On November 4, Tech Crunch's Founder Summit will bring a vital one-day crash course on startup building to Boston's So Wa Power Station. Founders shouldn't have to learn the hardest lessons the hardest way, and this event is designed to make the challenges of starting a company easier and the highs that much greater. Instead of months of trial and error, you get direct access to the investors and founders who've already made the calls you're now facing.

The New Rules of Raising Capital: Brian Devaney, partner at Underscore, will break down what investors are looking for now, how founders can stand out in a crowded market, and where founders often lose leverage without realizing it. Expect a candid look at today's fundraising environment, from first checks to term sheets, and the mistakes that can make or break a round.

The CEO Job Never Gets Easier: Hub Spot co-founder and Sequoia partner Brian Halligan will share the lessons he's learned from building and advising startups through rapid growth, tough decisions, and constant reinvention. This session explores how founders can evolve as CEOs, avoid common leadership pitfalls, and build companies that can thrive well beyond the early days.

Built for AI From Day One: Lior Div, co-founder and CEO of 7AI, will explore what changes when AI becomes the foundation of a startup rather than a product enhancement. From team structure and product development to operations and go-to-market strategy, this session examines what founders should rethink when building in the AI era.