Knox Massey and ATA hosted an “Open House” for Georgia technology companies today. I was able to sit in on my brother’s prensentation to them about his venture that he is seeking seed-stage capital for: Knackity.com. The presentation lasted about ten minutes, and there was a good five minutes of Q&A afterward.
The event left me wondering how many 18 year olds are brave enough to stand up infront of a group of seasoned investors and pitch their ideas. Even better: how extraordinary is it to not be laughed out of a conference room by said investors as an 18 year old? Instead, the group sitting in on the presentation listened carefully and asked exactly the questions we expected: what differentiates you from company X? How will you attain users off the bat? What about your other commitments (school)? My brother showed that he has given thought to all of these questions already, and I think his audience respected him for it.
For a first-timer, I say job well done.
Tags: Atlanta Technology Angels, entrepreneurship, Knackity, pitching
Thank you Justin! I have to say though you’ve been a great mentor! I really appreciate all the priceless advice and support you have given me over the past year. It has made all the difference!
P.S.
I promise I am going to get around to starting my blog before the end of the year!
Dear Justin,
Your webite is very impressive. Thank you for being so supportive of
Bradley.