Twende Tri-Cities Inaugural Cohort
Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC), announced its 2024 Twendé cohort for founders of color. Twendé, Kiswahili for “let’s go,” is a statewide, 6-month accelerator program helping minority businesses grow their professional network and scale their businesses.
This statewide program will bring 56 business leaders together providing access to statewide connections, on-demand curriculum, capital resources, individualized coaching and mentorship, plus B2B (business to business) and B2G (business to government) resources.
“Building a thriving community of business owners of color isn’t just about diversity; it’s about economic vitality”, said Sam Davidson, CEO of Nashville Entrepreneur Center. “When we unite, share our experiences, and create opportunities for growth, we strengthen the foundation of our state’s economy, making it more resilient and inclusive for all.”
New is Launch Tennessee’s network partner, Sync Space, establishing a group of founders to hold on-site programming in the Tri-Cities area.
“We are excited for the minority founders of Northeast Tennessee to be joining this year’s Twende cohort,” said Heath Guinn, Sync Space president, “The leadership and connectivity the program provides is incredibly valuable as we help companies continue to grow and create jobs in our region.”
Kaifa Events is supporting Sync Space in this initiative with project management of the Tri-Cities cohort and coaches.