Erik LaPaglia
Managing Partner
NextTech Ventures
Erik LaPaglia is an angel investor, serial entrepreneur, and advisor with a track record of building and revitalizing companies across technology, real estate, advertising, and finance. As co-founder of Miami NFT Week and a board member of multiple organizations, Erik has been deeply involved in bridging innovation with institutional capital, fostering global partnerships at the intersection of Web3, tokenization, and traditional finance.
Known for his ability to identify emerging trends and unlock new growth opportunities, Erik has advised and invested in numerous ventures within the blockchain and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization space. He has shared the stage at premier events such as iConnections, SALT, NFT NYC, Bitcoin Conference, and the Benzinga Tech & Finance Conference, engaging audiences on topics ranging from crypto adoption to proptech and capital markets innovation.
With a vast network that spans entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders, Erik brings a unique perspective on how technology can reshape industries and create scalable, lasting impact.
Known for his ability to identify emerging trends and unlock new growth opportunities, Erik has advised and invested in numerous ventures within the blockchain and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization space. He has shared the stage at premier events such as iConnections, SALT, NFT NYC, Bitcoin Conference, and the Benzinga Tech & Finance Conference, engaging audiences on topics ranging from crypto adoption to proptech and capital markets innovation.
With a vast network that spans entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders, Erik brings a unique perspective on how technology can reshape industries and create scalable, lasting impact.