Described as an “expert at creating loyal fans for your brand” by Entrepreneur, Brittany Hodak has transformed customer engagement for brands like Amazon, Walmart, and Disney, as well as icons like Katy Perry and Luke Bryan. To help hard-working Nashville businesses reach the next level at Entrepreneur Exclusive: Nashville, she’s sharing exactly how to turn casual customers into passionate brand advocates.

Join finance veterans Cole Levin and Phil Shmerling for real talk about funding your growth. Cole brings hands-on experience helping startups raise millions in capital, and Phil’s leadership at Studio Bank gives him unique insights into what makes businesses investment-ready. With decades of combined expertise in venture capital, angel investing, and corporate finance, Cole and Phil will share battle-tested strategies for optimizing cash flow, securing capital, and navigating the world of funding in 2025.

Serial entrepreneur Sherry Stewart Deutschmann of BrainTrust and Letter Logic, an INC 5000 fastest growing company for 10 consecutive years, and Nashville community-builder Kelley Griggs of StartupNash and Britepeer bring decades of experience in creating thriving businesses and communities. Learn their proven approaches to building engaged teams, tapping into Nashville’s powerful entrepreneurial community, and leveraging local networks for sustainable growth.