Capital Funding as a Tool
Insights from the Capital Compass Panel Funding isn’t the milestone—it’s the escalator. The wrong capital creates constraints that can weigh down otherwise viable businesses. Startups have plenty of risk; don’t...
Events
Five Reasons to Sponsor Entrepreneurs’ Big Night
Align Brand with Entrepreneurship Mission: This increased visibility will align your brand as one who lifts entrepreneurs and supports the EC mission of increasing success for entrepreneurs. Grow Your Network:...
Get Ready for the 2024 NEXT Awards & Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame
This October, Nashville’s entrepreneurial community is set to shine at the much-anticipated 2024 NEXT Awards & Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame, generously presented by Amazon. Mark your calendars for October 21st...
Two Local Founders Win a Spot On Entrepreneur Venture’s Elevator Pitch
As part of a nation-wide tour to find promising business concepts, Entrepreneur Ventures partnered with the EC to host The Consumer Challenge, a pitch competition for consumer-focused startups. Four local...
February: Small Business Opportunities from The Mayor’s Office
February is Black History Month, a time when we pay tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled – and continue to struggle – with adversity to achieve full citizenship...
FinTech Founders Find Connections in Chattanooga and Memphis
Wintery storms caused a necessary pivot for Project FinTech’s Roadshow that was set to take place the second week of January. While four cities were scheduled in-person, the EC’s Project...
2023 NEXT Awards Winners Unveiled
Backed by Amazon, recognizing Middle Tennessee entrepreneurs for their growth and economic impact on the city Nashville, Tenn. (October 23, 2023) – Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC) announced the winners for...
Hall of Fame Inductees for the 2023 NEXT Awards
Four new inductees to be welcomed into the Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame at the 2023 NEXT Awards on Oct. 23 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Entrepreneurs and Principles: Celebrating Clayton McWhorter’s Legacy
Once a year we celebrate the generosity of a group of people who make the EC’s mission possible. The McWhorter Circle, named in honor of Clayton McWhorter, the EC’s founding...