Nashville Entrepreneur Center restructures its programming
All programs are now aligned to one calendar timeline.
The Nashville Entrepreneur Center (NEC) has announced a major restructuring of its programs, aimed at increasing the odds of success for founders by giving them more autonomy and reducing their time-to-market. All programs are now aligned to one calendar timeline, providing more flexible, efficient, and targeted support for entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey.
The revamped structure, led by Chief Executive Officer Sam Davidson and Dakota Simpson, Vice President of Programs, reflects input from NEC’s board and industry leaders, emphasizing speed, flexibility, and impact.
Starting in 2025, NEC will host two accelerator cohorts—spanning 12 weeks each—designed to meet the unique needs of founders. Participants will gain access to on-demand webinars, expert mentorship, and personalized learning paths.
According to the recent announcement, the key enhancements include”
- Efficient learning tracks: Entrepreneurs are no longer confined to one learning path. Instead, they can opt into multiple programs during the same 12-week period to go further faster.
- Broader network: Founders will intersect across programs multiple times, broadening their networks significantly and building a larger community.
- Condensed time investment: NEC has streamlined its programming to help entrepreneurs bring products to market faster, cutting the learning time to just one to four hours per week over a 12-week period.
- On-demand access: Entrepreneurs can now access key content and mentorship when they need it, ensuring timely support during critical business phases.
“Nashville is the ultimate launchpad for start-ups because we give founders the freedom to move fast and the support to scale,” Says Simpson. “Whether you’re in healthcare, financial services, or any industry from Middle Tennessee, our resources and connections can help you succeed. If you believe in your business, Nashville is the place to make it happen—and we’re here to back you every step of the way.”
Cohort 1 will run from February 24 to May 16, and Cohort 2 runs from September 8 to December 5.
Davidson adds, “Entrepreneurship thrives on collaboration, and we’ve seen that firsthand across the country. By working with top accelerator programs, incubators, and conferences—both through the LaunchTN network and beyond—we give our founders the resources and connections they need to succeed. With flexible programs and a strong support network, we aim to help entrepreneurs move faster and smarter on their path to growth.”
Entrepreneurs are encouraged to learn about program options and apply here.
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