AI Insights- Future-Proofing College
May 19, 2026
9:00am-9:45am
Virtual- Zoom
AI is changing the rules. This virtual session explores what students should potentially study, what skills will last, and how to make smarter education decisions in a rapidly evolving world.
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EO All Member Mixer
June 2, 2026
4:00pm-8:00pm
The Trestle @ Union Station Hotel
You’re invited to join fellow EO members for a high-energy night of connection and fun at The Trestle...one of Nashville's newest and most unforgettable event venues.
We'll have great food and drinks throughout the evening, as well as these fun activities:
Pickleball Showdowns, Mini-Golf Challenges and Lively Trivia with prizes!
You don't want to miss this event!
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Popstroke- Eat, Putt, Drink
July 16, 2026
6:00pm-9:00pm
Popstroke Nashville
Grab your spouse or partner and join us at Popstroke for a night of great food, drinks, laughs....and putting, of course! Popstroke Nashville is the world's largest putt putt course, featuring 3 full indoor/outdoor courses.
REGISTER TODAY!
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Spousal/Life Partner
Discovery Session
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Curious about what EO has to offer you as a spouse/life partner?
Join us for this interactive virtual discovery session designed to help you unlock the full value of the EO experience.
Whether you’re brand new or just looking to get more involved, this session will walk you through everything you need to know—from how to easily navigate and log in to the EO website, to discovering the incredible global trips, exclusive events, and meaningful local opportunities available to you.
You’ll also learn how to connect with other EO spouses in our chapter and beyond, building authentic relationships and finding your own community within EO.
Come ready to explore, ask questions, and discover how EO can enrich your journey in ways you may not have even imagined.
April 28, 2026
11am-12pm
Virtual- Zoom
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Check out these upcoming Exchange events hosted by our incredible Strategic Allilance Partners:
EO Exchange with EOS Worldwide...
Right People Right Seats - You Gotta Have Both
Friday, May 8, 2026
Virtual - Zoom
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Everyone has heard Jim Collin's teaching that you have to have the Right People in the Right Seats on the bus... and yet, everyone still seems to have people problems.
Come learn a set of simple tools for getting crystal clear on what it means to have the Right People in the Right Seats and how to move to action when you don't.
REGISTER HERE
EO Exchange with Skillway...
The Founder's Trap- Why So Many Founders Get Stuck in the Sales Role
Friday, June 12, 2026
Virtual - Zoom
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Most founders start as the best salesperson in the company—and many stay there far too long. What helped you build the business can quietly become the very thing that limits its growth.
In this session, we’ll break down how founders become the bottleneck in sales, why teams struggle to replicate their success, and what it really takes to transition from rainmaker to leader—and build a team that can sell without you.
REGISTER HERE
EO Exchange with ApexAI Advisors...
The Mid-Year Audit: From Hype to High-Performance
Maximizing Your "Digital Workforce" for the Rest of 2026
Friday, July 24, 2026
Virtual - Zoom
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
It’s July. In the first half of 2026, we saw AI move from a chat interface to a quiet infrastructure layer (maybe). But as we enter Q3, the question for every EO member isn't just "Do we have AI?"—it’s "Is our AI profitable, compliant, and actually taking work off our plate?"
Join our new EO Partner, ApexAI Advisors for this important and timely event.
REGISTER HERE
EO Exchange with Pinnacle Founders Rob McCabe & Terry Turner
Friday, September 18, 2026
Virtual- Zoom
9:00 AM- 10:00 AM
Join us for an exclusive EO Exchange featuring two of Nashville’s most respected business leaders, Rob McCabe and Terry Turner, founders of Pinnacle Financial Partners. Hear the inside story of how Pinnacle grew from a bold entrepreneurial idea into one of the most admired financial institutions in the Southeast.
Rob and Terry will share the pivotal decisions, defining moments, and leadership philosophies that shaped Pinnacle’s rise—and offer an inside look at the future through their new partnership with Synovus.
REGISTER HERE
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Chelsea Williams is the Owner & CEO of Spark Branded Solutions and a proud mom of two. She began her career in the promotional products industry after college, quickly rising into leadership roles with top distributors. In 2022, she launched Spark Branded Solutions to reimagine the traditional promo model – building an agency for high performers focused on strategy, creativity and service. Today, Spark is one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, surpassing eight figures in revenue and earning a spot on the coveted PPAI Top 100 distributors list. Chelsea has been nationally recognized as a PPAI Rising Star and a Powerhouse Woman of Promo. With a degree in journalism and a passion for storytelling, Chelsea loves helping brands connect with their audiences through merchandise that matters.
What is a personal piece of advice (business advice/saying/quote) that you lean on and could pass on to others?
I’ve always lived by the idea of “work smarter, not harder,” but the way I think about it has evolved over time. It’s not about avoiding hard work, it’s about questioning it. Anytime something feels overly complicated or time-consuming, I pause and ask: is this actually necessary, or is there a better way to do it? More often than not, there’s an opportunity to streamline, automate, or rethink the process entirely.
Best business book you’ve ever read?
“Shoe Dog” by Phil Knight is one of the most impactful business books that I’ve read, even if it’s considered a memoir. What stuck with me is how messy and uncertain the journey really was. You look at Nike now and it feels inevitable, but the book is a reminder that great businesses were once startups, too. There were constant risks, cash flow challenges and moments where it could have all fallen apart. It reinforces that building something meaningful isn’t a straight line, and that persistency, adaptability and a bit of scrappiness matter just as much as having a great idea.
One misstep you took in your business that you could caution others about?
One of my biggest missteps early on was being too much of a pushover as I transitioned from peer to leader. When you start a business and your peers come work for you, it’s natural to want to maintain that same dynamic. I avoided tough conversations, blurred boundaries and prioritized being liked over being clear. Over time, I realized that wasn’t serving anyone. As a leader, your responsibility is to set expectations, create accountability and make decisions that move the business forward – even when they’re uncomfortable.
How to you de-stress after a particularly hard day?
I always joke that I’m an “outside person,” not necessarily an outdoorsy one. My favorite way to reset after a long day is spending time with my family on our patio. We’ve created a full dining space outside, so we eat al fresco as often as possible while the kids run around and play. It’s simple, but it’s how I clear my head and come back to center. I’m very intentional about being a family woman who runs a business, not the other way around. That time outside helps me be fully present with my kids, disconnect from the day and remind myself what I’m ultimately building all of this for.
What’s something about you that would surprise everyone reading this?
Something that surprises people is that I always wanted to be a news reporter… and I actually did it! I was hired straight out of college at a news station in my hometown of Nashville. But I quickly realized that lifestyle, the hours and the long-term trajectory weren’t what I wanted for myself. So I stumbled into promotional products, and the rest is history. Turns out, the core of what I loved about journalism – connecting with people, asking the right questions, communicating clearly – translates into just about any industry.
What part of EO are you most looking forward to?
I’m really looking forward to connecting with like-minded entrepreneurs here in Nashville. It’s my hometown, but over the past few years I’ve had my head down, building both my business and my family, so I’ve stepped back from the networking scene. Now feels like the right time to re-engage, and there’s something really powerful about being in a room with peers who understand the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.
Any exciting plans for 2026?
We have a kid-free trip to Italy planned this summer. It’ll be our first time visiting, and we’re really looking forward to exploring Rome, Florence, Lake Como and Milan. (PS – Recommendations are welcomed!)
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