Deal Room: Scale Your Business at AKTW 2025!
Ready to Take the Leap? Secure Up to N3 Million Capital.
Are you a revenue-generating venture in Akwa Ibom poised for exponential growth? Do you need a capital injection of up to N3,000,000 to expand your operations, break into new markets, or hire key talent?
The Ibom Angel Network invites you to our exclusive Deal Room during Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2025—your direct path to securing smart capital from local and diaspora investors.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for passionate entrepreneurs with any kind of legitimate business that will generate revenue from the first day in the market. Your venture should meet the following criteria:
Revenue Generating
You must have a proven product/service with a verifiable history of sales and revenue.
Funding Need
Seeking up to N3,000,000 capital.
Scalability
Clear plan on how the funding will be used to achieve significant, measurable business growth (e.g., increased market share, launch of a new product line, expansion to a new state).
Location
Primarily operating within Akwa Ibom State.
Sectors
We welcome applications from tech and non-tech ideas. (Whether you sell used laptops, sell Bole, Akara or Barbeque fish, you are welcome)
Team
You must be at least 2 in the founding team with complementing skills
The Deal Room Advantage
This is more than just a pitch competition—it’s a curated investment event designed for serious business growth.
Direct Investor Access
Present your business directly to a room full of qualified Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists ready to deploy capital immediately.
Private Meetings
Scheduled one-on-one meetings with interested investors following your pitch to discuss deal terms and due diligence.
Mentorship & Validation
Receive constructive feedback on your business model, financial projections, and growth strategy from seasoned entrepreneurs and investors.
High Visibility
Gain significant exposure during Akwa Ibom Tech Week, placing your brand in front of media, tech ecosystem leaders, and potential partners.
Key Dates & How to Apply
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Phase 1: Application Submission
The application requires detailed information on your business model, financial history (past 3 months' revenue if any), team, and a clear proposal for how you will utilize the N3 million.
Application Deadline: 29th October, 2025.
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Phase 2: Shortlisting & Pitch Coaching
A select number of high-potential ventures will be invited for an interview and will receive exclusive pitch deck and presentation coaching from the Ibom Angel Network team.
Coaching Dates: 31st October, 2025.
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Phase 3: The Deal Room
The final pitches and networking event take place live during Akwa Ibom Tech Week.
Event Date: Friday, 7th November, 2025
Apply Now
Don’t just survive—thrive. Your next growth phase starts here.
Click the button below to complete the official Deal Room application form.
Investors Application Form
Pitch Application Form
Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee a slot in the Deal Room. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Powered by: The Ibom Angel Network
In Partnership with: Ibom Innovation Network
Contact Us: 07032313948, 08124902222, 08082216299, techweek@ibominnovation.org
