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Circle Back

Nashville Entrepreneur Center

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Circle Back features Nashville’s most exceptional entrepreneurs as they revisit the moments that defined their paths. Hosted by Clark Buckner, these founders offer inspiration and practical insights to those navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys.
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Navigate, powered by the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, is a podcast dedicated to shining a light on Nashville’s entrepreneur ecosystem. EC team members and hosts Brynn Plummer and Clark Buckner interview entrepreneurs, business experts, investors, local government officials and organizations that support entrepreneurs across the city. Businesses aren’t grown in a vacuum, and neither are entrepreneurs. Nashville is unique – and there are a few special ingredients that make it a community tha ...
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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 …
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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…
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Phil and Pam Pfeffer share their remarkable journey from a chance encounter in a college physics class to building a multi-million dollar fortune. Hear how Phil's career in finance and business led to the creation of Ingram Micro Inc. and Treemont Capital, all while Pam's expertise in banking and accounting played a crucial role in their success. D…
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Dive into the compelling journey of Saurabh Sinha, from his initial dreams of a sports career to establishing eMids, a groundbreaking technology company transforming the healthcare industry. This episode explores how Sinha's athletic pursuits instilled in him a resilience and strategic thinking that became the cornerstone of his entrepreneurial ven…
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Dive into the inspiring journey of Shirley Zeitlin, a name synonymous with resilience, innovation, and success in Nashville's real estate landscape. In this episode, Shirley shares her incredible story of lifelong learning, overcoming societal barriers, and building a legacy in an industry once dominated by men. From her early days of high academic…
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Jim Ayers shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey from a young boy in a small Tennessee town with a desire to find success like his father to building a profitable nursing home business and becoming a prominent figure in the banking industry. In 1984, Ayers acquired Farmers State Bank which marked the inception of what would eventually become …
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Step into the world of Jane Allen, a pivotal figure in reshaping the landscape of the legal profession. From her early days navigating law school to her groundbreaking venture in legal services, Jane's life offers a rich tapestry of challenges, pivotal moments, and courageous choices. This podcast delves into Jane's formative years within a divorce…
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Join us for the latest episode of Circle Back, where we explore the captivating journey of entrepreneurial visionary Jimmy Spradley. Discover how he transformed a renowned candy company into a thriving powerhouse in the realm of functional foods. From audacious acquisitions to strategic pivots, delve into the world of innovation, adaptation, and fa…
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André Prince is the longtime matriarch behind the legendary Nashville staple, Prince Hot Chicken Shack. From the fiery origins of her family's spicy chicken recipe to the heights of becoming a culinary icon in Nashville, Andre's entrepreneurial journey is a testament to resilience, family heritage, and the influential force of word-of-mouth marketi…
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Mark Deutschmann is no stranger to Nashville's real estate scene, standing out for his unique approach to realty and a knack for juggling challenges. His journey from being voted Nashville's best realtor for nearly a decade to pioneering urban redevelopment tells a compelling story of grit, vision, and creativity. In this episode, Mark shares the r…
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In this compelling episode, we explore the diverse entrepreneurial journey of Michael Shmerling, a seasoned businessman who navigated a wide range of industries, from background checks to real estate and healthcare. Michael shares his business instincts, strategies for mitigating risk, and his drive to create impactful projects. Notably, he discuss…
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Amy Kurland is the founder of the Bluebird Cafe, one of Nashville’s most iconic music venues and birthplace of “in the round” performances, complete with food and drink services. In this episode, Amy shares how this beloved spot came to be with the help of her family's support and a marketing class that changed the way she approached business. By f…
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Teetering back and forth between the projects and the suburbs, Dr. Turner Nashe had a series of experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial efforts that started with learning about entrepreneurship and business to a faith-driven voice showing him he can focus on making a difference. Prison reform, education, tech, insurance, real estate and more - …
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For more than 30 years, Lucious Burch flourished in the venture capital business where he helped take 17 businesses to the New York Stock exchange. As a self-proclaimed people investor, Burch learned his skills on the job in New York, but made his way back to his roots in Nashville to continue to invest in great people and businesses.…
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Sherry Deutschmann was raised in North Carolina with a strict upbringing, but chose Nashville as home to develop her career. Now she's a serial entrepreneur, the founder of LetterLogic and BrainTrust. Learn how her drive and empathetic character led her to become one of the strongest women in entrepreneurship in Nashville.…
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From The Chase Studio at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Circle Back Season 2 is here! We’re returning with even more of Nashville's most exceptional entrepreneurs revisiting the moments that defined their path. Hosted by Clark Buckner, these founders offer inspiration and practical insights to those navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys…
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We are honored to have shared the stories of some of Nashville’s most influential entrepreneurs on this season of Circle Back. In this”bridge” episode, our CEO Jane Allen is looking back on the highlights of each entrepreneur's story, how they're giving back to the entrepreneurial community, and their plans for the future!…
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