Circle Back

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Circle Back

Circle Back features Nashville’s most exceptional entrepreneurs as they revisit the moments that defined their paths. Hosted by Sam Davidson, these founders offer inspiration and practical insights to those navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys.

  1. 7 DE ABR.

    From Jolly Ranchers to Job Growth: Stuart McWhorter Views on Entrepreneurship

    Stuart McWhorter shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling Jolly Ranchers out of his high school locker to becoming Tennessee's Commissioner of Economic Development. He reflects on his early interest in healthcare administration, his time at Clayton Associates alongside his father, navigating venture capital and stepping into leadership roles, and his transition to spearheading Nashville Entrepreneur Center. McWhorter shares his view on the entrepreneurial spirit in Tennessee, the importance of fostering business growth, and how his experiences shape his approach to business development. He also touches on his own family legacy, expressing hopes of working with his own children in the future.

    42min

  2. 3 DE MAR.

    Tod Fetherling’s Entrepreneurial Journey from the Early Internet to Healthcare Innovation

    A serial entrepreneur, EC Hall of Famer and inaugural board director of the EC, J. Tod Fetherling joins CEO Sam Davidson to discuss his epic journey from the early days of the internet to building multiple successful companies. Being tasked with developing HCA's first internet strategy in 1995 fueled Fetherling's passion for technology, data, and healthcare innovation. Over the years, he's played a key role in various ventures, launching health-focused digital platforms and emphasizes the importance of partnerships, research-driven decision-making, and adaptability in business. His entrepreneurial journey is marked by strategic pivots, impactful transactions, and a dedication to improving healthcare outcomes for all through technology.

    56min

  3. 3 DE FEV.

    Reimagining Business: Mark Montgomery’s Guide to Impactful Leadership

    Mark Montgomery shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his first lawn care business as a teenager to building and selling companies in the music and technology industries. Montgomery sits down with EC CEO Sam Davidson to share how he pivoted from pursuing music to entrepreneurship, co-founding Echo, a digital music distribution company, which he sold in 2007. Personal challenges, including his wife's cancer diagnosis, led him to reassess his path, eventually exploring the cannabis industry and launching the non-alcoholic beverage brand Better Than Booze. Reflecting on his successes and setbacks, Montgomery discusses perseverance, work-life balance, and the deeper purpose behind entrepreneurship.

    1h17min

  4. 05/11/2024

    Pursuing God-sized Dreams with Guts: Beyond the NFL with Coach Eddie George

    Known for his football career and current head coach at Tennessee State University, Eddie George takes us back to his upbringing with a mother who instilled an entrepreneurial spirit that led him to successful ventures in landscape architecture and wealth management before partaking in a nine-season career in football. Eddie's story is one of determination and growth, highlighting the importance of his faith, vision, and desire to serve others. Listen as Eddie discusses the impact of mentors, the value of financial literacy for athletes, and the significance of pursuing God-sized dreams with guts.

    52min

  5. 02/10/2024

    The Entrepreneurial Mayor: Freddie O'Connell’s Vision for Nashville

    What happens when a tech-savvy entrepreneur becomes the mayor of one of America’s fastest-growing cities? In this special episode, Sam Davidson sits down with Nashville’s 10th mayor, Freddie O’Connell, to explore his journey from startup founder to civic leader. Discover how his entrepreneurial spirit is shaping the future of Nashville, and why his bold vision for transportation and local business could transform the city for generations to come. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on leadership, innovation, and building a better Nashville!

    34min

  6. 10/09/2024

    Made From Scratch: Mignon Francois' Inspiring Entrepreneurial Journey

    There's nothing sweeter than success, especially for Mignon Francois, founder of The Cupcake Collection. Mignon sits down with the EC's CEO Sam Davidson to share her amazing path from lacking direction to building a legacy, emphasizing the importance of investing in community and building relationships along the way. They'll discuss the challenges she faced as a scaling small business and Mignon's personal coaching philosophy behind her desire to help other women start their own businesses.

    46min

  7. 13/08/2024

    The Power of Perseverance with Jason Moore

    As a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with a passion for innovation and growth, Jason Moore shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings in rural Kentucky to founding Stratasan, a successful healthcare data analytics software company. Jason shares some of the ups and downs, the challenges he faced, and the pivotal moments that led him to find success, including the importance of mentorship. Jason Moore's story is a testament to the power of perseverance, community, and the willingness to seek help and learn from others.

    1h7min

  8. 10/07/2024

    Better Together: EC CEO Sam Davidson Shares His Entrepreneurial Journey

    CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Sam Davidson, joins Clark Buckner to reflect on his past year as CEO. Sam emphasizes the importance of a "connection engine" in achieving entrepreneurial success, illustrating his core belief: "The height of my success is directly related to the depth of my community." In this special episode announcing the show's new format, they discuss the role storytelling plays in inspiring future entrepreneurs and the impact of the EC and its supporters in making it all possible.

    24min
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Circle Back features Nashville’s most exceptional entrepreneurs as they revisit the moments that defined their paths. Hosted by Sam Davidson, these founders offer inspiration and practical insights to those navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys.

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  • Criado por
    Nashville Entrepreneur Center
  • Anos de atividade
    2021 - 2025
  • Episódios
    36
  • Classificação
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Nashville Entrepreneur Center. All rights reserved.
  • Site do podcast
    Circle Back

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