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How can we help you on your entreprenueral journey?
For more information on each of the resources below, follow the link to its landing page.
💡 Idea Stage & Early Exploration
Startup Studios
If you’re starting with an idea or validating a concept, we provide access to early-stage support by helping founders refine problems, shape solutions, and establish a credible starting point.
🚀 Building & Scaling Startups
For founders actively building a company, we offer targeted programs designed to meet specific growth needs:
Capital Readiness Program
For startups preparing for outside capital, this program focuses on business fundamentals, traction, and the metrics investors expect.
Accelerate
For companies seeking investor readiness, Accelerate sharpens pitch strategy, financials, and go-to-market execution to prepare founders for active fundraising.
757 DEFEND
For defense and dual-use companies looking to scale, 757 DEFEND provides specialized support tailored to government, defense, and national security markets.
💰 Investment & Angel Capital
757 Angels
When a company is ready for angel investment, we connect founders to capital through our regional angel investment network.
Founders gain exposure to experienced investors who understand early-stage risk and are committed to supporting high-growth companies.
What kind of business do you serve?
We serve both high growth, high tech founders and those with lifestyle businesses. We focus on the founder over the solution.
Do you work with non-tech companies?
Absolutely!
Do companies need to be based in Hampton Roads to apply?
No, but across all stages of our ecosystem, we provide preference to Virginia-based companies.
I have a specific question about Startup Studios, Accelerate, or Defend.
Please visit their pages individually for more information on their criteria for eligibility.
How much do your programs cost?
Our accelerator and Startup Studio programs are free to founders.
We don’t charge fees and we don’t take equity for participation.
Founders who want ongoing access to our workspace, community, and additional perks can apply to the Founders Circle Program, which is a separate, optional membership.
When it comes to capital, 757 Angels are investors, not a program fee. Any equity exchanged happens only if you choose to raise funding and accept investment.