This Week in 757 (Happenings) April 11, 2025

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Launch Legends Unleashed: 757 Accelerate’s 2025 Cohort is Here to Shake Up Hampton Roads Innovation

This isn’t your average startup squad. Each gets a $20K non-dilutive grant, a hookup to the Global Venture Network’s discounted perks, and a desk at the vibey 757 Startup Studios in Norfolk’s Assembly campus. Mentorship? Stacked. Investor intros? Locked in. This is where dreams get rocket fuel. Read More ➜

LOCAL HEADLINES

Redfin features Norfolk and Innovate Hampton Roads, Here’s the article

Whether you have owned a home in Norfolk, VA for awhile, recently began renting a house, or are new to the city and are renting an apartment in Downtown Norfolk, it’s helpful to have a couple of fun date ideas under your sleeve for when you’re meeting someone new or taking out your partner of several years. Read More ➜

Unleash Your Purpose: Elevated Thoughts Academy Drops a Game-Changer in Hampton Roads

With a 7-City Book Tour hitting Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Hampton, and Suffolk, plus digital courses and coaching that scream next-level, [Elevated Thoughts Academy] is dropping tools to elevate your mindset, identity, and hustle. Read More ➜

Step Into 2025: Free Walking Tours Unleash Norfolk’s Creative Soul

The 2025 season’s packed with fresh themes—think Granby Street’s commercial glow-up, spooky True Crime walks, and even a holiday Elf Door hunt. It’s a mashup of heritage and hustle, showing off how Norfolk blends old-school charm with next-level creativity. Read More ➜

FERVENT FOUR
Debbie Irwin
https://youtu.be/Qp-GoT4VvCk

Major Takeaways

• Focusing on founder resiliency and long-term support, Lighthouse Labs is transitioning to the Lighthouse Network, which includes three networks: Founders, Mentors, and Investors.

• Lighthouse Labs has successfully maintained a high rate of active companies, with 91 out of 140 still operating and several reaching significant milestones like $1 million ARR.

• Debbie Irwin's leadership emphasizes the importance of direct, non-personal feedback and the need for continuous development and support for founders well beyond the initial acceleration phase.

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