SMALL BUSINESS
NEXT LEVEL NASHVILLE
Next Level Nashville, an initiative of the Tennessee Urban League Affiliates and Urban League of Middle Tennessee, is a dynamic executive education and business growth program designed to equip small business owners with the strategic insight, operational expertise, and influential networks needed to scale with confidence and sustainability. Through hands-on learning, expert guidance, and meaningful connections, participants gain the tools and leadership capacity necessary to elevate their businesses to the next level.
A STRATEGIC GROWTH BLUEPRINT TO POSITION YOUR BUSINESS
FOR THE NEXT LEVEL
Ten exceptional business owners from Middle Tennessee will be selected to participate in the upcoming Next Level Nashville cohort, taking place January 2026 through May 2026.
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This transformative executive business development experience features 14 immersive sessions over the course of five months, bringing together a dynamic cohort of small business leaders committed to growth, innovation, and long-term success.
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Throughout the program, participants will gain strategic insight, practical business expertise, and meaningful peer and mentor connections, all culminating in the development of a comprehensive, customized 3-Year Strategic Growth Action Plan tailored to their business goals and vision for expansion.
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Participation in the program is completely complimentary.
All program materials and resources will be provided.
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CUSTOMER REFERENCES
Provide customer references from the past two years
INSURANCE
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Provide proof of current insurance coverage including but not limited to, general liability, worker’s compensation and auto insurance.
PROGRAM SNAPSHOT
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Executive-Level Strategic Business Assessment
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Industry-Specific SWOT Analysis & Opportunity Mapping
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Goal Setting & Long-Term Vision Alignment
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Financial Positioning, Resource Evaluation & Growth Readiness
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Market Expansion & Business Development Strategies
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Customer Experience Optimization & Brand Engagement
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Development of a Customized Strategic Growth Action Plan™
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Opportunities to Present Your Business to Local Procurement Officers & Decision-Makers
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Peer Collaboration, Leadership Development & Strategic Networking
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Access to Expert Insight, Practical Tools, and Growth-Focused Resources
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And Much More!