Application Deadline: Not specified (apply early)
About the Challenge
The Spark A Gem Pitch-A-Thon Challenge invites female entrepreneurs across multiple sectors to present their business ideas for a chance to get grants that will help scale their ventures to the next level. This initiative is designed to support women-led businesses with funding and visibility, enabling them to grow and create greater economic impact.
Eligible Sectors
Female entrepreneurs from the following sectors are encouraged to apply:
- Food and Beverage Processing and Packaging
- Confectionery
- Catering and Hospitality
- Transportation and Logistics (dispatch/delivery services)
- Beauty and Cosmetics
- Agriculture / Agro-allied (retail and food value chain)
What the Challenge Offers
Selected participants will have the opportunity to:
- Pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges
- Compete for grant funding to scale their ventures
- Gain visibility and networking opportunities
- Access potential mentorship and business support
Why This Challenge Matters
Female entrepreneurs in Nigeria face significant barriers to accessing capital, markets, and networks. The Spark A Gem Pitch-A-Thon Challenge directly addresses these barriers by providing grant funding and a platform for women-led businesses to gain visibility and attract potential investors. By focusing on key sectors such as agriculture, food processing, logistics, beauty, and hospitality, the challenge supports industries where women entrepreneurs are active but often underfunded. For a female entrepreneur looking to scale, this pitch-a-thon offers a valuable opportunity to secure funding, refine their business pitch, and connect with other like-minded business owners.
Who Should Apply
- Female entrepreneurs running businesses in any of the eligible sectors
- Business owners looking to scale their ventures to the next level
- Women with innovative ideas and a clear plan for growth
How to Apply
Visit First Bank Nigeria’s official website and search for “Spark A Gem” or navigate to the programme page.
To apply click here
For More Information: Visit the First Bank Nigeria Official Website
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