Pitching Trainer - Idealab Program

Context and Background
Michel Daher Social Foundation is a local NGO that aims to create an enabling environment
where everyone can achieve their highest potential.
MDSF is a community partner in the IdeaLab program. The program’s objective is to strengthen
the business and product viability of start-ups in the agrifoodtech and cleantech sectors in the
Bekaa area. The program also focuses on societal impact by providing business incubation and
training to vulnerable youth.
We are seeking an experienced expert to deliver a Pitching training aimed at empowering rural
youth to develop innovative projects and ideas in the fields of agrifoodtech, and cleantech. The
workshops will equip participants with the skills and mindset necessary to create sustainable
and impactful solutions to local challenges.

Scope of Work

• The service provider will have to physically give a 6-hour session on pitching for 13

startups simultaneously. Those startups were selected by Berytech and MDSF based on
defined selection criteria. The service provider selected will be responsible for assisting
13 startups after the training session.

• The service provider will have to assist the startups online in their one-on-one clinics. 
• The service provider is asked to share with MDSF a clear assessment of each startup post the online clinics.
• The service provider should be willing to coordinate with MDSF, for the development of the proposed services.
• Startups will learn how to master their pitching skills and structure their pitch deck to convey their business model in an attractive way in 3 minutes.
• The service provider will advise the startups on the structure and design of their pitch deck to convey the information required by a jury panel.
• The service provider will train the entrepreneurs on a 60-second pitch (the elevator pitch) without any visual aids 
• The service provider will train the entrepreneurs on a 3-minute pitch with visual aids (PowerPoint Pitch Deck) 
• The service provider will train the entrepreneurs on leveraging their body language to increase their credibility when pitching to prospective clients, jury panels, or investors.
• Clinics: The service provider will give the startups personalized feedback on their pitch decks and presentation skills ahead of the DEMO DAY event.

Expected Deliverables 

• Engaging and interactive workshop sessions that cater to the learning needs of rural youth and encourage active participation (including offline follow-up)
• One-hour online one-on-one clinics with each of the 13 startups following the offline workshop.
• Support materials, such as templates and resources, are available for participants to use during and after the workshops.
• Guidance on selecting and utilizing appropriate tools and techniques for design thinking in the specified domains (agrifoodtech, and cleantech).
• A final report is to be submitted to Michel Daher Social Foundation, including participant feedback and progress.

Qualifications 

• Applications for this proposal can come from independent trainers/consultants or a legal entity in Lebanon.
• The applicant should have at least 3 years of previous experience working with startups, ideally in the agrifoodtech and cleantech sectors, to provide insight into the unique issues that these companies may encounter.
• The applicant should have significant knowledge and expertise in the business model canvas, particularly in the agrifoodtech and cleantech industries. They should be able to assist startups in formulating their own coherent business model.
• The applicant should have hands-on expertise in the agrifoodtech and cleantech sectors, as well as an understanding of trends, regulations, and obstacles. This will enable them to provide startups with pertinent and up-to-date information.
• The applicant should have prior experience conducting seminars and clinics, as well as the ability to convey complicated ideas clearly and concisely. They must be able to modify their instructional approach to meet the requirements of the startup participants.
• The applicant should have an entrepreneurial mentality and be familiar with the obstacles and possibilities that come with starting a business.
• The applicant must be a strong speaker. They should be able to provide constructive and supportive comments, as well as successfully lead group talks.