Elizabeth Duffield is a business development and demand gen expert with experience in marketing and healthcare technology. She enjoys scaling partnerships, business development, and marketing departments, as well as building them from scratch. Currently, she manages partnerships for CM Group, a leading marketing technology group, and advises a number of startups.[00:01 – 07:33] Opening SegmentAn insight into the episodeIntroduction to the guestHer backgroundMoving to NashvilleOpportunities found in Nashville[07:34 – 16:33] The Nashville Tech IndustryNashville Entrepreneur weekChallenges of Organizing and Managing eventsHer passion and inspiration for entrepreneurship[16:34 – 27:17] Nashville Tech Gives BackTheir role in Nashville Entrepreneur WeekGrowth of the Tech IndustryFuture events to look forward to from Nashville Tech Gives BackThe Future goals for Nashville Tech[27:18 – 32:02] Networking and Relationship buildingTips and Best Practices in Networking and Relationship buildingGetting the most out of your time attending a networking event[32:03 – 34:32] Closing SegmentReach out to our guest. See Links Below.Final wordsTweetable Quotes:“I believe that private enterprise can lead change for the betterment of communities.” - Elizabeth Duffield“My whole life has been shaped by the connections I’ve made.” - Elizabeth Duffield“Just make a goal of how many events that you go to, whether virtual or in person. When you get there, you can leave as long as you’ve introduced yourself to at least two people. You’d be surprised how those two introductions can lead to exponential growth to your network.” - Elizabeth DuffieldResources Mentioned:Nashville Tech Gives BackNashville Entrepreneur Week------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Elizabeth on Twitter(@elizduffield) and LinkedinCheck out https://www.nashvilletechgivesback.com/ and https://www.nashvilleentrepreneurweek.com/ Connect with Excelsior GP:Excelsior GP WebsiteLinkedInYouTubeConnect with me:LinkedInLIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE US  A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on. Thank you for tuning in and Stay Tuned for the Next Episode COMING SOON!