Who’s NEXT?
NEXT Awards and Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame is entrepreneurship’s biggest night to honor the up and comers, the game-changers and those that have left a legacy in their wake.
Hosted by Nashville Entrepreneur Center as a signature fundraising event, the night celebrates exceptional businesses across Middle Tennessee.
Celebrating Exceptional Entrepreneurs
The Nashville Entrepreneur Center’s signature fundraising event celebrates the visionaries and innovators driving our city’s economic growth. From prominent recognition to VIP experiences, we have sponsorship opportunities for companies of all sizes to participate in this uniquely Nashville celebration.
The Awards
The 2025 NEXT Awards will honor companies across six industry categories, with each category having two awards—one for the Startup stage and one for the Growth stage. Additionally, two individual awards will be presented, one in each stage.
Industry Categories:
Healthcare
Financial Services
Music, Sports, Gaming and Entertainment
Business Stages:
Startup – In business for 5 years or less
Growth – In business for more than 5 years
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Products and Services
Real Estate and Construction
Hospitality and Retail
Individual Awards:
Startup Entrepreneur of 2025
Growth Entrepreneur of 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the link below for what to expect as a finalist or attendee.
