Build & Pitch is an entrepreneurship training and pitch competition designed to unlock the innovative potential of UWI St. Augustine's alumni and final-year students.
This initiative, hosted by UWI Connect and sponsored by Unit Trust Corporation, aims to equip participants with the practical skills, guidance, and confidence needed to turn bold ideas into thriving, impactful businesses. Through interactive training modules and a high-stakes pitch competition, Build & Pitch encourages sustainable, community-minded entrepreneurship within the UWI alumni network
After completing the training, pitch your business to an expert evaluation panel.
The winning pitch will receive $15,000 in startup capital courtesy Unit Trust Corporation!
Build & Pitch training is open to:
*Only those who complete the training will be eligible to enter the pitch competition
Training start date: September 9th, 2025
Training end date: September 26th, 2025
Training days: Tuesdays and Thursdays each week
Time : 6PM-9PM
Mode : Virtual via Zoom
Module 1
Pitch for Success
Learn how to prepare for a pitch, create and effectively deliver your pitch deck presentation.
Special guest: Dareem Jeffery
Module 2
Idea to Innovation
Sharpen your edge with modules in Ideation, Value Creation, and Innovation & IP built for bold entrepreneurs.
Special guest: Richard Aching
Module 3
Market Strategy
Master your market with insights on Positioning, Competitor Analysis, and E-commerce Engagement
Special guest: Keron Rose
Module 4
Business Model Canvas
Build smarter with essentials in Business Planning, Model Structure, and Strategy
Module 5
Financial Strategy
Get finance-savvy with step-by-step forecasting, sensitivity analysis, capital planning and compliance.
Special guest: Frank Walkins
You can pay your TTD $512.50 registration fee using one of the following options:
Bank Name: Republic Bank Limited
Bank
Address: UWI, St. Augustine, Trinidad
SWIFT Code: RBNKTTPX
Account Name: The University of the West Indies
Account Number: 160 284 614 001
Account Type: Chequing
Reason for Payment: Build & Pitch Programme
You may also visit any Republic Bank branch to make a deposit using the above account details.
Make your payment at the Bursary’s Cashier
Location: Main Administration Building, Main Campus
Opening Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Account Number: 29039-5508-5501-3
Please email a copy of your payment receipt to sta-uwiconnect@uwi.edu to confirm your registration.
