Pitch Your Business Initiative

Business Innovation

Pitch Your Business Initiative

Within the Watchman Young Adults Forum are young men and women building businesses, solving problems, creating opportunities, and proving that faith and enterprise can thrive together. The ARISE 2026 Pitch Your Business Initiative was created to discover those people, celebrate their courage, and support them with the resources and visibility needed to go further.

Requirement

Who Can Apply

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Age Requirement

You must be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of application. This initiative is specifically designed for young adults in their building and launching season.

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Registered Business

You must own or operate a registered business with a valid Tax Identification Number (TIN). This is for builders already in the arena — not just planning to be.

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WCCRM Membership

You must be an active, devoted member of WCCRM with at least 3 years of participation. This initiative is for the Watchman family — rooted in the community that raised you.

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Nigeria-Based

Open to young adults across Nigeria who are active members of the Watchman Catholic Charismatic Renewal Movement. All branches are welcome to apply.

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Not sure if you qualify? If you are an active WCCRM member aged 18–35 with a registered business and a TIN, you are eligible. Applications close June 2, 2026 — only complete submissions will be reviewed.

The Process

How It Works

Four structured stages take you from application to the main stage at ARISE 2026.

Step One

Apply Online

Submit your application and pitch deck online. Take your time — only complete submissions will be reviewed. Applications close June 2nd.

🗓️ Closes June 2, 2026

Step Two

Virtual Interview

Shortlisted applicants are invited to a virtual interview with the ARISE 2026 Planning Committee. Bring your business and vision to life.

Step Three

Physical Screening

Candidates who progress take part in a physical screening — assessing the strength of your business and your readiness to pitch on a live stage.

Step Four • Conference Day

Pitch Live at ARISE 2026

The five finalists take the main stage. 10 minutes to present, 3–5 minute Q&A. One winner is announced before a live audience.

🏆 ₦1,000,000 Grant

Win a ₦1,000,000 Business Grant

Top 5 finalists will pitch live at ARISE 2026 before judges and attendees.