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Ready to deliver a pitch that gets attention and opens doors?

This FREE, two-part workshop will teach you how to communicate your business ideas with clarity and confidence, so you can connect with investors, partners, and customers.

In Part 1, we’ll learn about the key elements of a compelling pitch—your business plan, pitch deck, elevator pitch, and one-sheet summary. You’ll leave with a clear framework for structuring your story to make the most impact.

In Part 2, it’s time to put your pitch to the test. You’ll get valuable feedback from seasoned business leaders, refine your delivery, and walk away ready to present your idea with confidence.

Spots are limited to just 20 participants, so act fast! 

Dates: 

Part 1: April 22, 9:00am - 11:00am | GSBA Office, Capitol Hill
Part 2: April 29, 9:00am - 11:00am | GSBA Office, Capitol Hill

*Both sessions are required, please plan accordingly!

About Roby our Pitch Expert: 

Robert “Roby” Schapira leads Small Business Diverse Segments for Wells Fargo. In this role, Roby’s team builds strategy and guides the execution of initiatives that support Wells Fargo’s efforts to positively impact diverse/women-owned small businesses. Focus areas include strengthening access to capital, building engagement with women-owned businesses, developing partnership with diverse chambers/small business organizations, and removing barriers for un/underbanked businesses.

A 23-year Wells Fargo veteran, Schapira began his career at Wells Fargo as a part-time teller in 1998. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Arizona and is a graduate of Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington. He is the co-chair of the Corporate Advisory Council for the National LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce and a board member of the GSBA, Washington’s LGBTQ+ chamber.

Schapira is an accomplished speaker and has provided insight on small business topics for national and local media outlets, nonprofit organizations, and financial industry forums.