On November 4, 2026, the TechCrunch Founder Summit brings founders and investors to Boston's SoWa Power Station for a day of practical learning and networking. Register now to save up to $100 on passes, plus get a second ticket for free, or save 30% on group bundles. The all-day event features two distinct stages designed to address founder needs at different growth phases.
The Build Stage focuses on the mechanics of early-stage company building, covering distribution, fundraising, team building, and sharpening investor pitches. Hunter Worland of NEA and Kristen Craft of Fidelity Private Shares lead discussions on competitive distribution strategies and current capital trends. Dave Balter of True Ventures and Edisyl also address pitch effectiveness.
Conversely, the Impact Stage targets founders with established momentum, tackling product-market fit, scaling challenges, and long-term growth. Speakers include Steve Fredette of Toast, Rudina Seseri of Glasswing Ventures, and Kent Bennett of Bessemer Venture Partners. In addition to main-stage sessions, smaller roundtables provide focused discussions on specific challenges like entering difficult verticals, building enterprise trust, and creating lean teams.
Chirag Shah of Define Ventures and a session with Shishir Tewari of Procore Technologies explore practical AI applications beyond the hype. The event offers actionable insights for founders at any stage seeking to refine their strategy and expand their network.
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