Each year a select group of entrepreneurs complete the NBIC’s long-standing incubator program by scaling their business to $1 million+ and/or employ 5 or more. We celebrated and honored their accomplishments on Thursday, January 25, 2018, along with other community supporters and leaders who believe in our mission.
Graduates:
Crystal De Luna Bogan & Joseph Bogan – The Grilled Cheeserie
John Curry – John Curry Electric
Reggie Polk – Polk Construction
Michael Weiss – MedForward
Chairman’s Award – Bryce Adkins
Mighty Oaks Leadership Award – Charlotte Peacock
Collaborator of the Year – University of TN, Procurement Technical Assistance Center (UTPTAC)
Keynote Speaker – Derek Young, YMG Enterprises (NBIC Past Graduate)
Check out the highlights below:
Tasha Garner – Unique Advisor
Tasha Garner, owner of Unique Advisor, a developing consulting firm targeting sectors like healthcare, financial technology, social services, and government contracts, discovered NBIC through her involvement in the Hope Operations Program. This connection led her to NBIC’s Foundations course, which profoundly transformed her approach to entrepreneurship. Garner sincerely appreciated the course, noting, “It was awesome. I thought I knew a lot already, but I learned so much more. It was very transparent.” She highlighted the invaluable guidance from mentors like Mister Harvey and Anne Marie, who were knowledgeable and patient, encouraging interactive participation and questions.