Founder Feature

Jeff Kasper: Betting on Himself and Owning His Time

Jeff Kasper: Betting on Himself and Owning His Time

From College Graduate to Entrepreneur For EC Member Jeff Kasper, entrepreneurship was never just about making money—it was about freedom. From the moment he started hosting events and selling protein...

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Jake Clark's Entrepreneurial Journey

Jake Clark’s Entrepreneurial Journey

The Beginning of Jake’s Entrepreneurial Journey: Early Lessons in Real Estate NEC Member Jake Clark’s entrepreneurial journey began long before he ever realized it. Growing up, he watched his father navigate...

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Learn Courage in Entrepreneurship from Masheka

Learn from Masheka: Courage in Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Masheka Anderson-Turner Masheka Anderson-Turner, the powerhouse behind BrightSkies Business Services and a current Nashville EC member, has turned over two decades of accounting expertise into a thriving business...

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From One-Person Startup to Global Impact: The Success Story of Research Lifecycle Solutions

The biotech and MedTech industries are rife with challenges, with 90% of biotech companies failing within their first decade. But for Research Lifecycle Solutions (RLS) and its founder, Shaherah Yancy,...

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Cultivating Culture and Commerce with Nashville Black Market

At Nashville Entrepreneur Center, we celebrate the incredible journey of entrepreneurs like Carlos Partee, co-founder of Nashville Black Market and a proud member of our Twende program. Through passion, innovation,...

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GIGGS – Transforming the Live Event Industry, One Job at a Time

It’s a new year and there’s exciting growth from 2024 to share. We’re celebrating the remarkable journey of Nikki Sanz, founder of GIGGS, a revolutionary platform reshaping how professionals connect...

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Building Connections, One Table at a Time – Folx Table’s Journey

As 2025 ramps up, we’re taking a moment to spotlight an incredible story of innovation and human connection: Folx Table, a platform created by Emma McCallie and Dallas Condra, graduates...

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Folx Table Is Changing the Game of Socializing—With 30+ New Partners in Nashville

Folx Table is a new startup that slows people down—just enough to foster real connections. Centered around shared meals, the platform brings together strangers through in person social experiences. Next...

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Felicia Jackson - Buy It Now

Felicia Jackson of CPRWrap Takes the Spotlight: A Game-Changing Moment for Entrepreneurs

At the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, we are always thrilled to highlight the incredible journeys of our members. Today, we are especially proud to celebrate one of our own—Felicia Jackson, the...

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