Hanbat National University said on November 10 that it had completed its four-month "Pitchpipe I Investment Education" program, which is meant to help early-stage startups get better at attracting investors.

The program ran from early July to late October. It was open to nine companies, chosen from those selected for the 2026 Initial Startup Package. Through classes on investment theory, consulting on fundraising strategy and help in building investor relations (IR) pitch decks, it sought to sharpen the young firms' ability to raise money.

Representatives of the nine companies said they were highly satisfied with the instruction and with their finished pitch decks. They also said they would take an active part in follow-up programs, including the "Pitchpipe II IR Demo Day."

A pitch deck is a short business presentation, usually a set of slides, that a company shows to investors such as venture capitalists and angel investors when seeking funding.

Hanbat National University said on November 10 that it had completed its four-month "Pit …

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