An elevator presentation is a slang term for a short speech that outlines an idea for a product, service, or project.#

  • The elevator presentation got its name from the fact that the speech should be short - no longer than the time of the elevator ride - or 30 to 60 seconds.
  • The purpose of an elevator presentation is to pique the listener’s curiosity enough for them to take some action, such as asking for more information or setting up a follow-up meeting.
  • Project managers, salespeople and job seekers use the elevator presentation as a way to promote themselves, their products or their ideas.
  • Entrepreneurs use the elevator presentation to get seed money from venture capitalists and business angels.