Elevate Your Pitch: Make Every Second Count
March 12 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am MST
Location/Localización: Innovation and Events Hub at ignite sparked by BBB
Language/Lingua: English
About the Event
Workshop Description:
In today’s fast-paced world, being able to clearly and confidently communicate your business idea in just a few seconds can make all the difference. This interactive workshop will help participants craft a compelling elevator pitch that captures attention, sparks interest, and leaves a lasting impact. Through practical tips, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises, attendees will refine their messaging and gain the confidence to pitch effectively in any setting.
What Can Participants Expect to Learn?
- The key elements of a strong and engaging elevator pitch.
- Best practices for structuring and delivering a pitch with confidence.
- How to tailor your pitch for different audiences and situations.
- Common mistakes to avoid and how to keep your message clear and compelling.
- Strategies to make your pitch memorable and impactful.
Who Would Benefit from This Session?
- Startup founders and entrepreneurs looking to attract investors, partners, or customers.
- Small business owners who need to articulate their value proposition effectively.
- Professionals and job seekers who want to refine their personal brand and networking pitch.
- Anyone looking to improve their public speaking and communication skills.
This workshop is designed to be engaging, practical, and accessible for all experience levels – whether you are crafting your first elevator pitch or refining an existing one.
Attend In-Person
This event is in-person. RSVP to receive instructions by email. Please arrive 10 minutes prior.
Meet the Speaker
Eduardo Borquez
Eduardo Borquez serves as the Director of Business and Entrepreneur
Engagement at the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Pacific Southwest, Central &
Inland California, where he leads strategic initiatives designed to strengthen
entrepreneur development, elevate business integrity, and advance consumer
trust across Arizona and California. Drawing upon his extensive background in
operations management, strategy, mergers & acquisitions, and international
integration from roles at companies such as Jack In The Box, H&R Block, The
Gap, and 7-Eleven, Eduardo creates programs that empower businesses to
operate ethically and grow sustainably.
His commitment to community and marketplace excellence is further enriched
by his academic experience as a former professor at Grand Canyon University,
where he taught management, strategy, and entrepreneurship. Eduardo holds
an MBA, PhD(c) in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and a diploma in
Corporate Law & Contracts from Harvard Law, credentials that inform his
analytical approach to driving organizational growth and fostering a culture of
trust.
Raised in by a single mother, Eduardo brings a personal dedication to uplifting
others through shared opportunities and education. Whether spearheading
initiatives for small business owners or guiding established enterprises through
ethical best practices, he is driven by a vision of a more transparent, inclusive,
and trusted marketplace.