757 Angels

757 Angels operates as an angel investment network dedicated to fostering a robust innovation economy. The organization primarily connects accredited investors with carefully vetted early-stage companies, providing a structured platform for capital deployment. Its capabilities extend to offering expertly curated seed-stage deal flow, delivering investor education, and integrating portfolio companies into the broader 757 Collab network for mentorship and strategic support.

The entity was co-founded in 2015 by John Paris and Paul Hirschbiel. Their foundational insight stemmed from the observation of a fragmented entrepreneurial landscape within the Hampton Roads region, leading to the establishment of 757 Angels through the Reinvent Hampton Roads initiative. The objective was to consolidate and organize early-stage capital, thereby catalyzing regional economic development through strategic investment.

757 Angels serves a dual customer base: entrepreneurs seeking crucial early-stage funding and qualified angel investors looking for impactful investment opportunities. The organization’s long-term vision is to significantly contribute to the growth and resilience of the innovation industry across the Hampton Roads region and the Commonwealth of Virginia, continually supporting the development of promising ventures.