What founders actually say about our programs.

InvestTN committed $1M in our raise.

With the help of the Take-Off program, I refined both my pitch deck and narrative, which allowed me to connect more deeply with investors, buyers, and partners. That clarity directly contributed to helping us secure $18 million in committed debt financing for the project.

Appointed to the Nashville Solid Waste Region Board by Mayor Freddie O'Connell.

I was recently invited along with 3 other sonic branding agencies to participate in a paid RFP for a $1B+ historic brand with 80% brand recognition. There's a good chance they'd use the winning sonic logo in future Super Bowl commercials.

BMI reached out about a partnership opportunity. The reason behind them reaching out: decision-makers within their company had used TuneHatch and had a great experience.

We won the Crowd Favorite Award during Nashville Entrepreneur Day. It truly validated our product — people love the idea and want to see it adopted.

Had some really good meetings with Vanderbilt — which was our #1 goal for the program.

Expanded sales presence within the VA system during the program.

The network by far. Project Healthcare wasn't so much about the curriculum as it was about access to a trust layer we'd otherwise have no way to reach. The advisor and founder network connected us with multiple contacts at VUMC, USVetServ, Legion Fund (Ft. Campbell) and more VA-adjacent contacts.

Launched Zae on both the Apple App Store and Google Play during the program — and held our first public exhibition at Geodis Park.

I secured a $25K investment now in due diligence, and was accepted into Pharrell Williams' Black Ambition program and the AfroTech Insider Founder's Circle.

I got into Publix. I partnered with a pasta company to launch low-carb pasta. I got a meeting with Kroger. I was on Channel 5 telling my story.

Two new hires, $5K raised, and $60K monthly revenue maintained through the program.

I exceeded my monthly revenue goals and, within the first two quarters of this year, I've already surpassed my total revenue from all of last year.

At the start of this course, we were growing by 1 nonprofit every two days. We are now growing by 5 nonprofits a day.

I broke through $50K MRR within the first 6 weeks of this program.

Secured a $100K conditional commitment from LaunchTN.

New investors, new customers, new partners, and new friends. Community, community, and community.

Hit $1 million in revenue at our 1-year anniversary during the program.

With my pitch deck I've built, I was able to raise $200,000 in commitments towards my total raise so far.

My mentor speed match connected me with a mentor who invited me to Expo West in California. I've been in the food industry for over four years and had no idea this expo even existed. The EC connected me with the right people.

Dakota was genuinely invested in our success throughout the program. He went above and beyond to make meaningful connections for us, and consistently provided thoughtful support and guidance.

The encouragement and belief that everyone had was exactly what I needed. Danny helped me process all my thoughts around my purpose. Johnny's direct communication style was a breath of fresh air.

I've valued the conversations within the curated Project Healthcare network: introductions to Lifepoint Health, advice from Bobby Frist, lessons from Michael Burcham, tours of the Belmont simulation center.

The most valuable part has been access to mentors and peers who understand the realities of scaling impact-driven ventures. The candid conversations and connections have opened doors to partnerships that will make our solar-powered hearing aids more accessible across Africa.

The introductions to local bank leadership have provided us with direct feedback and interest in modifying our platform's feature set to include wealth managers, RIAs, and investors running SMAs.

My goal coming into Twendé was to start wholesaling to cafés. I locked in a contract with a coffee shop last week.

We added another retailer, launched an additional product, and began testing a new product concept.

Biggest win for us was how InFlight forced us to think about the essence of the business and reform how we thought about our customer and value proposition.

Pivoting from a consulting model to a product model — thanks to the early classes from Clay. The program had a significant impact on my go-to-market strategy.

Clay challenged me to think about my 'niche for the riches' — being specific about my market instead of general.

I pivoted my business with my podcast now being the anchor of the consulting firm. I have begun receiving ad revenue from my podcast and have reached over 140K total downloads.

I hosted a bridal show called Love and Luxe, where over 20 vendors came together to create a space where they could connect with real couples in an intimate environment.

The people at NEC are really helpful — that first; curriculum second.

Meeting other founders and connecting with new and experienced entrepreneurs around Nashville. Danny was thrown into the management position in the middle of our cohort and absolutely killed it.

I had many breakthrough moments with my mentor, Yesenia Sevilla. From our first call to our most recent, she has helped me craft a narrative for my business that is clear and compelling.

Dr. Paris Love, my champion mentor, was a big part of the reason I'm walking away with the win I am.

The community and network have been the most valuable part of the accelerator. Through TakeOff I've connected with fellow founders, advisors, mentors, partners, and other supporters who have taken the time to learn about what we're building and have genuinely been willing to help.

I built lasting relationships with several business owners in my cohort. Even after we graduated, we have connected via LinkedIn, met for coffee, collaborated and networked via Slack.

The community with fellow entrepreneurs who 'get it' was the best part. The major win for me was to feel like a part of something bigger than myself — an ecosystem of industry disrupters who are passionate, hardworking, and innovative.

Walking through this experience with amazing founders — now friends — and mentors I never would have met otherwise.

I've been an entrepreneur twice with hardly any success before. This program gave me confidence, courage, and the tools to tread my path for success.

They weren't just teaching business concepts — they were helping me step into who I am as a founder. Clay's sessions challenged me to think bigger, move with more intention, and actually see myself as the kind of leader who can build something that changes an industry.

We launched a completely rebuilt platform during this program — a redesigned marketing site, updated content strategy, and a complete UI overhaul of the app.

I walked away feeling more confident in my business and myself as a founder and leader. I discovered new sides to myself. I am ready for it all.

I have so much more confidence in my leadership and clarity in my business strategy. I achieved my goal of becoming connected in the business community.

The most meaningful and high-impact moment for MUSAY was when I realized I know everything about the institutional side of the market and almost nothing about the consumers. It changed MUSAY's product and trajectory.

The program's curriculum actually changed the UVP and GTM approach of our business in a considerable way.

I've been booked to offer henna at Bonnaroo 2025 and was recently selected to partner with Yelp Nashville.

2 new clients. My first press interview. Breakthrough moments of ICP and brand direction that led to real clarity. So many meaningful connections and friendships.