Michael Dooijes
Michael Dooijes

Startup Liaison at Consulate General of the Netherlands in San Francisco

David is the best pitch coach in the world. He provides you with tools to give your ideas the best possible voice and set yourself up for a winner. Guaranteed success
Michael Dooijes
Michael Dooijes

Startup Liaison at Consulate General of the Netherlands in San Francisco

David is the best pitch coach in the world. He provides you with tools to give your ideas the best possible voice and set yourself up for a winner. Guaranteed success

Jun 18, 2025

Jun 18, 2025

Coralie Dohse
Coralie Dohse

L & D Manager, Cartier

David conducted a 1 day workshop with our Heads of HR and our Regional HR Team. His pitch training is very hands-on, very concrete and we were able to pitch our Managing Director right after! David has an energy that everyone appreciated, we really recommend his good vibes!
Coralie Dohse
Coralie Dohse

L & D Manager, Cartier

David conducted a 1 day workshop with our Heads of HR and our Regional HR Team. His pitch training is very hands-on, very concrete and we were able to pitch our Managing Director right after! David has an energy that everyone appreciated, we really recommend his good vibes!

Jun 5, 2023

Jun 5, 2023

Rachelle Young
Rachelle Young

Program Director TNW (The Next Web)

Working with David at TNW Amsterdam and Valencia has been an absolute pleasure. His exceptional coaching and moderating skills, paired with his approachable demeanor, consistently enhance our startup sessions. David's expertise as a speaker and coach ensures an enjoyable and easily accessible learning experience for both startup founders and investors alike.
Rachelle Young
Rachelle Young

Program Director TNW (The Next Web)

Working with David at TNW Amsterdam and Valencia has been an absolute pleasure. His exceptional coaching and moderating skills, paired with his approachable demeanor, consistently enhance our startup sessions. David's expertise as a speaker and coach ensures an enjoyable and easily accessible learning experience for both startup founders and investors alike.

Apr 14, 2023

Apr 14, 2023

Dana Noormets
Dana Noormets

MICE Marketing Manager at Visit Estonia

What great results! The participants are claiming it to be the best and most practical workshop they have attended in a long time. I would like to thank you also from my side for all your support during the planning process. It was a very smooth collaboration
Dana Noormets
Dana Noormets

MICE Marketing Manager at Visit Estonia

What great results! The participants are claiming it to be the best and most practical workshop they have attended in a long time. I would like to thank you also from my side for all your support during the planning process. It was a very smooth collaboration

Jun 12, 2025

Jun 12, 2025

Ilja Linnemeijer
Ilja Linnemeijer

Partner, former Chief of Digital, PwC

I have had the privilege to witness first-hand how David’s powerful coaching has helped numerous startups, professionals and innovation leaders to dramatically improve their pitch.
Ilja Linnemeijer
Ilja Linnemeijer

Partner, former Chief of Digital, PwC

I have had the privilege to witness first-hand how David’s powerful coaching has helped numerous startups, professionals and innovation leaders to dramatically improve their pitch.

Jun 18, 2025

Jun 18, 2025

Kristine Berglund
Kristine Berglund

PwC, Manager Scale Startup Programs

Thank you so much for a brilliant masterclass! Super professional class. I loved the structure, your method, keeping it simple yet informative. And of course you truly living what you learn, referring to your impeccable presenting skills. Thanks for also tailoring it to our programme
Kristine Berglund
Kristine Berglund

PwC, Manager Scale Startup Programs

Thank you so much for a brilliant masterclass! Super professional class. I loved the structure, your method, keeping it simple yet informative. And of course you truly living what you learn, referring to your impeccable presenting skills. Thanks for also tailoring it to our programme

Oct 9, 2024

Oct 9, 2024

Maria Sabbagh
Maria Sabbagh

Program Manager, EIT InnoEnergy

We received excellent feedback from your pitching session. Everyone who attended mentioned that it greatly improved their pitching skills. Thank you for delivering such a valuable training!
Maria Sabbagh
Maria Sabbagh

Program Manager, EIT InnoEnergy

We received excellent feedback from your pitching session. Everyone who attended mentioned that it greatly improved their pitching skills. Thank you for delivering such a valuable training!

Oct 22, 2024

Oct 22, 2024

Ivo Audenaerd
Ivo Audenaerd

Consultant @ Sdu

In a short period of time David taught us the art of pitching. With direct to use tips, tricks and advice great people turned into great pitchers.

Ivo Audenaerd
Ivo Audenaerd

Consultant @ Sdu

In a short period of time David taught us the art of pitching. With direct to use tips, tricks and advice great people turned into great pitchers.

Apr 3, 2023

Apr 3, 2023

Anika Nieh
Anika Nieh

TomTom, USA

Thank you so much for your workshop today. We had a ton of positive feedback about your session already. It was super informative and helpful for the team. Looking forward to working with you again in the future!
Anika Nieh
Anika Nieh

TomTom, USA

Thank you so much for your workshop today. We had a ton of positive feedback about your session already. It was super informative and helpful for the team. Looking forward to working with you again in the future!

Apr 13, 2023

Apr 13, 2023

Sylvie van den Meerendonk
Sylvie van den Meerendonk

Founder, Purpose Pilot

What we learned in the pitch workshop by David Beckett, we later could put into practice, with success! We connected to a super purpose driven investor that we connected with on making positive impact. David's information is absolutely the best on pitching I ever came across!
Sylvie van den Meerendonk
Sylvie van den Meerendonk

Founder, Purpose Pilot

What we learned in the pitch workshop by David Beckett, we later could put into practice, with success! We connected to a super purpose driven investor that we connected with on making positive impact. David's information is absolutely the best on pitching I ever came across!

Jun 25, 2024

Jun 25, 2024

Arjan Goudsblom
Arjan Goudsblom

Senior Connector Deeptech, TechLeap

Thanks so much again for bringing so much energy & expertise to the session yesterday, it was really valuable for our founders - as always.
Arjan Goudsblom
Arjan Goudsblom

Senior Connector Deeptech, TechLeap

Thanks so much again for bringing so much energy & expertise to the session yesterday, it was really valuable for our founders - as always.

Mar 25, 2026

Mar 25, 2026

Sandra Tituk
Sandra Tituk

Event Manager, Delfi Meedia

I really enjoyed the talk, the interactive part I felt was especially powerful, and you are such a great speaker to listen on the stage, it felt very natural and easy to listen.
Sandra Tituk
Sandra Tituk

Event Manager, Delfi Meedia

I really enjoyed the talk, the interactive part I felt was especially powerful, and you are such a great speaker to listen on the stage, it felt very natural and easy to listen.

Mar 20, 2026

Mar 20, 2026

Angela Loppies
Angela Loppies

Project Manager Trade Fairs and Missions, Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO)

Your guidance and practical tips on presenting effectively in the U.S. were incredibly valuable for our trade mission participants. Thank you for making the session so engaging and inspiring. We truly appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to preparing and sharing your expertise. Your insights made a real impact, and we hope to have the pleasure of working with you again in the future.
Angela Loppies
Angela Loppies

Project Manager Trade Fairs and Missions, Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO)

Your guidance and practical tips on presenting effectively in the U.S. were incredibly valuable for our trade mission participants. Thank you for making the session so engaging and inspiring. We truly appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to preparing and sharing your expertise. Your insights made a real impact, and we hope to have the pleasure of working with you again in the future.

Mar 18, 2026

Mar 18, 2026

Didan Ashanta Wedderburn
Didan Ashanta Wedderburn

Board Of Directors member, Tribe Network

Hi David! Back in 2021, I found your YouTube videos and pitch canvas. I used those resources to win 2 pitch competitions - and taught my 11 yr old, who also won 2 pitch competitions. Thank you!
Didan Ashanta Wedderburn
Didan Ashanta Wedderburn

Board Of Directors member, Tribe Network

Hi David! Back in 2021, I found your YouTube videos and pitch canvas. I used those resources to win 2 pitch competitions - and taught my 11 yr old, who also won 2 pitch competitions. Thank you!

Jan 22, 2026

Jan 22, 2026

David Campbell
David Campbell

Director Communications World Press Photo Foundation

Pitching is not just for startups. With staff presenting our foundation’s story around the world, we need to make sure they can do so in the best way, and David Beckett’s training helped us immeasurably. Even if you’re an accomplished public speaker, you will improve with his insights.
David Campbell
David Campbell

Director Communications World Press Photo Foundation

Pitching is not just for startups. With staff presenting our foundation’s story around the world, we need to make sure they can do so in the best way, and David Beckett’s training helped us immeasurably. Even if you’re an accomplished public speaker, you will improve with his insights.

Jun 18, 2025

Jun 18, 2025

Bharati Chaturvedi
Bharati Chaturvedi

Global Learning & Developmnent Manager, SHV Energy

Thank you for engaging with participants in the most insightful and meaningful way. We have superb feedback from all the participants, and we will surely reach out to you for the next programme.
Bharati Chaturvedi
Bharati Chaturvedi

Global Learning & Developmnent Manager, SHV Energy

Thank you for engaging with participants in the most insightful and meaningful way. We have superb feedback from all the participants, and we will surely reach out to you for the next programme.

Jun 18, 2025

Jun 18, 2025

Maribel
Maribel

CCO - Chat Ergo Bot

I had the pleasure of attending David's talk at TNW in Valencia, Spain, and it really helped me rework my elevator pitch. Your insights have been incredibly helpful in transforming the way I communicate my message.
Maribel
Maribel

CCO - Chat Ergo Bot

I had the pleasure of attending David's talk at TNW in Valencia, Spain, and it really helped me rework my elevator pitch. Your insights have been incredibly helpful in transforming the way I communicate my message.

Mar 31, 2023

Mar 31, 2023

Alina Hekelaar
Alina Hekelaar

Founder @WorkWonder.co

I had a coaching session with David for my 3-minute pitch and it was incredibly helpful. He gave clear, actionable feedback and insightful advice that really helped me sharpen my story. I walked away with a much stronger pitch and a better understanding of how to communicate my message effectively. Highly recommend!
Alina Hekelaar
Alina Hekelaar

Founder @WorkWonder.co

I had a coaching session with David for my 3-minute pitch and it was incredibly helpful. He gave clear, actionable feedback and insightful advice that really helped me sharpen my story. I walked away with a much stronger pitch and a better understanding of how to communicate my message effectively. Highly recommend!

May 21, 2025

May 21, 2025

Richard Rushby
Richard Rushby

SG Papertronics - COO

Thank you for the workshop you gave within Tech leap Pole Position programme. I worked further to refine the narrative based on your framework and feedback and was able to take it to Draper University and place in the top presentations of my cohort, in large part, due to the advice and support you gave. The key challenges of addressing the burning question and simplifying a complex idea for the right audience were the two areas that really took the pitch to the next level.
Richard Rushby
Richard Rushby

SG Papertronics - COO

Thank you for the workshop you gave within Tech leap Pole Position programme. I worked further to refine the narrative based on your framework and feedback and was able to take it to Draper University and place in the top presentations of my cohort, in large part, due to the advice and support you gave. The key challenges of addressing the burning question and simplifying a complex idea for the right audience were the two areas that really took the pitch to the next level.

Nov 9, 2023

Nov 9, 2023

Andries van Dort
Andries van Dort

ValleiEnergie

Working together with you, David Beckett, brings story-telling/pitching alive. Thanks for re-iterating the effort needed (anyone can master it) to blend the inspiration with the structure to a convincing pitch. This time it brought ideas to share with teams at a client I'm working with to help them being successful.

Andries van Dort
Andries van Dort

ValleiEnergie

Working together with you, David Beckett, brings story-telling/pitching alive. Thanks for re-iterating the effort needed (anyone can master it) to blend the inspiration with the structure to a convincing pitch. This time it brought ideas to share with teams at a client I'm working with to help them being successful.

Nov 9, 2023

Nov 9, 2023

Matthias Koeppe
Matthias Koeppe

Chief Commercial Officer, Rightware Oy

Dear David, thank you for the great insights! Your fresh and engaging presentation style made the learning experience both enjoyable and impactful.

Matthias Koeppe
Matthias Koeppe

Chief Commercial Officer, Rightware Oy

Dear David, thank you for the great insights! Your fresh and engaging presentation style made the learning experience both enjoyable and impactful.

Nov 10, 2023

Nov 10, 2023

Kevin D'Ambros-Smith
Kevin D'Ambros-Smith

Motherbase Business Coaching

David you make the process of putting together an impactful presentation so simple and straightforward. I have learned so much (and I present a lot)

Kevin D'Ambros-Smith
Kevin D'Ambros-Smith

Motherbase Business Coaching

David you make the process of putting together an impactful presentation so simple and straightforward. I have learned so much (and I present a lot)

Nov 12, 2023

Nov 12, 2023

Ramon Schelwald
Ramon Schelwald

Head of business development, Rinkel

Thank you so much for the workshop. Your tips and templates fit perfectly in our proposition message update. A great help to create focus on our messaging. As the head of business development at Rinkel, it is good to get a reset and refocus on what it is we want to say. 

Ramon Schelwald
Ramon Schelwald

Head of business development, Rinkel

Thank you so much for the workshop. Your tips and templates fit perfectly in our proposition message update. A great help to create focus on our messaging. As the head of business development at Rinkel, it is good to get a reset and refocus on what it is we want to say. 

Nov 10, 2023

Nov 10, 2023

Andrea Marchiotto
Andrea Marchiotto

CMO, VideowindoW

David is a fervent mentor and passionate coach who guided me and my team to deliver stellar presentations during my tenure at Unilever's corporate accelerator. His assistance enabled us to successfully pitch our internal project, persuading the management to invest in it.
Andrea Marchiotto
Andrea Marchiotto

CMO, VideowindoW

David is a fervent mentor and passionate coach who guided me and my team to deliver stellar presentations during my tenure at Unilever's corporate accelerator. His assistance enabled us to successfully pitch our internal project, persuading the management to invest in it.

Nov 10, 2023

Nov 10, 2023

Coulier Patrick
Coulier Patrick

President at the eCloud Company

I had the privilege of working several times with David Beckett for pitch coaching, and I can confidently say that he is a true expert in the field. David's deep knowledge and passion for effective communication shine through in every session. He has the unique ability to dissect my message, identify areas for improvement, and has provided practical strategies to make our message more compelling. David's coaching style is supportive and constructive. His insights into storytelling, body language, and the psychology of pitching are invaluable. Thanks to David's guidance, I really improved my pitching skills. I highly recommend David Beckett to anyone looking to enhance their pitch and presentation abilities. He truly is an expert in pitch coaching.
Coulier Patrick
Coulier Patrick

President at the eCloud Company

I had the privilege of working several times with David Beckett for pitch coaching, and I can confidently say that he is a true expert in the field. David's deep knowledge and passion for effective communication shine through in every session. He has the unique ability to dissect my message, identify areas for improvement, and has provided practical strategies to make our message more compelling. David's coaching style is supportive and constructive. His insights into storytelling, body language, and the psychology of pitching are invaluable. Thanks to David's guidance, I really improved my pitching skills. I highly recommend David Beckett to anyone looking to enhance their pitch and presentation abilities. He truly is an expert in pitch coaching.

Nov 10, 2023

Nov 10, 2023

Joao Calixto
Joao Calixto

Co-Founder, Freetilizer

Thanks again for your insights during NEC Pitch Preparation. The three of us at Freetilizer agree that your Workshop and the 1-to-1 meeting were amazing, and had a tremendous positive impact on us and on the way we will Pitch in the future.

Joao Calixto
Joao Calixto

Co-Founder, Freetilizer

Thanks again for your insights during NEC Pitch Preparation. The three of us at Freetilizer agree that your Workshop and the 1-to-1 meeting were amazing, and had a tremendous positive impact on us and on the way we will Pitch in the future.

Nov 2, 2023

Nov 2, 2023

Line Christensen
Line Christensen

CEO Loop UX

Hi David! Again thank you a lot for a great workshop in Amsterdam last week. The whole team agreed that it was both fun and very valuable.
Line Christensen
Line Christensen

CEO Loop UX

Hi David! Again thank you a lot for a great workshop in Amsterdam last week. The whole team agreed that it was both fun and very valuable.

Jun 15, 2023

Jun 15, 2023

Elliot Lyons
Elliot Lyons

Content Producer, Cognito Media

David effectively breaks down how to pitch where anyone can understand. But more importantly,  he gets people to systematically think about how to express who they are and what they do in an engaging and exciting way. This is a rarity.

Elliot Lyons
Elliot Lyons

Content Producer, Cognito Media

David effectively breaks down how to pitch where anyone can understand. But more importantly,  he gets people to systematically think about how to express who they are and what they do in an engaging and exciting way. This is a rarity.

May 15, 2023

May 15, 2023

Sofia Bravo
Sofia Bravo

ANI - Agência Nacional de Inovação Portugal: Tech SMEs and startups support - European funds

Thank you David Beckett for the incredible work you do helping startups raising the level of their pitches and being more prepared to compete!

Sofia Bravo
Sofia Bravo

ANI - Agência Nacional de Inovação Portugal: Tech SMEs and startups support - European funds

Thank you David Beckett for the incredible work you do helping startups raising the level of their pitches and being more prepared to compete!

May 12, 2023

May 12, 2023

Thomas Verhamme
Thomas Verhamme

Managing Director Somfy Belux

Great keynote & pitch-exercise today at the F1 Race circuit of Zandvoort with our Somfy team. Thanks for the insights & hands-on learning. 

Thomas Verhamme
Thomas Verhamme

Managing Director Somfy Belux

Great keynote & pitch-exercise today at the F1 Race circuit of Zandvoort with our Somfy team. Thanks for the insights & hands-on learning. 

Apr 14, 2023

Apr 14, 2023

Tawhida Shiropa
Tawhida Shiropa

Founder, Moner Bondhu, Winner of Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontoer Challenge

We feel privileged to be guided by David Beckett before the final pitch of Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontier Challenge. Without his immense support and suggestions we could not have won the €100,000 prize. Experiencing your guidance is going to be an asset to our knowledge for our lifetime.

Tawhida Shiropa
Tawhida Shiropa

Founder, Moner Bondhu, Winner of Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontoer Challenge

We feel privileged to be guided by David Beckett before the final pitch of Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Frontier Challenge. Without his immense support and suggestions we could not have won the €100,000 prize. Experiencing your guidance is going to be an asset to our knowledge for our lifetime.

Apr 14, 2023

Apr 14, 2023

Wes Leewis
Wes Leewis

Founder, TCS-NA

I have been following you for about 6 years now since I was in grad school. Don't stop what you're doing. I think your work is invaluable for young entrepreneurs. I have found your down to earth perspective and guidance most helpful. Thanks for your passion and commitment.
Wes Leewis
Wes Leewis

Founder, TCS-NA

I have been following you for about 6 years now since I was in grad school. Don't stop what you're doing. I think your work is invaluable for young entrepreneurs. I have found your down to earth perspective and guidance most helpful. Thanks for your passion and commitment.

Apr 13, 2023

Apr 13, 2023

Milutin Pavicevic
Milutin Pavicevic

CEO at Me-Net, Co-founder at ZUNO games

Thank you for your workshop for Giz / TNW today. Some of the most inspiring couple of hours i've had this year.
Milutin Pavicevic
Milutin Pavicevic

CEO at Me-Net, Co-founder at ZUNO games

Thank you for your workshop for Giz / TNW today. Some of the most inspiring couple of hours i've had this year.

Apr 13, 2023

Apr 13, 2023

Aiva Eiduka
Aiva Eiduka

Personal branding strategist

David's wealth of knowledge and profound insights made the workshop content effortlessly understandable, and the practice exercises were great! What truly set David apart was his character - he's an incredible human being with a genuine heart and an approachable personality that makes connecting with him so easy. He is a true master of the art of pitching.

Aiva Eiduka
Aiva Eiduka

Personal branding strategist

David's wealth of knowledge and profound insights made the workshop content effortlessly understandable, and the practice exercises were great! What truly set David apart was his character - he's an incredible human being with a genuine heart and an approachable personality that makes connecting with him so easy. He is a true master of the art of pitching.

Apr 11, 2023

Apr 11, 2023

Ka
Ka

Projectmanager RVO

Excellent pitch training by David for our trade mission to the RSA Conference in San Francisco! Ready, set, Action!
Ka
Ka

Projectmanager RVO

Excellent pitch training by David for our trade mission to the RSA Conference in San Francisco! Ready, set, Action!

Apr 11, 2023

Apr 11, 2023

Marina Illerhues
Marina Illerhues

Randstad NV

Great training, clear message and very helpful materials!
Marina Illerhues
Marina Illerhues

Randstad NV

Great training, clear message and very helpful materials!

Mar 29, 2023

Mar 29, 2023