TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

Three ways founders can shine at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 in San Francisco is the must-attend event for startup founders aiming to make their mark in the tech world. This year, founders have three exciting ways to participate, each tailored to maximize exposure, networking, and growth opportunities. Here’s how founders can join us this October:

Attend with a Founder Pass

Investing in a Founder Pass offers unparalleled value at a reduced price compared to the general attendee pass. This is open to everyone from stealth-mode founders to the Series D and beyond founders. As a Founder Pass holder, you gain access to all attendee benefits, plus exclusive perks designed to enhance your Disrupt experience:

  • Full access: All stages, breakouts, roundtables and Side Events to absorb the latest insights and innovations.
  • Speaker Q&A sessions: Engage directly with industry leaders and get your burning questions answered.
  • Investor-founder networking in the Deal Flow Cafe: Connect with potential investors in a relaxed, focused setting.
  • Access to recordings: Revisit any stage session at your convenience, ensuring you don’t miss a thing.

Grab your Founder Pass here.

Exhibit with a ScaleUp Startups Exhibitor package

For startups in the Series A to B funding stages, the ScaleUp Startups Exhibitor Program is an incredible opportunity. Priced at just $3,500, this program provides immense value and visibility:

  • Exhibit and branding: Benefit from a one-day exhibit table to 10,000 attendees, driving attention to your startup.
  • Bring the team: Includes four tickets, ensuring your team can fully participate and benefit from the event’s diverse offerings.
  • Founder benefits: Each founder of the startup can access all Founder Pass benefits.
  • Invaluable networking: Engage directly with investors, fellow founders, and industry experts.

Learn more about the ScaleUp Package right here.

Launch on the global stage with Startup Battlefield 200

Startup Battlefield 200 is TechCrunch’s flagship startup competition, renowned for its role in catapulting startups to success. Applications close June 10 — apply now. Here’s what participation offers:

  • Global showcase: Be among the top 200 startups selected from around the globe, spanning multiple industries.
  • Alumni network: Join the ranks of notable alumni who have collectively raised $29 billion and achieved over 200 exits.
  • Free participation/application: Apply and participate without any fee, receiving four tickets and a three-day exhibit space.
  • Chance to win $100,000: 20 startups will be selected to compete for the prestigious Disrupt Cup and a $100,000 equity-free prize.
  • Founder benefits: Each founder of the startup can access all Founder Pass benefits.

If you didn’t see above, applications close JUNE 10. Apply now!

Why Disrupt 2024?

TechCrunch Disrupt is more than just an event; it’s a launchpad for innovation and a nexus for the global startup community. By attending, you immerse yourself in an environment brimming with cutting-edge ideas, groundbreaking technologies, and influential figures in the tech world. Whether you’re looking to network, learn, or showcase your startup, Disrupt offers the ideal platform to propel your business forward.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with tech leaders, investors, and fellow founders, and put your startup on the map. Secure your place at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 and take the next big step in your entrepreneurial journey.

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