Description

See Details Below and Register This Event is Free with Promo Code: THRIVE26 Thrive: Economic Inclusion Conference Friday, April 10, 2026 @ 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM Music City Center - Davidson Ballroom 201 Rep John Lewis Way South Nashville, TN 37203 Parking will be available in the Music City Center Garage off of 6th Avenue. Register Now Theme: Revenue Reimagined The Nashville Area Chamber, in partnership with First Horizon Bank and Music City Center, presents Thrive: Economic Inclusion Conference—a future-focused, half-day experience for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and growth-minded leaders ready to rethink how they generate revenue. Part of the Chamber’s Thrive platform, this event moves beyond traditional sales tactics to explore smarter pricing, customer acquisition, relationship-building, and long-term value creation through a modern, data-informed lens. In today’s AI-driven, rapidly evolving marketplace, revenue isn’t just about closing deals—it’s about building intelligent systems for predictable growth. Thrive: Revenue Reimagined brings together experts and business leaders to explore how technology, partnerships, and modern sales strategies unlock new revenue streams and drive performance. Keynote: Barb Betts Barb Betts, CEO and relationship strategist, will open the program by sharing insights from more than 23 years of experience building multi-million-dollar businesses and leading high-performing sales teams. Her session will focus on sales, leadership, and industry transformation, and how relationship-driven strategies influence business growth. General Session: The State of Sales and AI Presenter: Caleb Scholze, Software Developer, Atiba Moderator: Brianna Norton, Founder & CEO, Eshalore Modern sales is no longer linear—it’s a system. Learn how AI, CRM tools, and automation streamline workflows, enhance personalization, and build scalable revenue engines. Takeaway: Use AI for the work, keep humans at the center of trust and closing. Breakout Session 1: Building an AI Powered Trust Engine Presenter: Jayson Rivas, Founder, Impact Consulting Moderator: Malick Gaye, VP of Livability, Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce A practical framework for building real relationships at scale: lead with value, build genuine connections, and stay present. Learn how AI supports consistency without losing authenticity. Breakout Session 2: Ph-D Framework for Business Development and Sales Presenter: Bill McCleskey, Founder, Mitech Partners, LLC. Moderator: Jennifer Renshaw, Founder/CEO & CMS, Brand Mark Digital Simplify growth through three pillars: Psychology: Mindset + messaging Hustle: Daily revenue-driving activity Discipline: Systems, CRM, and consistency Fireside Chat: Barb Betts, Keynote Speaker and Britt Mitchell, CEO of Dream Bigger Now Today A rapid-fire exchange where Barb Betts and Britt Mitchell, Dream Bigger Now Today CEO, talk sales and the art of building and sustaining authentic relationships. Through candid questions, they unpack how to stay human, relevant, and relational while leveraging technology to drive results. Agenda 7:30–8:30 a.m. | Registration & Networking 8:45–9:30 a.m. | Breakfast & Keynote 9:45–10:15 a.m. | General Session 10:30–11:30 a.m. | Breakout Sessions 1 & 2 11:45 a.m.–12:10 p.m. | Fireside Chat 12:10–12:15 p.m. | Closing Tip: Bring capability statements, project samples, and business cards to make the most of your connections! Special thanks to our Supporting Sponsor: Cromwell Media Event Items Item Name Price Expiration Date Event Attendee $55.00 4/10/2026 Vendor Table Includes two attendees and one table to showcase your company's services/opportunities. $250.00 4/10/2026