Hack 51 has emerged winner of TrendX’s Pitch2win Competition with groundbreaking business ideas, winning the sum of N5m.
Pitch2Win is backed by Nelson Elemi, Founder of TrendX, is a one-stop blockchain platform for education and asset tokenization.
Other winners include Decenter AI and Wear Naija, who came second and third with a cash prize of N3m and N2 million respectively, while ten other participants received N100, 000 each for their exceptional contributions to the competition.
In a statement, it said Elemi, whose drive to nurture innovation and foster transformation has been relentless over the years, emphasized that the event represents more than just a competition, but also a platform to empower startups and inspire the next wave of business leaders.
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“The journey of entrepreneurship requires boldness, vision and willingness to fight for the idea. With Pitch2Win, we are not just handing out prizes; we are creating a launchpad for transformative ideas to thrive,” he said.
The Pitch2Win journey began with an open call for applications on November 15, 2024, which saw entrepreneurs from diverse industries submit their ideas. After a rigorous review process, 10 outstanding participants were selected based on pitch quality, business potential and growth scalability.
The finalists participated in a four-day mentorship programme from December 7 to 10, where they received guidance from industry experts on entrepreneurship, innovation, and growth strategies. This culminated in an exciting Pitch Day on December 13, featuring keynote speeches, engaging presentations, and collaborative networking opportunities.
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