--- title: Investor Pitch Prep for Early-Stage B2B Founders description: Learn to build investor-ready pitch decks with data-driven TAM, SAM & SOM analyses in Olympus Intel. Impress investors with clear, credible market sizing. image: https://olympusintel.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202024-09-30%20at%203.37.31%20PM.png --- [![Olympus Intel Market-Sizing Logo](https://olympusintel.com/hubfs/OI%20.png)](https://olympusintel.com) - [Home](https://olympusintel.com) - [About](https://olympusintel.com/about) - [Blog](https://olympusintel.com/blog) - [FAQs](https://olympusintel.com/faqs) - [Contact Us](https://olympusintel.com/contact) [SIGN UP](https://olympusintel.com/checkoutstart-select) [Log In](https://platform.olympusintel.com) Market Sizing # Use Case: Investor Pitch Preparation for Early Stage B2B Entrepreneurs Learn to build investor-ready pitch decks with data-driven TAM, SAM & SOM analyses in Olympus Intel. Impress investors with clear, credible market sizing. [Katie Iannace](https://olympusintel.com/blog/author/katie-iannace) Jun 18, 2025 --- Preparing a compelling investor pitch requires more than a great idea—it demands data you can trust. In this use case, see how Olympus Intel helps early-stage B2B founders build investor-ready decks by embedding clear, credible TAM, SAM & SOM analyses. ## 1. Define Your Market Opportunity Start by identifying your Total Addressable Market (TAM). Use our [TAM guide](https://olympusintel.com/blog/what-is-tam-and-how-to-calculate-it-unlocking-your-market-potential) to calculate the full universe of potential customers. • Pull in industry revenue data (e.g., from NAICS/BLS). • Apply broad filters—geography, firm size, verticals—to set realistic boundaries. • Note potential outliers or niches that could inflate your TAM estimates. ## 2. Narrow to Your Serviceable Market Next, refine to your Serviceable Addressable Market (SAM). Filter by geography, industry verticals, or company size in the Model Builder—learn more in our [SAM deep dive](https://olympusintel.com/blog/what-is-sam-and-how-to-find-it-zeroing-in-on-your-market-opportunity). • Exclude segments outside your sales reach or product fit. • Layer additional filters such as revenue band or employee count. • Review how different combinations impact SAM size—and pick the one that best matches your go-to-market plan. ## 3. Drill to Your Obtainable Share Finally, estimate your Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM) using real-world constraints—sales capacity, conversion rates, and competitive landscape. See our [SOM article](https://olympusintel.com/blog/serviceable-obtainable-market-som) for methods and examples. • Input realistic conversion assumptions (e.g., 3–5% close rate). • Factor in ramp time for new sales hires or channel partners. • Compare against competitors’ market shares to sanity-check your projections. ## 4. Embed Charts Directly into Your Deck Olympus Intel lets you export polished charts—TAM vs. SAM vs. SOM visualizations—straight into PowerPoint. Investors love seeing data presented clearly. • Choose from bar, pie, or waterfall charts to highlight key comparisons. • Add your company logo and custom color palette for brand consistency. • Export as SVG or PNG to maintain high resolution on every slide. ## 5. Pro Tips for Maximum Impact • \*\*Narrative over numbers:\*\* Always pair charts with a one-sentence takeaway. • \*\*Benchmark context:\*\* Show how your SOM stacks up against industry incumbents. • \*\*Scenario planning:\*\* Include a “what-if” slide with aggressive vs. conservative assumptions. ## Ready to Build Your Investor Deck? [Run Your First Model for $79](https://olympusintel.com/checkoutstart-select) You may also like: - [How to Find TAM, SAM & SOM: A Comprehensive Guide](https://olympusintel.com/blog/how-to-find-tam-sam-and-som-a-comprehensive-guide) - [Introducing the Market Opportunity Simulator](https://olympusintel.com/blog/introducing-the-market-opportunity-simulator) - [Bottoms-Up Market Sizing Framework](https://olympusintel.com/blog/bottoms-up-market-sizing-a-practical-framework-for-entrepreneurs) [Market Sizing](https://olympusintel.com/blog/tag/market-sizing) [Use Cases](https://olympusintel.com/blog/tag/use-cases) ## Similar posts Market Sizing ### [Market Sizing for Startups: A Guide to TAM, SAM, SOM and Success](https://olympusintel.com/blog/market-sizing-for-startups) Learn how startups can accurately size their TAM, SAM & SOM to attract investors, set realistic revenue targets, and drive growth. 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