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Luke Freeman is the President of Wizard Creations, a branded merchandise agency recognized among ASI’s Top 25 fastest-growing promotional product distributors. He has led Wizard Creations to collaborate with major brands like Coca-Cola, Ford, and Carnival Cruise Lines. Luke was recognized by the South Florida Business Journal as a 40 under 40 honoree and serves on six non-profit boards and as a partner in four companies throughout ...

Leslie Murphy is the Owner and Creative Director of Murphy Maude Interiors, which provides full-service interior design and furnishing solutions for investors and enterprises. Under her leadership, Murphy Maude Interiors has grown into an internationally recognized firm known for creating harmonious spaces that blend luxury with well-being. Leslie also launched Mable Originals, Murphy Maude’s textile and art sister company that col...

Elam Freeman is the Founder and Principal of Ojas Partners, a commercial real estate advisory firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. She specializes in identifying vision-aligned partners, understanding evolving neighborhood needs, and leveraging her local and national network to craft strategic plans. Before founding Ojas Partners, Elam served as an Affiliate Broker at Baker Storey McDonald Properties, Inc., where she advised clients...

Mark Scrivner is the Co-founder and CEO of Snapshot Interactive, a strategic marketing agency, and Ecos, a sales and marketing presentation platform. He also serves as a mentor and strategic advisor to emerging businesses, including Huckleberry Branding, Avengr, and Anderson Design Studio. In this role, Mark aligns vision, operations, and leadership to help companies reach their growth goals.

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Tony Hatchell is the President of Bennu Enterprises, a leading planner, designer, and manufacturer of healthcare, hospitality, and Class-A office signage. With 22 years of experience in the industry, Tony leverages innovative lighting, materials, and technology to build sculptures, light features, and dynamic signage.

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Dr. Leah Cordovez is the Owner and Physician at Be Well Integrative Health Partners, a health practice specializing in holistic and traditional internal medicine. As a board-certified physician, she focuses on internal medicine, integrative health, and obesity medicine. With over 15 years of medical experience, Dr. Cordovez holds leadership and academic roles, including serving as an Associate Affiliated Professor of Medicine at th...

Kevin Thompson is the Co-founder and President of Thompson Burton, PLLC, one of the fastest-growing law firms in Tennessee. As an MLM attorney, he focuses on consumer law and regulatory compliance in the direct sales industry, helping entrepreneurs launch their businesses with secure legal regulations. Kevin was named Supplier of the Year in 2014 by the Association of Multilevel Marketing. He has led several efforts to improve the ...

Amy Norton is the Co-founder of GiANT Southeast, a company empowering professionals to lead themselves through coaching, teaching, and consulting. She works with individuals and businesses in industries including financial services, multifamily housing, military, technology, construction, and nonprofits. Before GiANT Southeast, Amy was a key leader in a startup online media outlet and worked for a 150-year-old educational institute...

Kedran Brush is the Co-founder and CEO of Brand825, a marketing and creative agency that specializes in brand building. She transitioned to entrepreneurship from a career as a corporate marketing executive. With over 30 years of marketing and product leadership experience, Kedran has built teams that have implemented winning go-to-market strategies.

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Developing a strong company culture and leading a cohesiv...

Neil Amrhein is the Founder and CEO of My Goat, a robotics-as-a-service software subscription company that empowers property owners to do more with their robotic mowers. Under Neil's leadership, My Goat has transitioned from residential to commercial services.

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Ben Stix is the Founder and CEO of The BE Hive, a plant-based food company. Under his leadership, The BE Hive has grown from vegan potlucks and buffets to a deli with a functioning production facility, where Ben owns the manufacturing. He moved to Nashville to become a touring musician and drummer, inspiring his entrepreneurial journey.

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Musicians and other artists possess a unique blend of creativity, disc...

Colin Callahan is the Co-founder and CEO of Acklen Avenue, a custom software development company. With over 13 years in business, Acklen Avenue provides software development teams and staff augmentation services to help companies manage IT budgets and fill talent gaps. Colin is a member of EO Nashville and has been a mentor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center for 10 years.

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Amanda Stone is the Founder and General Contractor at Palmingo Pools, a design and build pool contractor specializing in plunge, fiberglass, and stock tank pools. After struggling to find a suitable pool option for her sloped backyard, Amanda received her contractor’s license and launched a pool company. She is also the Co-owner of Perch, a women-owned roofing company.

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Jacob Greer is the Founder of 6th Man Movers, a fully licensed, bonded, insured, A-rated, and BBB-accredited moving company. He is also the Owner of Custom Fundraising Solutions Nashville, which provides fundraising options for coaches and school directors. As a service-driven entrepreneur, Jacob is a member of EO Nashville, a supporter of Safe Haven — an organization combating homelessness — and an advocate for Musicians Corner, a...

Richard Moscardelli is the President of EO Nashville and a Partner at 615 Real Property, LP. With a background in manufacturing, he co-founded a business with his father, which manufactured components for air filters.

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When facing difficult decisions from all areas of life, entrepreneurs need an outlet to manage stress and navigate the outcome of their choices. How can you maintain focus and resilience duri...

Shane Shown is the CEO and Chief Recruiting Officer at Nxt Level, a talent acquisition firm. Since founding the firm, he has partnered with hundreds of VC-backed startups and Fortune 500 companies. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Shane was the Co-owner of Barrel and Roll and worked with notable companies like National Services Group, Zillow, and Facebook.

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Most entrepreneurs agree that hiring is one of the most...

Kyle Bush is the Co-owner and CEO of Cumberland Creative, an award-winning content creation agency that conveys brand stories through high-quality creative content. He is passionate about exploring the human experience through video. Before co-founding Cumberland Creative, Kyle was a Creative Strategist at Jump Goat Media.

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Entrepreneurs face countless decisions and dilemmas, causing some to become overwhel...

Alan Young is the Founder and CEO of Armor Concepts, a leading manufacturer and distributor of entry-point security and repair solutions. He began his career as a professional football player before joining Bank of America Securities as an Investment Banker, where he executed mergers and acquisitions and capital raising transactions. After leaving Bank of America, Alan began rehabbing and flipping investment properties, but a strin...

Philip Steen is the Owner of Nashville Sports Leagues (NSL), an organization that develops sports leagues and events throughout the greater Nashville area. The network manages seven recreational sports leagues with about 25,000 yearly players. Philip is also the Owner and Founder of Urban Flip, a property management and investment company for vacation rentals.

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Building a niche business that adds value to y...