About this programme
InFlight is a 12-week accelerator run by the Nashville Entrepreneur Center for founders generating $100,000 to $1 million in revenue who are struggling with operational management. It is built for founders who already have product-market fit and now need systems, financial clarity, and team structure to make growth predictable, rather than founders still validating go-to-market.
The program is not aimed at early-stage go-to-market validation (that is covered by the EC's TakeOff accelerator) or at healthcare-focused businesses (referred to Project Healthcare instead).
How it works
InFlight runs 12 weeks, meeting Tuesdays from 1 to 4pm at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center (41 Peabody St., Nashville), with a weekly time commitment of about 5 hours including the Tuesday session, optional office hours, and Friday webinars.
The curriculum covers financial modeling and business economics, pricing and value creation strategy, customer acquisition and revenue systems, business process design, organizational design and team growth, and founder leadership and strategic planning.
Participants get access to more than 200 volunteer advisors, weekly entrepreneur-in-residence office hours, EC membership and workspace access, and an alumni community, plus eligibility for investor meetings and impact grants.
The program ends in December with three capstone events: Community Connection Day (curated introductions to customers and partners), The Investor Rounds (curated 30-minute one-on-ones with vetted investors), and Nashville Entrepreneur Day, where founders get an expo booth and can pitch for $20,000 in non-dilutive Impact Grants.
The program costs $1,000 flat or $250 a month for four months. No equity is taken; founders retain full ownership.
Who can apply
Founder generating between $100,000 and $1 million in annual revenue, with a team of 3 to 8 people.
Company should already have product-market fit and be seeking operational systems and infrastructure rather than early go-to-market validation.
Not for healthcare-focused businesses, which are referred to the EC's Project Healthcare program instead.
How to apply
- Submit an application through the unified Entrepreneur Center application portal at https://ec.co/apply/, which covers all EC accelerator programs with a single application.
- While the application is under review, you can join as a member to access the advisor network, workspace, and founder community.
- Fall and Spring cohorts run each year; the Spring 2027 cohort's applications are open and the program begins in February.
Frequently asked
How much does InFlight cost and does it take equity?
It costs $1,000 flat, or $250 a month for four months, and takes no equity.
Who is InFlight for?
Founders generating $100,000 to $1 million in revenue with a team of 3 to 8 people who already have product-market fit and need operational systems and structure.
How long does the program run and what is the time commitment?
12 weeks, meeting Tuesdays 1-4pm, with about 5 hours a week total including optional office hours and Friday webinars.
What happens at the end of the program?
Three capstone events in December: Community Connection Day, The Investor Rounds (30-minute one-on-ones with vetted investors), and Nashville Entrepreneur Day, where founders can pitch for $20,000 in non-dilutive Impact Grants.
How do I apply?
Through the unified EC application portal at ec.co/apply, which covers all EC accelerator programs in one application.
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