companies and founders it out in a new episode of 'Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch.' Learn more about your ad choices...
'You're Going to Destroy This Entire Opportunity'
23 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Watch our investors battle it out in a new episode of 'Elevator Pitch.' Check out new episodes every Wednesday at entrepreneur.com/elevatorpitch Lea...
New Season, New Rules
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Season 5 introduces the Wild Card and great new entrepreneurs. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on previous seasons at entrepreneur.c...
'I'm a Failed Entrepreneur'
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features several rejected pitches and resilient founders. Catch up on all seasons of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch here: https://www.entr...
'It's Time to Get Rich. Let's Hear the First Pitch!'
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode leaves one entrepreneur saying, "I probably acted a little crazy, but I was really excited." Watch new episodes every Wednesday and cat...
'If We Don't Know the Product, We Can't Invest'
07 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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'That's a Flop'
31 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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'This Stands for Everything I Stand Against'
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Can these entrepreneurs convince the judges to invest in crowded fields like coffee and fashion? Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on t...
'Open the Doors, Let's Talk'
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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How to Make a Million-Dollar Deal
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This cannabis-focused episode features maniacs, crazy profit margins and a multi-million-dollar deal. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up...
'I Invest in People'
26 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of our weekly pitch show catches up with a pair of furniture founders from last season. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up ...
'It Hit All the Ingredients Except a Good Product'
19 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of our weekly pitch show features all sorts of strategies, with different rates of success. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch...
'There's No Crying in Baseball'
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our weekly pitch show, the investors hear four strong pitches ... and one that ends in cursing. Watch new episodes every Wednesday...
'How Does She Make Money If It's All Free?'
05 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features a lot of failed pitches, but there are lessons in every failure. Watch new episodes every Wednesday and catch up on the previou...
'You Attacked Me!'
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our weekly pitch show is back as the investors judge whether four women are ready to take the next steps in their businesses. Watch new episodes ever...