Twendé Accelerator
Twendé is a Nashville-based, in-person accelerator designed for early-stage Black founders with proven early traction, across any industry.
Fall 2025 Cohort Details
September – December 2025
KEY CURRICULUM SESSIONS
- Unique Value Proposition
- Branding and Marketing Strategies
- Sales and Revenue Generation
- Funding/ Access to Capital
- Certification and more!
COST
Free
Made possible by the generous support of Amazon.
Meet the Team

DR. ISAAC ADDAE
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
DR. ISAAC ADDAE
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
An expert in social entrepreneurship, Isaac has consulted numerous startup founders on scaling social impact. With over a decade of teaching experience in business strategy, entrepreneurship, and leadership, he has held academic roles at Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University. In addition to his academic contributions, Isaac serves as the Community Engagement Manager in the Nashville Mayor’s Office and has previously worked as Chief Strategy Officer of Pivot Technology School.

DR. ISAAC ADDAE
Entrepreneur-in-Residence
An expert in social entrepreneurship, Isaac has consulted numerous startup founders on scaling social impact. With over a decade of teaching experience in business strategy, entrepreneurship, and leadership, he has held academic roles at Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University. In addition to his academic contributions, Isaac serves as the Community Engagement Manager in the Nashville Mayor’s Office and has previously worked as Chief Strategy Officer of Pivot Technology School.

Program Partners
Ready to apply?
Applications close June 30. Free program – online application with questions about your business and goals.