# Slidebean

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/slidebean

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.slidebean.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.6M
- Latest round: Seed (Apr 28, 2017)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Slidebean Inc. is a technology company specializing in AI-driven pitch deck creation and design services. It empowers startup founders to construct compelling presentations efficiently, focusing on strategic narrative rather than design details.Founded in 2013, Slidebean Inc. operates out of New York, US, and provides an AI-powered platform for creating pitch decks. The founders, Jose Cayasso, José Bolaños, and Vinicio Chanto, have experience in other ventures. In April 2017, Slidebean raised USD 0.85 mn in Seed funding led by Carao Ventures, with contributions from Enlaces, Firstrock Capital, and Magma Partners, bringing the total amount raised to USD 0.85 mn. The company has completed a total of 7 deals by 2017.Slidebean offers an innovative AI-powered pitch deck creator and a design agency that specializes in creating professional pitch decks and financial modeling services for startups. The AI Pitch Deck Builder automates design based on user input, allowing users to concentrate on their narrative and strategy. The platform promotes collaboration by enabling simultaneous contributions from multiple users. It also provides analytics to track slide engagement. The primary clients are startup founders and entrepreneurs seeking venture capital funding, with a global reach spanning North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.Slidebean generates revenue through subscription-based services and agency engagements, providing customized pitch deck design solutions. Clients can access the AI Pitch Deck Builder on a subscription basis or engage the agency for a more comprehensive, hands-on approach. Revenue stems from contracted services, which vary in pricing based on project complexity. The company has assisted over 500 clients in raising more than USD 500 mn in capital, reflecting a robust operational framework and demand for its offerings.In April 2017, Slidebean raised USD 0.85 mn in Seed funding, led by Carao Ventures, to support its growth initiatives. The company plans to expand its offerings with new features for its AI Pitch Deck Builder and is exploring entry into emerging markets in South America and Southeast Asia by the end of 2023. The recent funding will be utilized to enhance product capabilities and facilitate market expansion.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Apr 28, 2017, $0.8M — Carao Ventures, Magma Partners, Firstrock Capital, Enlaces
- Seed, Dec 1, 2016, $0.4M — DreamIt Ventures, Carao Ventures, Edge Harris Ventures
- Seed, Jan 15, 2015, $0.3M — DreamIt Ventures, Carao Ventures, Edge Harris Ventures
- Seed, Sep 1, 2014, $0.1M — 500 Global, DreamIt Ventures
- Seed, May 12, 2014, $0M — DreamIt Ventures
- Seed, May 1, 2013, $0M — Carao Ventures

## Investors

- Carao Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/carao-ventures) — Seed
- DreamIt Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dreamit-ventures) — Seed
- 500 Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/500-global) — Seed
- Edge Harris Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/edge-harris-ventures) — Seed
- Magma Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/magma-partners) — Seed
- Firstrock Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/firstrock-capital) — Seed
- Enlaces (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/enlaces) — Seed