In a VC meeting, it’s important for the CEO and CTO to present a united front and clearly delineate their roles to effectively convey the strengths of the business. Here’s a breakdown of how you can approach the meeting:

### 1. Who Should Start the Talk?
- **CEO**: The CEO should start the conversation. As the primary leader and spokesperson of the company, the CEO sets the tone, introduces the company, outlines the agenda, and provides a high-level overview of the business.

### 2. What Aspects Should Each of You Talk About?
- **CEO**:
- **Vision and Mission**: Articulate the overall vision, mission, and long-term goals of the company.
- **Business Model**: Explain how the business makes money, the market opportunity, target customers, and competitive landscape.
- **Traction and Metrics**: Highlight key metrics, user growth, revenue, ARPU, and other important milestones.
- **Financials**: Discuss current financials, fundraising goals, and how the funds will be used to achieve growth.

- **CTO**:
- **Technology and Product**: Provide an in-depth overview of the technology stack, product features, and development roadmap.
- **Innovation and IP**: Discuss any unique technology, intellectual property, or innovative aspects of the product that differentiate it from competitors.
- **Technical Challenges and Solutions**: Address how the team plans to overcome technical challenges and the feasibility of scaling the product.

### 3. Who Should Answer Questions?
- **Questions Directed to Both**: If a question is not specifically directed to one of you, the CEO should initially respond and then pass it to the CTO if it’s technical or product-related.
- **CEO**:
- Questions about the business model, market strategy, financials, fundraising, and overall vision.
- **CTO**:
- Questions about the technology, product features, technical challenges, development roadmap, and innovation.

### Additional Tips
- **Preparation**: Before the meeting, anticipate potential questions and decide who will answer which type of question.
- **Coordination**: Coordinate your responses to avoid overlap and ensure a smooth transition between speakers.
- **Body Language**: Maintain positive body language and show alignment between the CEO and CTO. This demonstrates a cohesive leadership team.
- **Practice**: Conduct mock presentations and Q&A sessions to ensure both of you are comfortable and prepared.

By clearly defining roles and preparing thoroughly, you can effectively communicate your startup’s strengths and create a positive impression on potential investors.