The EC's vision is to make Nashville the best place in America to start or grow a business. For those looking for more intensive support, the EC offers a variety of programs designed to meet you at your specific stage of development. We also offer a variety of memberships for those looking for access to physical space and a community of supportive entrepreneurs.
SpendCare is a financial management system that provides monitoring, safe spending, and expense-sharing services for seniors. The company was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
Nuestro was created to help our Comunidad take control over their financial future and they are completely committed to creating innovative tools that will help you prosper and see your money increase.
Lumio Insight is a provider of a cloud-based data management and analytics platform tailored for community-based financial institutions. The platform enables these institutions to gain a comprehensive understanding of their deposit portfolios and customer insights. It facilitates data integration and allows for the monitoring of overall financial performance, equipping executives, managers, and front-line staff with essential information to effectively manage their operations and enhance customer service. By leveraging this technology, Lumio Insight aims to empower financial institutions to make informed decisions and improve their service delivery.
Lendovative Technologies is a software company specializing in innovative lender solutions. The company was founded in 2022 and is based in Brentwood, Tennessee.
Ready Life is a fintech company that focuses on payment processing, generational wealth management, and mortgage services. It has developed a financial platform that offers loans without the need for a credit score, aiming to empower underserved and overlooked communities. By providing essential tools and resources, Ready Life seeks to help these communities advance economically and create generational wealth, addressing historical challenges and contributing to closing the wealth gap. Additionally, the platform enables businesses to utilize alternative merchant payment methods, thereby reducing transactional costs and enhancing their financial health.
Hafta Have is a consumer shopping application that allows users to add items to their list of 'have-to-haves' by scanning tags in store or shopping the online catalog, and will automatically notify when the item goes on sale. Founded in May 2015 in Los Angeles, CA.
Leverage Creative Group is a digital publisher, helping niche experts build an audience and monetize their content online. They’ve created multiple six-figure online product launches, overseen the release of New York Times Bestselling books, and been a highly sought-after resource for sales and marketing strategy to dozens of speakers, authors, and other notable brands.
Songfluencer is a global creative marketing agency that specializes in connecting songs, artists, and brands with influential tastemakers on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. By leveraging the expertise of both industry veterans and Gen Z creators, Songfluencer aims to transform followers into dedicated fans. The agency's unique approach involves strategically aligning music with key influencers to enhance visibility and engagement for musicians and brands alike. Through their in-house team of social media influencers, Songfluencer delivers tailored marketing solutions that cater to the specific needs of their clients, effectively boosting popularity and reach in the digital landscape.
TeqTouch is a wearable stylus that offers protection from germs on public touchscreens and touchpads. Founded in 2015 by Gable Eaton, TeqTouch's goal is to be the global leader in providing products for safe interaction with public and personal touchscreens and touch pads.
All Access Advance is a SaaS platform that allows tour managers and venues to directly communicate and share detailed performance information with their artists and production teams, all from a single dashboard. It was founded in 2018 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
TySy is a technology company aiming to create applications and other technologies. It addresses social and economic issues; specifically human trafficking.
The Conflict Chick is a speaking and consulting company for corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurs. It is designed to help leaders create opportunities and build sustainable solutions.
Kwench Juice Cafe specializes in providing fresh juice, smoothies, acai bowls, and other health-conscious food options made from all-natural ingredients without added sugar. The business caters to customers seeking nutritious alternatives to traditional meal options. Additionally, Kwench Juice Cafe operates as a franchise, offering aspiring entrepreneurs a straightforward pathway to business ownership in the health food sector. The franchise model includes support in site selection, training, and financing, allowing franchise partners to concentrate on delivering excellent customer service and managing their operations effectively.
HIRD is an event, wedding, and music production company that creates complete and ready to broadcast video productions. Their services also include live streaming, music performance videos and video editing.
Apto Global is an app-based platform that focuses on culture, language, and travel, catering to users' personal needs and interests. It provides trusted resources and services designed to facilitate the transition of internationals and their families into new regions. The platform features interactive experiences that simulate real-life scenarios, allowing users to engage with local culture effectively. By connecting learners with relevant people, content, resources, events, and services, Apto Global aims to enhance the travel and relocation experience, making it easier for individuals to explore the world, whether physically or virtually.
Fairpointe Planning is a woman-owned consulting firm based in Nashville, Tennessee, specializing in transportation planning for local and state governments. Founded in 2018, the firm is certified as a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBENC) and as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). Fairpointe Planning provides a comprehensive range of services, including transportation planning, public engagement, and program implementation, aimed at enhancing accessibility to transportation services. The firm focuses on helping governments develop effective transportation networks through collaborative visioning and strategic planning efforts.
Creative Soulz Printing provides printing services such as business cards, banners, brochures, labels, and other customized services. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Creative Soulz Printing, specializes in custom printing and branding small businesses.
Girl, Unknown provides women to enhance their realities through accountability, networking, and healthy social interactions. Their goal is to make the unknowns known in igniting passion and becoming the best version of themselves. Girl, Unknown is built around the seven pillars of empowerment: Self-Defense, Self-Confidence, Entrepreneurship, Mentorship, Life-Long Learning, Mindfulness, and Health & Fitness.
VIRT Physical Therapy is a virtual clinic answering the demand for touch-free musculoskeletal care by providing access to specialized physical therapists from anywhere.
Remington specializes in both individual education and organizational change to end racial inequality. Remington Holt Consulting is a consultant for diversity, equity, and inclusion in schools that specializes in developing sustainable systems of equity and training educators who serve Black and Brown students, families, and communities.
CUE Audio, founded in October 2017, specializes in data-over-audio technology that allows for communication between microphones and speakers using sound waves. The company has developed an innovative solution that employs high-frequency, ultrasonic audio to transmit data, providing an offline and network-free alternative to traditional connectivity methods like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. CUE's flagship product features a synchronized smartphone light show that enhances live events by integrating this technology into music. Within a short period, CUE has successfully transformed the experiences of over 10 million fans at events for prominent clients, including Coca-Cola, Disney, and various professional and collegiate sports teams.
Christ Home Care is a home care agency that specializes in providing quality support services for seniors and individuals in need of assistance. The agency focuses on enriching the quality of life for its clients while supporting families in their caregiving roles. Services offered by Christ Home Care include personal care, companion care, light housekeeping, meal planning and preparation, transportation, and specialized care for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. By delivering these services in the comfort of clients' homes, Christ Home Care ensures that elderly individuals receive consistent and compassionate support tailored to their unique needs.
A&E Coaching Group focused on assisting nonprofit leaders with developing their organization towards sustainability. A&E Coaching Group was founded in 2010 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
Culture Architecture and Design is a full-service architecture and interior design firm. Culture Architecture and Design create compelling spaces and brands that people love. They intentionally curate each design team to fulfill their client’s values, goals, and priorities. With their diverse background of working on prominent and significant projects, they take a hands-on approach to exceed their client’s needs and ensure a pleasurable experience.
Music City Mancave is a luxury men’s grooming spa that specializes in custom hand and foot treatments. Their goal is to promote wellness with a focus on world-class customer service.
FanKave operates an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to enhance social engagement and audience interaction for sports fans. By personalizing the fan experience throughout the sports season, the platform supports fans before, during, and after games, covering major leagues globally. It enables brands to convert social content into visually appealing and brand-safe narratives that can be shared across various digital channels. This approach aims to elevate the overall engagement of sports enthusiasts with the content they consume.
Pass It Down is a digital storytelling platform that enables users to capture, share, and preserve personal and family stories through various formats, including video, audio, text, and photos. The platform allows individuals to document their life stories by responding to prompts provided by oral historians, using their smartphones, tablets, or computers. Users can choose to share their stories publicly, with friends and family, or keep them private like a journal. Additionally, Pass It Down serves cultural institutions and brands by collecting authentic stories from customers or employees, facilitating the creation of interactive online and touchscreen exhibits that engage audiences and enhance storytelling experiences.
TotalVU provides interactivity and real-time access to matches, tournaments, and venues in a secure environment with monetization options along with real-time video streaming, AR and merchandising services for the Esports market.
Collyde helps sports teams connect with fans in virtual rooms. Collyde brings the power of live social media engagement for organizations to own and monetize their audience.
LabelRadar is a music platform that enhances the demo submission and talent discovery process in the music industry. Founded in 2018, the platform enables artists to share their music effortlessly by selecting brief snippets of their demos for submission. This allows labels and promoters to efficiently review and discover a diverse array of unsigned talent from around the world. Artists receive notifications when their demos are listened to, facilitating meaningful connections with industry professionals. Fans play a crucial role in this ecosystem by exploring demos and providing valuable statistics, effectively becoming talent scouts. By simplifying the discovery process, LabelRadar empowers both artists and labels to foster relationships and make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving music landscape. The company was acquired by The Beatport Group in May 2022.
Renaissance is focused on building online music communities for superfans globally. The company has developed a fan engagement platform that enhances the connection between creators and their audiences through advanced technology. This platform tracks and analyzes individual listening habits, allowing both fans and musicians to engage more meaningfully. By creating dedicated channels, artists can interact with their fans through personalized rewards and shoutout videos, fostering a closer relationship and promoting mutual growth.
Vyrill Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in user-generated video content (UGVC) discovery and analytics. Founded in 2015, Vyrill has developed a comprehensive platform that allows enterprises to search within videos on the web and mobile, facilitating the unlocking of valuable video data for growth. The platform aggregates various types of videos related to consumer products, including demos, commercials, and reviews, while also providing pricing information and product recommendations. Vyrill's services encompass video capture, indexing, ranking, management, and search engine optimization, enhancing customer acquisition and brand engagement for businesses. Additionally, the platform offers e-commerce widgets and tools that support video personalization and marketing across multiple platforms.
Ewagers is an online wagering platform dedicated to Esports, previously known as E-Ventures. The company offers a comprehensive solution for gamers, featuring a progression system, social interaction pages, embedded streaming, and leaderboards. Ewagers provides multiple wagering options, including standard wagers, side wagers, streamer wagers, and tournament entries. This approach allows users to engage in a variety of betting experiences while ensuring a safe, secure, and user-friendly platform with guaranteed payouts. The focus on Esports distinguishes Ewagers in the competitive landscape of online betting platforms.
A comprehensive platform that integrates various functionalities for sports businesses, eliminating the need for multiple subscriptions and reducing data entry.
Simply put, we help video creators get back to being creative. Quicc automates video post-production workflows such as transcribing and captioning while also helping creative teams manage their video archives by indexing every moment of spoken word, keyword searching to retrieve those moments in seconds, and clipping them out for rapid distribution to audiences.
Sounds Sphere leverages technology to empower artists and songwriters to have the best possible experience finding production online. Sounds Sphere helps artists and songwriters create great songs faster and with less cost.
We Optimize Work is an application that helps companies reduce the time needed to launch project innovations and have real-time visibility of employee engagement. It was founded in 2019 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
80/20 Fitness provides personal fitness training to develop a fit mind, fit body, and ultimately, live a healthier lifestyle. 80/20 Fitness was established in 2016 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
SangCash is a payment platform designed to streamline the licensing process for music venues while ensuring fair compensation for songwriters and music creators. By reducing the costs associated with licensing fees, it alleviates the financial burden on venues and facilitates timely payments to music producers. The platform enables songwriters to easily register and be featured in playlists that are provided to bars, restaurants, and music venues nationwide. This approach not only simplifies the often complex landscape of copyright royalties but also ensures that songwriters receive direct payments for their work, thereby enhancing transparency and efficiency in the music licensing process.
Possip is a feedback-sharing platform that enhances communication between parents and teachers, aiming to improve student support in diverse communities. The platform enables systematic collection and analysis of feedback trends, allowing schools to gain insights into community sentiments. It facilitates the sharing of positive experiences and provides weekly reports in multiple languages to highlight trends within educational environments. By offering real-time feedback from parents, Possip helps schools understand their communities better and fosters a collaborative approach to student counseling.
Plum Flower Software develops workflow optimizations in software for healthcare practitioners because working in medicine has inherent burdens that the tools of the job should not add to. Their apps include doclauncher and calerity.
ZeaHealth is a health-tech startup focused on improving price transparency in healthcare. Founded by Dr. Chandra Bondugula, the company offers ZeaTool, an AI-powered platform that enables hospitals and insurance companies to present pricing information in compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations. This platform helps clients avoid significant penalties while allowing them to publish negotiated charges on their websites. ZeaTool also collects pricing data from over 2,000 hospitals, which can be monetized by selling to various stakeholders, including providers and pharmaceutical companies. In addition to ZeaTool, ZeaHealth operates ZeaMed, a healthcare marketplace that connects consumers with providers, facilitating informed, cost-conscious healthcare decisions for the uninsured and underinsured population. ZeaMed allows users to search, compare, book, and pay for healthcare services while providing self-insured employers a means to negotiate costs directly with healthcare organizations. Furthermore, ZeaHub serves as a value-based outcomes engine aimed at enhancing the quality, safety, and efficiency of care while reducing costs.
Rehabwheel - manufacturer of physical therapy equipment and marketplace, our competitive advantage it is LegMaker is a low-cost, high-function physiotherapy pedal device that easily attaches to wheelchairs it contains lithium-ion rechargeable battery powers.
Developer of a cloud-based enterprise level application designed to facilitate direct reimbursement nationwide. The company's application utilizes peer to peer system to link providers directly to patients to provide delivery of supplemental benefits and make direct payment from patient to provider, bypassing conventional insurance systems, enabling employers to save on insurance costs and improve employee and family health through increased utilization of benefits.
Suquino offers a range of healthcare services focusing on telehealth and remote diagnostics. The company has developed an artificial intelligence platform that facilitates real-time monitoring of healthcare diagnostics and analytics. This platform is designed to seamlessly integrate with third-party medical devices and software, creating a connected care ecosystem. By enabling healthcare practitioners to remotely assess and diagnose patients, Suquino provides holistic care while ensuring the protection of sensitive patient data. Their services encompass remote diagnosis, medical devices, analytics, and telehealth, aimed at addressing the diverse needs of patients effectively.
US adults have a 40% chance of developing type 2 diabetes; Hispanic American adults have a >50% chance. 90% of these cases can be avoided by making lifestyle changes, like diet modifications. Yumlish provides culturally relevant nutrition therapy for minorities with diabetes while addressing socioeconomic and lifestyle barriers to dietary adherence in order to create positive health outcomes.
AdvantageCareEMS
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
AdvantageCareEMS provide safe timely and compassionate medical transportation to patients. They are here to ensure that all patients are transported with the highest sense of urgency and skill set.
Major Care specializes in providing remote wellness care for postpartum individuals, focusing on enhancing support during the postpartum period. The company offers a range of telehealth services, including remote doula support, lactation consultation, and non-clinical care that spans pregnancy, childbirth, and various perinatal experiences such as miscarriage and stillbirth. By prioritizing accessibility and affordability, Major Care aims to address the critical need for comprehensive postpartum care, thereby promoting healthier family outcomes and reducing unnecessary emergency room visits for common perinatal concerns. Through its innovative approach, Major Care seeks to establish itself as a leading provider of postpartum after-care services.
MinTech Agency is a diversity recruiting company working to assist Black and LatinX tech talent land roles while helping organizations diversify their tech talent. It was founded in 2018 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
Flisk (Acquired by Archer) is a platform that offers a range of intuitive and cost-effective products including insurance and exposure data management, claims management, incidents management, and analytics, coupled with exceptional customer support. We are a new challenger provider for the risk and insurance industry with the mission to simplify it. Our platform helps large enterprises. Highly configurable and completely scalable. Flisk delivers the best user experience.
Nashville Nutrition Partners is a multi-specialty group practice of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists that provides Medical Nutrition Therapy, covered by insurance.
CaringWire is a digital health platform that enhances the healthcare experience for individuals, families, and businesses. It offers a unified virtual care ecosystem that includes a range of personalized services such as behavioral health, virtual primary care, online pharmacy, family planning, estate planning, and family caregiving. The platform aims to improve access to healthcare tools, allowing users to conveniently manage their health and wellness needs. Partnering with the University of Wisconsin School of Nursing, CaringWire ensures its services are grounded in the latest research, providing comprehensive guidance and support. The mission of CaringWire is to make healthcare more accessible and manageable, aspiring to be the primary digital solution for accessing trusted care.
CPRWrap is a manufacturer of an innovative CPR aid designed to facilitate effective life-saving interventions by non-medical responders. The product is portable, disposable, and made from medical-grade plastic, ensuring durability during use. It features a one-way mouthpiece and is available in sizes for infants, children, and adults. CPRWrap's design includes clear, step-by-step instructions, visual cues, and embossed hand placements, allowing anyone—trained or untrained—to perform CPR confidently until emergency medical services arrive. The compact size and instructive features make it easy for bystanders to carry and utilize, addressing the critical need for prompt intervention in emergencies while minimizing the risk of contamination from bodily fluids.
Darvis has created an AI-based solution that automates the tracking of physical assets, eliminating the need for manual processes such as barcode scanning. The company's technology transforms traditional inventory management into smart digital shelves, providing real-time insights and accountability in logistics and supply chain management. With features like inventory tracking, fill level detection, and georeferencing, Darvis enables businesses to monitor key metrics, track asset locations, and enhance operational efficiency. The platform is designed to seamlessly integrate with existing systems, ensuring a smooth transition while maintaining compliance with privacy regulations. By improving resource management and reducing waste, Darvis aims to deliver smarter consumption and better outcomes for its clients, particularly in the healthcare sector.
I Heart Care's mission is to be the boarding pass for vulnerable populations who do not have access to patient portals, cutting costs and saving lives. By ensuring medical information is available at all times when utilizing the emergency room and other health-related appointments. I Heart Care help keep track of health information both electronically and printed, and allows patients to share health information with family and clinical team in the event of a medical emergency.
At Leda Health, our mission is to transform existing systems of sexual assault prevention, care, and justice to better serve survivors and the communities in which they live. We are currently developing a more holistic care program and expanding our services. To learn more about Leda Health, visit: https://www.leda.co/ https://www.facebook.com/ledahealth/ https://twitter.com/ledahealthco https://www.instagram.com/ledahealth/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ledahealth/
Qardian Labs provides AI-based decision-making software for healthcare. Their technology uses a data analysis method called deep learning to find relationships between medical metrics that patients have heart disease. Their system uses AI-based technology to analyze patients' reports and health outputs to recognize heart diseases.
HealthCentrix develops a cloud-based platform called Prevvy, designed to enhance patient care by providing secure access to health data from various sources, including primary care providers, specialists, labs, and hospitals. The platform facilitates communication between patients, caregivers, and primary care providers, particularly for chronic care management, remote patient monitoring, and behavioral care management, services that are now reimbursed by Medicare. HealthCentrix offers this platform free to patients while implementing a revenue-sharing model with primary care physicians. The company's technology aims to coordinate and automate care across multiple diseases, supporting healthcare providers and organizations in seamlessly integrating digital care plans and telehealth services into their existing workflows. This approach helps maintain a personal connection with patients outside of traditional clinical settings.
InovCares is a behavior change platform designed to enhance the health and well-being of women, particularly women of color, by providing access to culturally sensitive healthcare professionals. The platform integrates real-time metabolic health data with telehealth services, artificial intelligence, and patient engagement rewards, fostering a supportive community. By utilizing advanced technology, including patented methods originally developed by NASA, InovCares simplifies and unifies the healthcare experience for Black and Latin women through personalized and connected care solutions. The service consolidates medical records and integrates various health data, including wearable and genomic information, alongside telemedicine and lifestyle guidance. This approach allows users to spend less time managing their health and more time focusing on wellness.
ViaSana advocates for Physical Therapy and muscular-skeletal health. ViaSana creates a platform to deliver care via asynchronous and live telemedicine services. Patients can interact with their therapist via video, text, and training modules that can also be shared easily with the larger health and wellness network around them.
Dendrite Health develops an AI-driven healthcare platform that collects and connects information throughout the human body. Dendrite Health is a group of physician software developers and software developers who have developed a data-informed autonomous AI-driven healthcare platform. Dendrite Health collects the dots and connects the dots from any place within the healthcare ecosystem and creates an autonomous healthcare platform that can diagnose, assess, treat, bill, and care coordinate care for patients with the most expensive chronic medical conditions.
Founded in Boston, MA, HealthCorum was born with the mission to make healthcare more efficient and affordable for patients nationwide. As patients, we witnessed the outrageous bills being sent to our insurers for unnecessary procedures firsthand. When insurer costs go up, healthcare expenses increase for all. Thus began our journey. Low-value care spending is expected to grow to nearly $1 Trillion annually. After decades of fee-for-service reimbursement, payers have begun searching for new methods to contain rising healthcare costs. It all starts with selecting the right providers – which is why we have created technology to identify and recommend the most efficient and cost-effective providers for your network. Our flagship solution, HealthCorum NOW, creates a level playing field of risk-adjusted benchmarks for providers nationwide. The goal is to increase network efficiency and minimize PMPY (Per Member Per Year) costs. Payers can view a myriad of “risk factors” for any given county or zip code to better evaluate market conditions. Our reports then deliver predictive, data-driven action plans to optimize their networks and reduce wasteful spending.
Noxsano Inc. specializes in the development of medical devices aimed at treating chronic and acute wounds. The company has created a proprietary technology that enables the controlled delivery of clinically proven wound-repairing molecules through a user-friendly device, which is complemented by a topically applied wound salve. This innovative wound dressing facilitates the generation and real-time control of biological messengers critical to the healing process, thereby enhancing the efficiency of wound healing for both acute and burn injuries. Noxsano's approach seeks to improve patient outcomes by accelerating the healing process in a clinically effective manner.
Exclusive Surgeries Solutions is a bundled surgical benefit for self-insured employers reducing 40% of medical costs. It was started by Suzanne Webb, who has been in the Healthcare Industry since 1988. Exclusive Surgeries Solutions is a surgeons network that helps find the best surgeons, safest environments, and best outcomes.
Autism Possible empowers autistic Individuals and their families through advocacy and the creation of innovative technologies that limit anxiety and meltdowns, build independence, reduce familial stress, and make their lives easier and better.
Lineus Medical specializes in medical devices aimed at enhancing vascular access and preventing complications associated with intravenous (IV) therapy. The company's flagship product, the SafeBreak Vascular device, employs patented break-away technology that allows for a controlled separation in the IV tubing when excessive tension is applied. This innovation helps prevent dislodgement of access lines, reducing the risks of blood loss and infection, and ultimately improving the overall quality of care for patients undergoing IV treatment. By focusing on the safety and effectiveness of IV therapy, Lineus Medical addresses a critical aspect of patient care in healthcare settings.
EunoChains
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
EunoChains is a blockchain-based collaborative ‘PubSub’ platform for producers and consumers, of Clinical Knowledge/Recommendations who share information using standards based, digital Knowledge Artifacts, and transact using blockchain contracts to ensure transparency assurances of Provenance, Process, Accountability, and Quality; for all participants of the ecosystem.
Placemat is a tech-driven, seamless and automated, two-sided reservation platform that makes hiring a personal chef easier than ever. On the personal chef side Placemat creates ongoing opportunities for 1099 contracted chefs or home cooks to pick up gigs at their leisure to supplement another career. On the guest serving side, Placemat comes directly to your home, your home away from home, Airbnb or wherever there is a kitchen.
BlackSleeve Media gamifies the entertainment industry with a proprietary mobile entertainment platform that generates crowd-sourced advertising campaigns and year-round fan participation. Based on the video game model for monetization and engagement, BlackSleeve generates revenue streams for the music, sporting, entertainment, and advertising industries.
Today people are bombarded with content, but we believe many people are not finding authentic connections with the topics they care about. And many companies are having a harder time forming relationships with targeted consumers. As ESPN provided passionate sports fans with a way to connect more deeply with their interests, Osiris is looking to do the same with music and culture. With audio podcasts, video, and live events, we are creating commentary and experiences for music fans to delight and inform—while helping companies connect with a difficult to reach demographic in an authentic way. Over the past year, we've grown to almost 30 podcasts, and have generated more than 1.7 million downloads across the network. The podcast industry is growing in impressive ways. The recent acquisition of Gimlet Media by Spotify was one of the biggest deals in the podcasting industry to date, and shows that many big players are seeing the potential in podcasting.
Make Music Count is an innovative educational platform that combines mathematics and music to enhance learning. Founded by award-winning educator Marcus Blackwell, the curriculum teaches mathematics through piano lessons, where each musical note corresponds to the solution of an algebraic equation. This approach aims to engage students by making math enjoyable and relatable, allowing them to learn popular hip-hop and pop songs while reinforcing their understanding of algebra. By integrating music with math education, Make Music Count provides a unique method for teachers to inspire students and improve their mathematical skills in a fun and interactive manner.
Oscillo Biosciences focuses on developing innovative pharmacological treatments for Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. The company has conducted studies to assess the impact of music and multisensory stimulation on brain activity in adults. Oscillo Biosciences creates a prescription medical device and a digital therapeutic that work in tandem to restore healthy brain function in patients experiencing mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. Their approach is grounded in the understanding that brain rhythms essential for memory and cognition are disrupted in these patients. Additionally, Oscillo Biosciences develops human-centered technologies aimed at rehabilitating individuals with language, cognitive, and motor impairments, utilizing rhythmic behaviors associated with speech, music, and movement to create effective therapies.
Sonido is a provider of recording studio management software that caters to commercial studios, independent producers, engineers, and educational institutions in the field of audio. The software facilitates various aspects of studio operation, including lead management, contact management, scheduling, online booking, project management, file review and delivery, and financial tracking. By offering these services, Sonido enables audio professionals to enhance organization and efficiency, ultimately streamlining their daily workflows and improving overall business management.
With the Band is a mobile app that enables fans to easily create and participate in fan projects and fan meet-ups. With the Band is revolutionizing fan engagement by putting the community first. They've been creating connections among fans and their favorite artists through fan projects, and we'll soon be launching Fan Crews - their modern-day version of a fan club.
SCI International designs and manufactures modern mobile safety and surveillance towers for rapid deployment to enhance security. It was founded by Stuart Bostock in 2016 and is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
ItyDity operates a music production marketplace platform tailored for independent singer-songwriters. The platform addresses the challenges faced by songwriters in finding quality music producers, a process that can often be confusing and high-risk. By employing a patented matchmaking process, ItyDity allows songwriters to connect with multiple vetted producers, enabling them to receive song sketches and select their preferred collaborator. This innovative approach not only empowers artists but also encourages producers to explore new styles and techniques, fostering a more dynamic music creation environment. Ultimately, ItyDity aims to enhance the songwriting experience by providing affordable and unbiased music production options.
MeloQuest
Non Equity Assistance in 2020
MeloQuest is a role-playing game that teaches music and instrument skills. The company was founded in 2019 and based in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Healthy Hip Hop is an educational technology company that focuses on promoting mental and physical health, social interaction, and personal empowerment among children and families. The company has developed an application that combines hip-hop culture with innovative technology, offering a curated environment reminiscent of platforms like Spotify and TikTok. Its content includes video and audio materials designed for use in classrooms, facilitating morning energizers, brain breaks, and pre-test activities. This approach encourages movement and physical education, aiming to enhance students' focus, engagement, and behavior in an educational setting.
Curio Brewing Company's mission is to make coffee approachable with excitement. Co-founded by Alex Wigton and David Morris, Curio previously operated 1910 Coffee Roasters.
Filterjoy is a retailer specializing in air filters, aiming to simplify the process of remembering to replace and purchase them for homes. The company provides three grades of air filters at no cost, along with free shipping, to encourage customers to maintain a healthier living environment. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, Filterjoy seeks to enhance consumer awareness regarding air quality and the importance of regular filter replacement.
Tour Collective helps artists hire a crew for their tours, live shows, and virtual performances. It is a network to help artists, managers and touring entities add experienced crew members.
The Macfarlan Group is a consulting group that exists to optimize the impact in the social impact space to make the world better disrupting the status quo. From strategic planning, leadership development, and data-driven decision making to improve operational effectiveness, The Macfarlan Group team serves nonprofit/social impact organizations because they believe in the work of those who have set their minds to go do good. It was founded in 2018 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
Habitat Yoga brings yoga classes and mindfulness tools to kids and educators, so that they can learn to self-regulate in times of stress or change and lead happier, healthier lives.
InnerG offers juice drinks that are tailored to the needs of consumers doing yoga. Based in north Nashville, Tennessee, InnerG is an innovative juiceria and yoga studio, balanced under one roof. Their cold-pressed juices are a fresh, handcrafted everyday luxury. InnerG Yoga is a personalized yoga experience, that helps flow through life, both on and off of the mat.
Uniqat is the first DTCC (Direct to Commercial Consumer) furniture/tech company. They control the entire value chain from European reward design, innovative technology, their manufacturing capabilities and professional delivery/installation, which results at the end in a seamless customer experience.
Southern Mug is an e-commerce, subscription-based, mission-driven company selling premium-grade coffee and related products. With every bag of coffee you purchase, Southern Mug will provide sustainable, quality of life solutions to our Bean Farm Communities.
Mull IT is a Nashville-based IT support company that provides managed IT services tailored to small businesses, particularly in professional sectors such as architecture, engineering, design, accounting, and non-profit organizations. The firm specializes in cybersecurity, data backups, and Microsoft 365 support, ensuring that its clients can operate securely and efficiently. Mull IT offers a month-to-month service model that includes unlimited technical support, remote work setup, Windows PC management, and coordination with vendors. The company is recognized for its quick response times, effective communication, and proactive approach to problem-solving, allowing clients to focus on their core business operations with confidence in their IT infrastructure. Founded by Justin Ploof, who has extensive experience in the IT sector, Mull IT aims to alleviate the stress associated with technology management for small but growing businesses.
Kontra is a startup focused on selling its proprietary design for water pipe glassware bongs. Their prototyping phase targets April 2020. It was founded by Martin Leamon in 2019 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee, United States.
Global Chi Supply Solutions is a supply chain consulting and supplier management company for small business owners. Its mission is to equip product-based businesses with the structure and tools to implement sustainable and profitable supply chains.
Persist Nashville aims to increase the share of Nashville students going on to obtain college degrees. Founded by Scott Campbell, Persist Nashville served students from 27 different high schools at 39 different colleges and universities and has quickly become Nashville’s largest college persistence organization.
Medicare Pathfinder, Inc. is a company focused on enhancing senior healthcare by providing a tool that helps individuals find the most suitable Medicare plans for their specific healthcare needs. Utilizing advanced data science and machine learning, the company predicts patients' health requirements and aligns these with their insurance coverage, enabling healthcare providers to assess potential revenues, cash flow, and financial risks. This approach not only aids seniors in selecting appropriate Medicare options but also assists insurers in boosting sales and reducing customer acquisition costs. Additionally, Medicare Pathfinder offers valuable insights to health systems, enhancing the effectiveness and profitability of their Medicare operations and value-based care programs. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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