[ Private Equity, VC & Start-ups ]
Capital follows clarity: pitch, negotiate and report in English at investor level – from the elevator pitch to term-sheet negotiations to board reporting after the closing.
Training key facts
Target groups
Founders and leadership teams of start-ups and scale-ups, investment and portfolio teams at VC and PE firms, M&A and corporate-development units.
Languages and level
English (focus) and German for international professionals · A2–C2
Formats and duration
1:1, small group (3–8), team · 60/90 min · intensive workshops and programmes
Delivery
Online (MS Teams), on site at your premises or at Eloquia (Frankfurt) · hybrid possible
Organisation
Materials included · flexible scheduling · free cancellation up to 24 h before
Quality
ISO 9001-based QM · data protection with an external DPO · diversity and inclusion
What your team gains
- A convincing English pitch – from elevator to deep dive
- Confident terminology for term sheets, cap tables and deal structures
- Assured Q&A in due diligence and investor calls
- Professional board reporting and investor updates
- Negotiating strength on a par with international investors
Examples from the curriculum
Pitch Dramaturgy
Problem, solution, traction – convincing at any length.
Explaining Financial Metrics
Present ARR, burn rate and unit economics with assurance.
Term-Sheet Terminology
Understand liquidation preference to vesting precisely.
Due-Diligence Communication
Answer questions in a structured, honest way.
Negotiation
Negotiate valuation and terms with confidence.
Investor Relations
Communicate updates and bad news professionally.
Board Meetings
Report, discuss and drive decisions.
Networking and Fundraising
Build contacts, follow up with impact.
Realistic scenarios
- Pitch with tough Q&A before an investor panel
- Term-sheet negotiation with a US fund
- Investor update after a missed quarter
- Board meeting with a strategic decision
Three ways to your goal
1:1 Coaching
Individual goals, confidential content, flexible times.
Team Training
Consistent terminology and processes across the whole team.
Intensive Workshop
Compressed into 1–2 days, focused on concrete deliverables.
In four steps to your programme
Frequently asked questions
How large are the groups?
Recommended 3–8 people per level and use case.
Company-specific content?
Yes. Terminology, templates, style guides and specialist documents are integrated.
Online platform?
MS Teams by default; other tools on request.
Cancellations?
Free of charge up to 24 h before the session.
Build individual skills in a focused way
Alongside tailored corporate training, our four-week Business English sprints build individual skills in a focused way. A good fit for this area:
- Executive Communication Skills – convince at investor level
- Presenting Numbers – present metrics with impact
- Negotiation Skills – negotiate deals with confidence
Request a quote
Clarify goals, level and timing – then start. We will prepare a no-obligation quote.
+49 (0)69 23 00 20 · info@eloquia.com
