Twendé Accelerator
COMMUNITY + GROWTH
Black founders at any stage who need people who understand their challenges—building businesses and peer networks that last beyond any 12-week program
Fall 2025 applications are closed. Our next cohort launches Spring 2026. Connect with our Twendé community now:
Fall 2025 Cohort Details
Applications for the Fall 2025 cohort are closed.
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 get started?
Spring 2026 applications open late fall. The strongest applicants build relationships with our community first. Here’s how to begin: