About RECED Pitch Competition
Welcome to the RECED Pitch Competition: Elevate 2026, where visionary startups meet extraordinary opportunity. Powered by RECED, this annual competition spotlights bold ideas, breakthrough innovations, and passionate founders ready to transform industries.
Created for ambitious entrepreneurs and future industry leaders, the RECED Pitch Competition offers a powerful platform to present your startup to a panel of seasoned judges and global investors.
Through personalized coaching, exclusive networking, and funding opportunities, RECED helps you refine your business strategy, elevate your pitch, and unlock new avenues for growth.
Apply NowWhy You Should Apply
Expert Feedback & Coaching
Get hands-on guidance from seasoned business leaders and investors.
Valuable Industry Connections
Gain access to mentors, investors, and key industry players.
Global Network
Join our Elevate Community for year-round access to innovators worldwide.
Increased Visibility
Get featured in international media and high-profile events.
Equity-Free Funding
More than just a competition, RECED Pitch Elevate 2026 is a celebration of innovation, grit, and entrepreneurial spirit.
The Judges
The judges represent an array of visionary leaders from different sectors and funders.
Sola Adekanye
VC & Logistics Founder
General Partner at OIA, Founder of T-Pro Logistics
Sola Adekanye
VC & Logistics Founder
Visionary entrepreneur and investor with 15+ years experience in finance, aerospace engineering, and project management. General Partner at OIA, founder of T-Pro Logistics, and active mentor to startup founders.
Specialties: Startup Scaling 路 Impact Investment 路 Mentorship
EJ Ikhile
Data Strategy Leader
Tech Architect & Digital Transformation Expert
EJ Ikhile
Data Strategy Leader
Seasoned delivery architect with 20+ years experience leading complex data transformation projects across industries. Expert in data strategy, governance, modeling, and digital transformation.
Specialties: Data Strategy 路 Digital Transformation 路 Tech Innovation
Titi Ikhile
Entrepreneur Coach
Business Growth & Funding Specialist
Titi Ikhile
Entrepreneur Coach
Dynamic business consultant specializing in growth strategies and funding access. Has empowered hundreds of businesses through strategic guidance and capital solutions.
Specialties: Funding Strategies 路 Business Coaching 路 Growth Planning
Who Attends
Join Africa鈥檚 most dynamic innovation ecosystem
Startup Founders
Ambitious entrepreneurs ready to scale their ventures
Investors
VCs and angel investors seeking promising startups
Mentors
Industry experts providing strategic guidance
Partners
Corporate partners and ecosystem builders
Competition Timeline
Key milestones for the innovation journey
OPEN NOW
Application Open
Submit your innovative solution for review and consideration
8 JUNE 2026
Application Close
Final deadline for submission of all application materials
10 JUNE 2026
Finalists Notified
Semi-finalists selection completed
13 JUN 2026
Final Pitch
Virtual pitch session with Q&A
18 JUN 2026
Grand Finale
Live event in Dallas, TX
Past Events
See the impact and hear from past winners
Video Highlights
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