Service Package/ Investor Presentation

Boosting AI Marketplace Democratization with Fundraising Strategy for Expansion in UAE

Market Strategy, Commercial Due Diligence, Financial Due Diligence, Investment Pitch Deck Creation

Client Background

The client is a Japan based marketplace that democratizes AI by allowing companies to access AI technology created by their data scientist community. They also host competitions for data scientists, leveraging blockchain to ensure fair rewards.   

Delivery Team

1 Ex-Bain Associate Partner (2 years)   

Deployment

Remote

Duration

2 Months

Engagement

Objective

Create an impactful fundraising narrative aimed at increasing investor confidence and obtaining the required funding from local VCs for the client's UAE expansion.

Approach

Taken

Investment Hypothesis and Teaser

  • Created a teaser that quickly goes through the company’s activities, providing an understanding of the market they are in, also including a quick glance at the type of funding needed and the areas where it is looking to expand. 
  • Conducted an in-depth competitive analysis and assessed market needs and value propositions, which led to the development of an investment strategy hypothesis.  

Investment Pitch Deck Creation & Funding Strategy

  • Created a compelling narrative around the company’s mission to democratize AI, addressing specific challenges faced by businesses and data scientists.  
  • Developed a roadmap for the next 3 years with quarterly specified goals, and identified potential partners and clients, all as part of the pitch deck creation. 
  •  Highlighted the experienced founding team, current customers and traction received, adding credibility and making the opportunity more attractive to potential investors.  
  • Showcased detailed financial projections, highlighting significant revenue growth potential to instill confidence in investors about the company’s business viability.  

Financial Valuation and Modeling

  • Researched assumptions such as revenue per user, incremental costs and partnership revenues, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the financial landscape.  
  • Analyzed current revenue streams including public and private competitions, job boards and AI marketplaces, to identify key income sources.  
  • Evaluated the cost of services to determine profitability and EBITDA, providing a clear picture of the company’s financial health.  
  • Converted all findings into detailed charts and graphics using the company’s CY2023 P&L statement, making the data visually accessible and easy to interpret.   
      

Impact

Created

They successfully pitched their startup to numerous investors in the UAE, achieving their goal of expanding into the GCC region.   

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