Gaining momentum means you are posting, the more posts then the titles will change. They also change depending on other settings and you may also set a custom title in your user CP.
As for a verified there is no hard and fast timeline, it is a volunteer staff, depends on if you sent everything correctly and if a person vouching for you sent an email. A good way to spend this time is to read the forum guidelines,
http://www.eccie.net/announcement.php?f=5