Grant Van Cleve

Upon discovering faith at Wharton, Grant left behind business plans in order to serve in post-Communist Eastern Europe for 19 years. Over time, though, he discovered Business As Mission (BAM), and began a business incubator and industry leading real estate development company in his host country of Albania.

Upon returning to his native California, USA in 2010 he dove deep into catalyzing local startups – actively involved in 87 venture deals, serving as Chairman of the venerable Tech Coast Angels OC, Managing Partner of Hangar 75 Ventures, and Executive Chairman of believer-led Buy It Installed, Inc. He spends his time catalyzing the entrepreneurial ecosystem locally, in the developing world, and is involved in leadership roles in his church and in local politics. He’s had the honor to be on the list of 50 most influential people in Orange County.