Deal Room
Welcome to the Deal Room.
Your Gateway to Investment at the ISN Annual Gathering 2024
The ISN Annual Gathering 2024 Deal Room theme is “The Pitch Perfect Deal”
The Deal Room is the centerpiece of opportunity at the 2024 ISN Annual Gathering which is designed to elevate the Nigerian entrepreneurial landscape by providing a platform for high-potential startup founders to secure investment directly.
The 2024 ISN AG Deal Room will be a fast-paced, deal-making environment that brings together innovative startups and seasoned investors, creating an arena where business ideas can be showcased, scrutinized, and potentially funded in real-time.
15 quality startups will be shortlisted to pitch to a select audience and panel of investors who will guide the process through a series of questions to determine the investment-worthiness of these startups. These startups get to participate in a pitch masterclass to prepare them for Deal Day.
a dynamic platform designed to catalyze Nigeria's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
At the heart of the ISN 2024 Annual Gathering lies the Deal Room, a dynamic platform designed to catalyze Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This fast-paced setting brings together promising businesses and seasoned investors, creating an ideal environment for dealmaking and collaboration.
Call for Applications: September 9, 2024 - October 12, 2024
Application Review Period: October 12 - 16
Notification of Selection for Deal Preparation: October 17, 2024
Confirmation of Attendance/Announcement of Shortlisted Businesses: October 17 - 19
Pitch Masterclass: October 21
Deal Day: October 31, 2024
Businesses eligible for the Deal Room must operate within sectors such as Agriculture and Food Security, Education and Training, Healthcare, Financial Inclusion, Energy, Governance and Transparency, Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability, Infrastructure Development, and have a sustainable business model with clear scalability potential. They also:
• Must be post-MVP
• Must be post-GTM
• Must be between 1-5 years
• post-incorporation
• Must be for-profit
• Must be a Nigerian Business
• Available to attend the Deal Room physically in Uyo, Akwa Ibom 0n October 31, 2024
• Top 3 most impressive pitches will be rewarded with cash prizes.
• Up to $200,000 in cloud credits for all 15 shortlisted startups
• VIP access to exclusive networking dinner with investors and high profile industry leaders
• Media coverage by our partner blogs
By showcasing your business idea to potential investors, you will gain valuable insights, receive direct feedback, and explore opportunities for strategic partnerships. The Deal Room offers you an unparalleled chance to secure funding, connect with industry leaders, and take your business to new heights.
Why Apply as an Entrepreneur?
Simply fill out the application form to provide key details about your business, including your business model, market opportunity, and funding needs. If your application is shortlisted, you will have the opportunity to pitch your idea to a panel of seasoned investors at the ISN Annual Gathering Deal Room
Discover a diverse range of promising startups and innovative businesses. Connect directly with entrepreneurs and explore unique investment opportunities that align with your risk tolerance and investment goals. Our carefully curated selection of high-potential businesses will help you diversify your portfolio and maximize your returns.
Why Participate as an Investor?
- Access a carefully curated selection of businesses with strong growth potential, thoroughly vetted to meet your investment requirements.
- Get access to high-yield investment opportunities with the possibility of long-term growth and profitable returns.
- Engage directly with innovative entrepreneurs who are transforming industries and shaping the future of business in Nigeria.
- Stay ahead of the curve with early access to innovative businesses, industry insights, and exclusive events.
Deal Room Partners
