TOP MASSEY
ENTREPRENEURS
BELMONT UNIVERSITY
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INNOVO MANAGEMENT FOUNDED 2014
NASHVILLE, TN
Innovo Management, LLC is a multi-faceted artist and project management company. The creation of Innovo was sparked by the recognition that few companies catered to unrecognized talent in a way that put artists first, and thus a mission for the company was born. At Innovo, we’re constantly searching for new ways to put Musicians First. SAM SAIDEMAN,
Music Business + Entrepreneurship Audio Engineering Technology ’17
IAN RODRIGUEZ,
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OLIVIA MANAGEMENT FOUNDED 2012
NASHVILLE, TN
Olivia Management is an artist management and consulting company that strives to maximize artists’ profits, grow artists’ brands and foster joy through music and entertainment. We are committed to excellence, honesty, integrity and genuine connection. ERIN ANDERSON
Entrepreneurship + Music Business ’06
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ORANGE THREAD MEDIA FOUNDED 2008
NASHVILLE, TN
Orange Thread Media, LLC operates in three primary properties: live event production support through Orange Thread LIVE, a-la-carte visual content for live event professionals through the TripleWide Media ecommerce platform, and the equipping, connecting and inspiring of the creative arts community in the church through the SALT Conferences platform. LU K E M C E L R OY
Business Administration ’09
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DEAVOR FOUNDED 2014
NASHVILLE, TN
A community of inspired individuals working, learning and pursuing passions together. A Nashville based coworking and event space. Music Business ’12 Entrepreneurship ’12 M I L L E R Management ’12
CONNOR CARROLL K I R K S L AW E K CHARLES
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PROJECT 2231 FOUNDED 2013
CLARKSVILLE, TN
Project 2231 is a family-owned company based in Clarksville, TN, specializing in hospitality and entertainment. Businesses include: The City Forum, The Loading Dock, Miss Lucille’s Marketplace, Cafe, Furniture Design Room, The Belle Hollow and Acme Athletics. LUCI ARMITSTEAD KNOTT
Entrepreneurship ’13
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THE ESCAPE GAME FOUNDED 2014
NASHVILLE, TN
We make the most accessible and immersive escape games. Because we’re guest-obsessed, our adventures are more exciting, more inviting and everyone contributes to the action. Everyone gets a chance to save the day. Inside our worlds you’ll find extraordinary adventures in need of explorers, risk-takers and problem solvers. This is where heroism and adventure meet. J O N AT H A N M U R R E L L
Entrepreneurship ’13
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JEWLYBOX FOUNDED 2017
NASHVILLE, TN
Discover your inner sparkle with a subscription to the jewelry box that keeps on giving. Our mission is simple. Empowered women empower women. We believe women perform their best when they look their best. By providing women with the accessories and style to look their best, they are able to conquer absolutely anything. K AT I E S C H I M M E L
Finance + Accounting ’16 • MAcc ’17
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THREE ONE THREE FOUNDED 2015
NASHVILLE, TN
Coworking office space. Thoughtfully designed. Built for collaboration. Our conference rooms, phone booths, communal spaces and offices are set up for you to create, launch or grow as a business or professional. BRENNON MOBLEY
Entrepreneurship ’15
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SYDNEY ELIZABETH GOLF FOUNDED 2015
NASHVILLE, TN
We offer golf apparel for the fashion-forward female golfer. Designed in the USA for the ladies that like to play! SYDNEY HARWOOD
Business Administration ’15
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PINK DOLPHIN CLOTHING COMPANY FOUNDED 2008
LOS ANGELES, CA
Not just any other clothing line, we are here to promote positivity and show people what powers they have bestowed in them. Our slogan—Legends At Our Craft—is a phrase that not only defines the pride, creativity and superior quality that we put into our gear, but a phrase that encourages everyone to be a legend in your own craft. NEIMA KHAILA
Finance ’10
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BISCUIT LOVE FOUNDED 2012
NASHVILLE, TN
Biscuit Love serves a variety of breakfast and lunch options made entirely from scratch. Throughout its journey from food truck to brick-and-mortar, Biscuit Love has remained steadfast in its commitment to sourcing from local purveyors, and actively giving back to the Nashville community. SARAH WORLEY
Liberal Studies ’13 + Masters of Accountancy ’15
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BAKED ON 8TH FOUNDED 2018
NASHVILLE, TN
Life Can Be Sweet. This Nashville bakery specializes in classic and trendy single-serve desserts as well as custom cakes and cookies. LEAH CARMEAN
Entrepreneurship ’10
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CAFÉ EVOKE FOUNDED 2012
EDMOND, OK
Sleek cafe for coffee, tea, craft beer and wine, plus breakfast, baked goods and light lunch options in downtown historic Edmond, Oklahoma. JASON DUNCAN
Entrepreneurship ’05
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JUNIPER GREEN FOUNDED 2017
NASHVILLE, TN
Catered events for the modern host. Juniper Green is a modern culinary events company, focused on the creative and community-oriented people of Nashville. LY N D I S T E I N
Masters of Business Administration ’14
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ROOTS COFFEEHOUSE FOUNDED 2009
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, TX
Roots Coffeehouse is all about being connected to your community. Here at Roots, we want to build relationships and processes that bring out the best in our coffee and community. Local is at the heart of what we do as we strive to buy local, be a community gathering place and craft truly artisan coffee. JANICE DOTTI TOWNSEND
Entrepreneurship ’08
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NO BAKED COOKIE DOUGH FOUNDED 2017
NASHVILLE, TN
No Baked Cookie Dough makes gourmet, edible cookie dough. Scoop shops in Nashville, Louisville, Lexington and Chattanooga. Megan also started Cosmic Creamery. MEGAN FEEMAN JIMMY FEEMAN
Music Business ’15 Finance ’15
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ROYAL CIRCUS FOUNDED 2016
NASHVILLE, TN
Home furnishings and curiosities in Nashville. Our company was founded on two main goals: 1. Make it easier for customers to create home environments that reflect their own unique individuality. 2. Make the journey that gets you there refreshingly fun and memorable. GEOFFREY GILL
Management ’14
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SAMPLIZE FOUNDED 2017
C H AT TA N O O G A , T N
Make faster design decisions without dealing with the hassle of paint. Simply peel and stick to view real paint on the wall. T AY L O R T H O M A S
Entrepreneurship ’15
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CRESTCORE REALTY FOUNDED 2012
MEMPHIS, TN
We want to be the most respected and trusted, full-service property management and real estate company in the markets we serve. Our goal is to help real estate investors achieve their dreams. We pledge honesty and competence to our tenants and owners, which means we know what we’re doing, and you can trust us to do it well. DOUGLAS SKIPWORTH
Accounting ’00
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BOLD PLANNING FOUNDED 2004
NASHVILLE, TN
BOLDplanning’s mission is to constantly deliver top flight services through emergency and continuity plans that genuinely work today and tomorrow. CHAD BOWERS
Management ’98
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GOLDEN SPIRAL CREATIVE FOUNDED 2011
NASHVILLE, TN
Golden Spiral is a specialized, integrated marketing agency that exists to help our clients REALIZE their brand identity, position in the market, growth objectives and leadership of the market. PETER SMITH
Entrepreneurship ’12
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GATEWAY PROPERTY SERVICES FOUNDED 1995
NASHVILLE, TN
Gateway has been engaged with real estate brokerage clients, with experience in office, retail, land and flex space. Gateway has assisted Tenants for property searches, Landlords for leasing, Property Owners for sales and Investors for acquisitions, along with development and project management services. M AT T H E W W I L S O N
Accounting ’95 + Masters of Business Administration ’01
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PROOF BRANDING FOUNDED 2008
NASHVILLE, TN
We craft purposeful passionate brands. From planning and strategy to design and development, we partner with extraordinary brands. Our capabilities include marketing strategy, logo/visual identity design, website design/development, print and digital assets, and product/packaging development. M AT T C H E U V R O N T
Marketing ’10
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SIXTY FOUNDED 2015
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Sixty empowers anyone to create the career they want with solutions designed for any freelance sector. The product suite was created to make freelance careers more prosperous and fulfilling while helping clients find better freelancers faster. D AV I D H E A D
Entrepreneurship ’16
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THE ENTREPRENEURIAL MIND FOUNDED 2014
NASHVILLE, TN
The Entrepreneurial Mind is a family owned and operated business dedicated to creating a community of entrepreneurs. It is a place where business owners can come for answers to the kinds of questions, issues and challenges they face everyday. We offer exclusive content, user forums and a team of experts who want to share their knowledge with business owners. R U S S C O R N WA L L MAGGIE KUYPER
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Management ’07 + Masters of Business Administration ’10 Psychology ’07
HARPETH PAINTING FOUNDED 2017
NASHVILLE, TN
A professional, courteous painting contractor serving commercial and residential clients in Nashville, Brentwood, Belle Meade, Franklin, Bellevue, Antioch, Crieve Hall, Davidson and Williamson Counties and all of Middle Tennessee. M AT T K U Y P E R
Business ’06 Psychology ’07
MAGGIE KUYPER
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PURE SWEAT BASKETBALL FOUNDED 2012
C R Y S TA L L A K E , I L
Pure Sweat Basketball is a unique player development program that helps players and coaches maximize their basketball potential by providing the latest skill development information, teaching points and concepts through intense, innovative drills. DREW HANLEN
Entrepreneurship ’12
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TRILLIANT HEALTH FOUNDED 2013
BRENTWOOD, TN
Trilliant’s data platform empowers health care providers to create and execute data-driven strategies to maximize growth for their markets. Jeff co-founded Clariture Health which merged in 2017 with Aegis to become Trilliant. JEFF SNYDER
Masters of Business Administration ’11
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RELATIONARY MARKETING FOUNDED 2015
NASHVILLE, TN
We build podcasts that deliver. Relationary Marketing is a turnkey podcast production agency for B2B content marketing. We make it easy to produce podcasts that deliver rich content consistently. CLARK BUCKNER
Entrepreneurship + Marketing ’13
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STUDIO BANK FOUNDED 2018
NASHVILLE, TN
Studio Bank is a boutique bank founded and located in our hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. We provide organizations, families and individuals with sophisticated financial services. HARRY ALLEN
Management ’04 + Masters of Business Administration ’10
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VINYL ME, PLEASE. FOUNDED 2013
DENVER, CO
Our mission is help people explore, experience and enjoy music on a deeper level. A tall order, maybe, but it’s what gets us out of bed every morning with a thunderous shout. We do that both by sending you great music every month and by making sure you have a ton of fun each step of the way. M AT T F I E D L E R
Entrepreneurship + Music Business ’11
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BEAUTIFUL FEET GLOBAL OUTREACH FOUNDED 2010
NASHVILLE, TN
To minister the love and hope of Christ into the hearts of orphans worldwide by providing basic needs and creating educational platforms from which opportunities abound. MELISSA IRWIN
Business Administration ’97
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REELDX FOUNDED 2013
PORTLAND, OR
ReelDx is a start-up company in the health IT space. We are a team of experienced entrepreneurs, medical professionals and technologists, focused on improving the use of stored video in medical applications. NICHOLAS ADKINS
Masters of Business Administration ’94
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CONEXIÓN AMÉRICAS FOUNDED 2002
NASHVILLE, TN
Our mission is to build a welcoming community and create opportunities where Latino families can belong, contribute and succeed. JOSE GONZALEZ
Masters of Business Administration ’01
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WATERSTEP FOUNDED 1995
LOUISVILLE, KY
WaterStep responds to critical needs for safe water by evaluating and implementing solutions and teaching people to use those tools. WaterStep saves lives with safe water by empowering communities to take care of their own long-term water needs. We believe that the best solutions to water problems are rooted in simple tools and effective training.
MARK HOGG
Management ’85
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360 VIEW FOUNDED 2001
NASHVILLE, TN
360 View is the growth platform developed for banks and credit unions, providing all the tools necessary to maximize your team’s performance. Our solution goes beyond CRM, allowing you to gain insight into customer profitability, automate marketing campaigns and track goals and incentives, all while providing richer relational experiences that are personalized to every customer’s unique needs. CHRIS GREEN
Masters of Business Administration ’94
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AXIAL HEALTHCARE FOUNDED 2013
NASHVILLE, TN
Focused exclusively on pain and opioid care, axialHealthcare is a health technology and care solutions company that partners with health insurers and states nationwide to optimize pain care outcomes, reduce opioid misuse and materially improve financial performance. K E V I N K I R K PAT R I C K
Masters of Business Administration ’01
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ALOOMPA FOUNDED 2009
NASHVILLE, TN
Where Imagination Grows. Aloompa is the leading provider of premium, best-in-class mobile applications for music, food, sports, conference and community-focused events in the U.S. and abroad. KURT NELSON
Entrepreneurship ’08 Bachelor of Science ’08
TYLER SEYMOUR
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BYTES OF KNOWLEDGE FOUNDED 1995
NASHVILLE, TN
Our two decades of experience helps your team wisely leverage your computer network to support your entire business. We can show you how well-planned, well-executed technology strategy can catapult your business and your team to a new level—enabling better decisions easier and faster while creating a powerful impact in your work that makes you look great and helps to drive revenue. J U L I E M AY
Masters of Business Administration ’92
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EVAMORE FOUNDED 2015
NASHVILLE, TN
EVAmore automates the process of booking live entertainment for private events by connecting event planners and musicians together. Songwriting ’16 Music Business + Entrepreneurship ’16
CHANNING MORELAND MAKENZIE STOKEL
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SKOLLER FOUNDED 2015
NASHVILLE, TN
Skoller is a student-powered, crowdsourced platform that is completely changing the way all students keep track of assignments, due dates and grades. Finance + Economics + Psychology ’15 Economics + Politics + Public Law ’18 R A N K I N Economics + Physics ’16
C A R S O N WA R D
L O G A N M AT H E W S J O N AT H A N
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XOI FOUNDED 2013
NASHVILLE, TN
XOi makes every tech your best tech. Document job sites, access equipment and training materials, and even virtually collaborate with a more experienced technician easily, and with any mobile device. AARON SALOW
Masters of Business Administration ’12
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ROLLED4EVER ICE CREAM FOUNDED 2018
NASHVILLE, TN
Nashville’s original rolled ice cream truck featuring handcrafted ice cream rolls. BARIANGELA SEGOVIA
International Business ’17
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SQUILLUSTRATE FOUNDED 2017
NASHVILLE, TN
Creating illustrations to help people with great ideas express their vision. S U Z A N N A S TA P L E R
Entrepreneurship + Marketing ’18
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WITH THE BAND FOUNDED 2017
NASHVILLE, TN
TECH
With the Band is a mobile app designed to bring a whole new level experience to dedicated music fans. By enabling music fans to create and participate in fan projects and fan meet-ups, With the Band is helping fans find their significance and purpose within their fan communities. SARAH BETH PERRY
Entrepreneurship + Music Business ‘19
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OUR ALUMNI HAVE FOUNDED 526 BUSINESSES IN 74 CITIES AND 5 COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD.
*Other countries include: Australia, Colombia, Guatemala, Paraguay and Switzerland
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BELMONT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP OVE R TH E YE ARS
Dr. Jeff Cornwall, the Center’s first Director, comes to Belmont and starts our Entrepreneurship program
First on-campus businesses, Reverbmedia and Blvd., open in the Center’s retail space on Belmont Blvd.
After receiving a grant from the Coleman Foundation, the Center’s first co-working space is opened
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House Of opens in the on-campus retail space with support from Nashville Fashion Alliance
Elizabeth Gortmaker comes to Belmont to serve as Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship
First Entrepreneurship Village
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2015
Boulevard Record Shop opens in the on-campus retail space
DECA wins International Team Champion in Entrepreneurship at the International Career Development Conference
2016
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2004
2018
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2018 Seventeen Magazine names Belmont the “Best College for Business Majors: Entrepreneurship”
E N T R E P R E N E U R S H I P R U N S I N T H E V E I N S O F B E L M O N T. F R O M A D E L I C I A A C K L E N ’ S I N N O V A T I V E S P I R I T T O T H E I N I T I A T I V E O F O U R S T U D E N T S T O D AY, I T I S N O S U R P R I S E T H AT B E L M O N T U N I V E R S I T Y I S H O M E T O A T O P 2 5 E N T R E P R E N E U R S H I P P R O G R A M . TA K E A L O O K AT S O M E P I V O TA L M O M E N T S I N T H E H I S T O R Y O F T H E T H O M A S F. C O N E S R . C E N T E R F O R E N T R E P R E N E U R S H I P.
Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Major offered
Feedback Clothing opens in the on-campus retail space
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2008 Belmont becomes the first institution of higher education in the United States to offer an undergraduate major in Social Entrepreneurship
Belmont Enactus wins the Enactus World Cup with Spring Back
Named by Fortune Magazine as one of “Five Schools for Entrepreneurs”
Buzzy’s Candy Shop opens in the on-campus retail space
2012
2010
2010
Thomas F. Cone Sr. Center For Entrepreneurship is announced
1st annual Belmont Entrepreneur Awards
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2019 Thomas F. Cone Sr . Center for Entrepreneurship
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BELMONT ENTREPRENEUR
AWARDS
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A N A T I O N A L LY RECOGNIZED ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM 2004 Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 10 Entrepreneurship Emphasis Program National Award 2005 Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 10 Entrepreneurship Emphasis Program National Award 2008 Ranked 23rd Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program 2010 Ranked 18th Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program 2011 Ranked 19th Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program 2012 Ranked 19th Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program 2016 Ranked 16th Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program 2017 Ranked 23rd Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program 2019 Ranked 24th Entrepreneur Magazine and Princeton Review Top 25 Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program
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MOENCH ENTREPRENEURSHIP LECTURE SERIES The Moench Entrepreneurship Lecture Series brings leading entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial educators to our campus each academic year. Examples of past speakers include: 2015: MARK RANDOLPH, CO-FOUNDER OF NETFLIX 2 0 1 6 : C R A I G D U B I T S K Y, F O U N D E R O F H E L L O P R O D U C T S 2017: CANDACE NELSON, FOUNDER OF SPRINKLES CUPCAKES 2 0 1 8 : P AYA L K A D A K I A , F O U N D E R O F C L A S S P A S S
Mark Randolph
Craig Dubitsky
Candace Nelson
Payal Kadakia
THE CAMPUSBASED BUSINESS PROGRAM
provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to create and run a variety of retail businesses on campus. These opportunities offer experiential learning opportunities for students who do not have a business of their own. Approximately 3,400 square feet of prime retail space has been set aside by Belmont University for students to use to develop retail or service businesses.
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BOULEVARD RECORD SHOP E S TA B L I S H E D 2 0 1 6
Boulevard Record Shop is a studentrun record shop featuring new and used vinyl records, live shows, music accessories and iced coffee. It’s the perfect place to sit back and relax while listening to your favorite record and sipping some delicious coffee.
HOUSE OF E S TA B L I S H E D 2 0 1 6
House Of is a Belmont University studentrun retail concept that provides the Nashville community with a curated group of local designers and brands. Our one-of-a kind shopping experience includes in-store events, trunk shows and networking opportunities featuring creative talent from the area. 53
ACCELERATOR— OUR INCUBATOR. The Belmont Accelerator is designed to guide any Belmont undergraduate student who is launching or running a business. This 10-week program is for students who are dedicated to learning and growing a business. Membership includes private office space, consistent time with our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, and resources and opportunities to take their business to the next level.
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HATCHERY— OUR CO-WORKING SPACE. The Hatchery is for students that are interested in starting a business or are in early stages of business development. It provides basic business infrastructure and meeting space while creating room for collaborative opportunities.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP VILLAGE This year we celebrated student and alumni entrepreneurs at the 7th annual Entrepreneurship Village. We showcase the innovation, creativity and success of the student businesses by taking over the Belltower Patio in this all-day event. Any student or alumni may participate and receive a tent and table to sell items, present demonstrations and meet customers. Nearly 1,000 students, faculty, staff and locals walk through the Village each year to learn more about the businesses our students are developing.
NOW ACCEPTING SPONSORS FOR THE 2020 ENTREPRENEURSHIP VILLAGE
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BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION Entrepreneurs submit up to 20 pages of their working business plans, complete with financials, to be considered to compete at our biggest competition of the year. The panel of judges choose the top three winners based on their pitch and plans. The audience votes on a People’s Choice winner based on their pitches. Participants are able to speak with attendees about their businesses and receive written feedback from the judges. 2 0 1 9 W I N N E R : M E R E D I T H E D WA R D S , D R E S S E D B Y 2 0 1 8 W I N N E R : R YA N R E I S D O R F, P L A C E M A T 2 0 1 7 W I N N E R : S A R A H B E T H P E R R Y, W I T H T H E B A N D
NOW ACCEPTING SPONSORS FOR THE 2020 BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION
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ENTREPRENEURSIN-RESIDENCE The Entrepreneur-in-Residence program provides a unique opportunity for students to be coached by a seasoned entrepreneur. EIRs offer dedicated office hours to give one-on-one advising to student entrepreneurs and to help support our other programs for entrepreneurs. Any student looking for business advice can meet with the Entrepreneurs-in-Residence. Current and Former Entrepreneurs-in-Residence: ARNIE MALHAM 2019–2020 DAN HOGAN 2018–2020 V I C T O R I A K O P YA R 2 0 1 7 – 2 0 1 9 S H AW N G L I N T E R 2 0 1 6 – 2 0 1 8 J O E C A L L O W AY 2 0 1 5 – 2 0 1 6
Thank you to our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence for supporting and guiding our students.
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