Events
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NEC Elevate Your Pitch
OCT 23, 10 – 11:30 AM
Get direct feedback on your pitch & walk away with clear, actionable ways to make it stronger.
Location: Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Details & RSVPCapital Sessions: Exit Strategy: Build with the End in Mind
OCT 23, 2 – 5 PM
Learn how to plan for a successful startup exit + a hands-on workshop to map your ideal acquirer & build a strategy to get there.
Location: Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Details & RSVPThe Studio Nashville
OCT 27 – 29
A 3-day leadership event featuring executive panels, live music, local experiences, and the Global C-suite Awards.
Location: Country Music Hall of Fame | 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203
Details & ApplicationHang On Health: Business, Biology & the Future of Mental Wellness
OCT 28, 9 – 11 AM
Entrepreneur & Genomind CEO Bill Brown shares insights on genetics, mental health, & how personal challenges shape leadership & innovation.
Location: Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Details & RSVPAnchor Leadership – Developing Steady Leaders for a Shifting World
NOV 1 – 2
A 2-day immersive workshop for emerging professionals & entrepreneurs to uncover their leadership style, strengthen emotional stamina, & gain practical tools to lead with confidence.
Location: Nashville Entrepreneur Center
Details & RSVPStartup Mountain Summit
NOV 6 – 8
A three-day conference in the Appalachian Mountains featuring founder workshops, outdoor networking adventures, and a $10K pitch competition.
Location: Johnson City, TN
Details & RSVPRural Frontier Pitch Challenge
NOV 13
Join us at Makeshift for a day filled with pitches, networking, and entrepreneurial spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable feedback and connect with like-minded individuals.
Location: Pulaski, TN
Apply to PitchSXSW Pitch 2026 Applications Due
NOV 7
Apply to showcase at SXSW Pitch 2026, a premier startup competition judged by investors and media. Review eligibility, categories, and fees. Applications close November 7.
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ApplyLeaderSHIFT™: The Insight to Reclaim Your Power
NOV 11, 10 – 11:30 AM
A conscious leadership experience using storytelling & peer connection to help you reclaim your power & lead with authenticity.
Location: Nashville Entrepreneur Center
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