Join us for Mastering the Pitch with Forbes Riley and Brian MacMahon and your host Scott Kelly
Learn how to use an effective pitch to sell more products and services and raise more capital from the world’s top experts. Leave with actionable tools and resources to exceed beyond your wildest dreams!
We will cover:
- Why having an effective pitch is MANDATORY
- What to include in your pitch
- Mistakes you need to AVOID
- and much more!
Our esteemed guests:
Forbes Riley is a powerhouse entrepreneur, iconic TV host, bestselling author, and globally recognized speaker who has generated over $2.5 billion in product sales. Dubbed the Queen of Pitch, Forbes became a household name through 197 infomercials, countless QVC and HSN appearances, and groundbreaking live presentations that have influenced millions. She is a two-time TEDx speaker, recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, and a member of the National Fitness Hall of Fame.
Her signature training, Pitch Like a Pro, has empowered over 47,000 students to master the art of communication, build confidence, and close high-ticket deals by learning how to pitch with authenticity, clarity, and emotional power. A fierce advocate for entrepreneurs, inventors, and visionaries, Forbes built her business empire by turning ideas into movements—and strangers into clients—in 60 seconds or less.
Forbes is the inventor of the fitness phenomenon SpinGym, has co-hosted with legends like Jack LaLanne, Billy Mays, and Montel Williams, and helped launch iconic brands on camera including the George Foreman Grill and Jack LaLanne Power Juicer. Her ability to inspire, influence, and close has made her a go-to coach for celebrities, CEOs, and industry disruptors alike.
Brian is the founder (CEO) and Managing Partner of Expert DOJO, which was ranked 7th in global venture activity in 2022, boasting over 260 startup investments. Expert DOJO not only offers a growth accelerator and a later-stage fund, investing millions annually but also stands out with its unique emphasis on startup growth.
Brian is renowned for his extensive experience and influence within the startup ecosystem, both in the US and internationally. He is a regular invitee to various conferences, often presenting or judging, and attends at least one event every week.
With his profound insights and achievements, Brian is keen on expanding his footprint in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. He plans to establish a local Expert Dojo Accelerator office, mirroring our existing model, and is actively fundraising for our growth opportunity fund.
Your Host:
Scott Kelly is the Founder and CEO of Black Dog Venture Partners. Black Dog Venture Partners is a business accelerator that provides access to funding through our network of 13,000 investors, business development through our network of 40,000 business partners, sales/marketing and executive coaching services for disruptive companies.
He is also host of VC Fast Pitch which connects startups with the nation’s top investors and the host of the Emerging Managers Podcast which features the world’s top VC fund managers.