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Paul Grossinger

Paul Grossinger

Entrepreneur, angel investor, and syndicator focused on diverse leadership

New York, New York, United States
Joined August 2025

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Summary

Paul Grossinger is a prolific entrepreneur and angel investor, having co-founded Gaingels, one of the largest LGBTQIA+/Allies venture investment communities, which has invested over $500M into hundreds of companies. He also founded Blue Jay Syndicate, supporting Johns Hopkins alumni, and was a General Partner at A-Level Capital, fostering student entrepreneurship. gaingels+3
Grossinger is a strong advocate for 'affinity investing,' believing in the power of community-based networks to support and amplify the success of entrepreneurs. He emphasizes backing exceptional people and leveraging networks to help companies thrive. jhu+1
Beyond his investment activities, Paul Grossinger is engaged in philanthropy, serving on the boards of StartOut and Marriage Equality USA, and as an advisor for Out in Tech. He also contributes to Johns Hopkins University through teaching and advisory roles, demonstrating a commitment to his alma mater and social causes. startupfest+1

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