Pitch Makeover
Pitch Makeover
Gina Delvac and Natalia Oberti Noguera
We’re taking the concept of a fashion makeover and applying it to startup pitches. Entrepreneurs pitch, we talk, and then we share what they should keep, delete, and, possibly, more importantly, add to their pitch. Our goal: help #morevoices, as Rihanna says, shine bright like the diamonds that they are. Are you ready for your pitch makeover?
Be a Curator: Vanessa Roanhorse of Roanhorse Consulting
In the last episode of this season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women's Business Summit, Natalia speaks with Vanessa Roanhorse. Vanessa is a resource curator, whose consulting practice connects Native communities with experts from outside the community looking to provide technical assistance. Vanessa is also a co-founder of the Native Women's Business Summit.
Apr 15, 2019
32 min
Be a Teacher: Shayai Lucero of Earth & Sky Floral Designs
Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women’s Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Shayai Lucero of Earth & Sky Floral Designs, who blends her floral creativity with decades of business experience to foster deep connections and mentor new generations of reservation-based entrepreneurs. Shayai travels up to 100 miles to be a part of key moments in people's lives. A floral truck would allow her to take her designs where customers need them, while keeping her family close. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take.
Apr 8, 2019
39 min
Be a Delegator: Stephine Poston of Poston LLC
Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women’s Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Stephine Poston of Poston LLC, a strategic communicator who knows her strengths, and is ready to bring in expert resources to chase bigger government contracts. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take. The Native Women’s Business Summit returns April 5th and 6th. Tickets and more info at NativeWomenLead.org.
Apr 1, 2019
19 min
Be a Resource: Cherylee Francis of Native Women Entrepreneurs of Arizona
Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women’s Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Cherylee Francis of Native Women Entrepreneurs of Arizona, and CF Productions, a visual storyteller focused on uplifting Native businesses. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take. The Native Women’s Business Summit returns April 5th and 6th. Tickets and more info at NativeWomenLead.org.
Mar 25, 2019
36 min
Be Community-First: Amanda June of Indigenous Peoples' Collective
Welcome to a special season of Pitch Makeover, recorded at the Native Women's Business Summit. In this episode, Natalia is joined by Amanda June of Indigenous Peoples' Collective, a first user founder whose business supports Native artisans in an e-commerce platform. Plus, Jaime Gloshay joins us for the Investor Take. The Native Women's Business Summit return April 5th and 6th. Tickets and more info at NativeWomenLead.org. For a full transcript of this episode and more, visit PitchMakeover.com
Mar 19, 2019
27 min
We're back... TOMORROW!
Pitch Makeover returns Tuesday, March 19 with a mini-season recorded at the Native Women's Business Summit. Transcript: Hey everyone it’s Gina Delvac, executive producer of Pitch Makeover. Starting TOMORROW Tuesday March 19 we’ll be back with a mini season featuring entrepreneurs Natalia met at the 2018 Native Women’s Business Summit. One of the updates you will notice in this new season of Pitch Makeover is thanks to Anisa Flowers, an enrolled Woodland Cree Tribal Member and Chief of Staff at Pipeline Angels. We have introduced a land acknowledgement at the start of each episode, and we're grateful for Anisa's guidance on this practice, which we will continue in future seasons. The Native Women's Business Summit was held and these episodes were recorded on Pueblos land (known as Albuquerque due to white colonizers). To learn more and find out whose stolen land you're on, search for the Native Land app. This year’s Native Women’s Business Summit is coming up April 5th and 6th at Isleta Resort and Casino in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tickets and more info at nativewomenlead.org Come catch the first episode of our mini season TOMORROW, March 19. We'll talk to you then.
Mar 18, 2019
1 min
Be Vulnerable: Jean Miller Truelson of Flower
Natalia and Gina get the 60-second pitch from Jean Miller Truelson of Flower, a support app that functions like a registry for friends in need, whether they've just had a baby, have recently become ill, or simply need extra support. In the Legal Minute, Mitzi Chang of Goodwin on how to vet a cofounder. Plus, this week's Investor Take from Ruth Ann Harnisch of The Harnisch Foundation. This is the last episode of Season 1. Stay tuned for Season 2!
Aug 7, 2017
23 min
Be Needed: Kimberly Moore of Go Together
Natalia gets the 60-second pitch from Kimberly Moore of Go Together, which helps schools coordinate parent carpools and walk pools. In the Legal Minute, Mitzi Chang of Goodwin answers common startup legal questions. Plus, this week's Investor Take from Ruth Ann Harnisch of The Harnisch Foundation.
Jul 31, 2017
19 min
Be Sustainable: Amrita Saigal of Saathi
Pipeline Angels member Asha Collins gets the 60-second pitch from Amrita Saigal of Saathi, which manufactures biodegradable sanitary pads made from banana fiber in India for anyone who gets periods. Mitzi Chang of Goodwin on documentation issues in the Legal Minute. And, this week's Investor Take from Ruth Ann Harnisch of The Harnisch Foundation.
Jul 24, 2017
25 min
Be Queer: Morgen Bromell of Thurst
Pipeline Angels member Kellie Menendez guest hosts and gets the 60-second pitch from Morgen Bromell of Thurst, an inclusive dating app for queer people of any gender. "I believe the future is queer," Bromell says. Plus, the Legal Minute with Mitzi Chang of Goodwin. And, this week's investor take from The Harnisch Foundation.
Jul 17, 2017
14 min
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