Demo Day Tips

The Basics

Don't share your invitation.

Your invitation is only intended for you. This is a private, invitation-only event.

Use a computer, not a phone or tablet.

During Demo Day, we use an online system to let you specify which startups you want to meet. It is easiest to browse companies and generate invitations while watching the presentations on the same large screen.

Handshake Deal Protocol.

Most of the companies are going to be using a standardized convention for handshake deals. Learn more.

Familiarize yourself with the Safe

The companies will be raising money using investment paperwork created by Y Combinator - the Simple Agreement for Future Equity ("Safe"). You should make sure you are familiar with this paperwork. Learn more.