David Beckett: Pitching Coach
International pitch coach David Beckett equips startups and teams with high impact pitching frameworks, delivering energetic, practical strategies that secure investment, win clients, and elevate communication performance.
- Highlights:
- Trained over 850 startups, helping them raise €210+ million in investment
- Creator of The Pitch Canvas© and author of Pitch To Win
- Coached more than 12,000 professionals in 27 countries
- Trusted by accelerators including Startupbootcamp, MassChallenge, Rockstart, and ThinkAccelerate
- Formats:
Keynote speaker and international pitch coach
- Audiences:
Startups, accelerators, innovation teams, corporate leaders, sales teams, entrepreneurs, and conferences focused on communication, leadership, or business growth
- Outcomes:
- Clear, structured pitch frameworks that improve investment and sales outcomes.
- Practical tools for storytelling, message clarity, and audience engagement.
- Increased confidence and capability to pitch in high pressure environments.
- Travels from: Amsterdam, NL
- **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000
Keynote Topics
12 things you can do right now to improve your pitch.
Tech/Startup Events
- 20-40 Minutes Keynote – OR –
- 40-90 Minutes Workshop
- Inspiring and engaging
- Practical tools & templates provided
- Our most popular talk
- Tech/Startup Events
Why do investors say No 99% of the time?
And how to get to YES!
- 20-30 Minutes
- Fast Paced, energetic
- Practical step by step takeaways
- Helps startups immediately step up
- Rated 9+/10
- Company Events
Pitch to Win Business and Resources
- 30-40 Minutes Keynote – OR –
- 40-90 Minutes Workshop
- Interactive, engaging
- Practical tools & templates provided
- Won ‘Best Talk’ at MPI International
Talent Short Bio
David Beckett is an internationally recognised pitch coach, keynote speaker, and creator of The Pitch Canvas©. Known for his energetic delivery and practical frameworks, David has dedicated the past decade to helping individuals and organisations craft persuasive, high stakes pitches that secure investment, win customers, and drive organisational growth.
He has trained more than 850 startups to raise over €210 million in funding, collaborating with leading accelerators including Startupbootcamp, ThinkAccelerate, MassChallenge, and Rockstart. His reach extends further into the corporate world, having coached more than 12,000 professionals across 27 countries for global brands such as Booking.com, Tommy Hilfiger, PwC, ING, Google, and IKEA. His bestselling book Pitch To Win distils his methodology into a structured playbook trusted by founders and executives worldwide.
David’s professional journey began at Canon, where he rose from Marketing Assistant to Country Director during a sixteen year career.
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David Beckett is a highly regarded international Pitch Coach who has made a significant impact in the world of pitching and public speaking. With a career spanning over two decades, David has become a sought-after speaker at numerous events and conferences around the globe. His interactive keynotes on pitching are not only informative but also engaging, leaving audiences inspired and equipped with practical tools they can immediately apply.
David’s ability to captivate an audience with his energetic and entertaining delivery sets him apart from other speakers in his field. His approach to pitching is rooted in real-world experience and practical advice, making his sessions both relatable and actionable. Whether he is addressing a small group of entrepreneurs or a large corporate audience, David’s message resonates and motivates.
Over the years, David has helped thousands of individuals and companies refine their pitches, secure funding, and win new business. His passion for helping others succeed is evident in every keynote he delivers, and his commitment to excellence has earned him a stellar reputation in the industry.
One of the reasons David is a sought-after keynote speaker is his ability to tailor his message to diverse audiences. He has spoken at events ranging from tech conferences and startup accelerators to corporate retreats and industry summits. His adaptability and understanding of different sectors allow him to connect with audiences on a personal level, ensuring that his message is both impactful and memorable.
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