Acidus wrote:

Only entrepreneurs ready to pitch can attend.
No observers. No press. No lurkers.

How does it work?
(1) Show up with a 3-minute elevator pitch.
(2) We'll draw names randomly. If you're called, you're on. Give your pitch.
(3) Powerpoint optional! The best pitches have no props, no notes, no teleprompter. It's all you.
(4) When done, the dungeonmasters will ask you questions about your company or idea. They'll pick it apart and leave you whimpering.
(5) Listen, improve your pitch and come back for more next time.

Remember, investors and prospects will never tell you why your pitch sucks. But we will !

this is an interesting idea. An environment to fail spectacularly and get feed back in the process.

It works. You need to go through it several times to really get the benefit. There is also CapVenture, if you want to raise money.

Although the best thing to do if you want to raise money right now is... look out of town.

RE: Atlanta Startup Gauntlet - Toastmasters for Entrepreneurs