TechCrunch

JULY 7, 2022

If you haven’t heard yet, there’s a new and awesome opportunity available for early-stage startup founders at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco on October 18-20. It’s called the Startup Battlefield 200 , and it’s packed with perks and possibilities. Contact our sponsorship sales team by filling out this form.

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TechCrunch

MAY 18, 2021

If you fit that description, we want you to apply to compete in the Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. Any early-stage startup founder with an MVP — regardless of your category or geographic location — is eligible to apply. Plenty of perks: Battlefield gladiators are TC Disrupt VIPs.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Mark your calendar for TechCrunch’s annual celebration of the startup community — TC Disrupt 2021 returns this September 21-23! At Disrupt , you’ll rub virtual elbows with the thousands of startup founders, investors and innovators building cutting-edge products and companies.

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TechCrunch

MAY 10, 2021

Startup Battlefield , the world’s preeminent pitch competition, has launched hundreds of startups over the years — 922 if you want to be a stickler about it. The next Battlefield takes place at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. Yup, that sound you hear is opportunity knocking. You’ll find them here.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 26, 2024

Applying startup founders are offered free and confidential coaching on the fundamentals necessary to become investment-worthy from SDAC’s sister organization, the Brink SB DC. The fund’s portfolio companies have raised about $191 million so far as they scale and disrupt industries.”

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WSJ - The Accelerators

JUNE 24, 2015

Whether by design or circumstance, every startup will eventually get disrupted. Congratulations, you have succeeded in turning your startup into a real company. The world continues to beat a path to your door until one day, when seemingly out of nowhere, the disruptor gets disrupted. No business is immune to this cycle.

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 8, 2023

SDAC angel investors build social capital as they work together to discover investable companies with the potential to disrupt industries and solve real-world challenges. It’s inspiring,” says Luckhurst.

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AsiaTechDaily

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

However, it quickly evolved into a platform facilitating remote team management for over 40 companies globally, providing job opportunities amidst the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Consider starting as an LP in funds for diversified exposure, access to deal flow, and networking opportunities.

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TechCrunch

MAY 9, 2023

You have four — count ’em, just four — more days to take advantage of early-bird pricing on passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 , taking place on September 19–21 in San Francisco. Knock this easy task off your to-do list now, and come September, join a global gathering of more than 10,000 startup founders, makers, investors and entrepreneurs.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 20, 2023

Our Call for Content period ends tomorrow, April 21, so if you’re a startup expert — of any stripe — and want a shot at leading a session at TechCrunch Disrupt on September 19–21, you need to apply right here and right now! You’ll present one breakout during Disrupt. Buy your Disrupt pass , and join us in San Francisco!

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TechCrunch

MARCH 14, 2023

Tech leaders, startup gurus, marketing mavens and hotshot VCs — don’t miss this call for content and your chance to share your expertise at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 , taking place September 19–21 in San Francisco. Then apply here to speak at Disrupt , and don’t delay — the application deadline is April 21. Show us what you know!

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TechCrunch

APRIL 4, 2023

Do you have what it takes to share your expertise at TechCrunch Disrupt on September 19–21 in San Francisco? Your opportunity to answer this call for content ends on April 21. Then apply here to speak at Disrupt , and don’t delay — the application deadline is April 21. You’ll present one breakout during Disrupt.

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TechCrunch

MAY 8, 2023

Time is relentless and, right now, it’s no friend to procrastination-prone early-stage startup founders. The application window for Startup Battlefield 200 (SB 200) at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 slams shut in just one week. Can you afford to miss this potentially life-changing opportunity? We think not.

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Paul G. Silva

AUGUST 9, 2023

Every year billions of venture capital dollars flow into startups with disruptive innovations. Sustaining: explores opportunities that build on top of a company’s existing business model. Transformative: creates substantial growth from radically new opportunities. Typically these are outside of a company’s comfort zone.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 12, 2021

Kara Goldin is a force of nature: Authentic, unafraid of failure, and creative in pushing boundaries and disrupting the status quo. Kara shared seven lessons she’s learned in her 15 years as a startup founder of one of the most successful beverage companies in the US. She’s inspiring entrepreneurs with her new book, Undaunted.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 13, 2022

As if you won’t find plenty to keep you occupied at TechCrunch Disrupt — which kicks off in less than a week on October 18–20 — take a look at this list of receptions and happenings that complement and coincide with your Disrupt experience. Access: Registered Investor Badge Holders Only, Startup Battlefield 200. Date/Time: Oct.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 28, 2023

We have a free Expo+ pass to TechCrunch Disrupt (September 19–21 in San Francisco) with your name on it. Free admission to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 Downsizing, layoffs, reducing redundancy — however you phrase it — losing your job is a gut punch, especially in uncertain times. TC Disrupt takes place on September 19–21.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 1, 2022

And that adage holds true at TechCrunch Disrupt , which takes place on October 18–20 in San Francisco. Disrupt attendees who hold one- or two-year subscriptions to TC+ receive exclusive access to the TC+ Lounge at the show. You’ll receive a 20% discount on your Disrupt pass when you purchase a one- or two-year TC+ subscription.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 12, 2022

That sound you hear is the countdown clock on your chance to attend TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18–20 — and keep extra cheddar in your bank account. The four stages at Disrupt offer a wide range of programming, and they’re a big reason this top-notch tech conference is where startups go to grow. PDT) , and you’ll save $700.

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TechCrunch

MAY 16, 2022

We’ve barely crossed into spring here in the Northern Hemisphere, but we’re already stoked about autumn or, more specifically, TechCrunch Disrupt. Our annual flagship startup-a-thon returns live and in person on October 18-20 in San Francisco, with an online day October 21. Do you have what it takes to speak at TC Disrupt ?

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Revolution

OCTOBER 4, 2022

And for decades, until the entire industry was disrupted, that attraction established a virtuous cycle. The silver lining to the horrors wrought by Covid is that the pandemic opened the venture capital community’s eyes to the world of opportunity beyond the traditional tech startup hubs of California, New York, and Massachusetts.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 18, 2021

Determined early-stage startup founders (are there really any other kind?) Well, heads up folks because this is a brand-new opportunity like no other, and it takes place at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. What’s in store for the Startup Alley+ cohort? So glad you asked. How healthy? Your audience?

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 3, 2022

It takes a veritable army to make TechCrunch Disrupt — which takes place October 18–20 in San Francisco — the well-oiled experience that savvy startuppers have come to know and love. If you’re looking for a no-budget way to experience Disrupt up close and personal, sign up to volunteer for work exchange.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 15, 2021

It’s a unique moment, one that creates an unusual opportunity for startup founders on the hunt for talent. Startups are often nontraditional and may be able to react to create the hybrid work environments many technologists crave as the economy reopens. Many are trying to change the pattern in their particular industry.

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StartupNation

JULY 19, 2021

While traditionalists only comprise 2% of today’s workforce, employers should still support the few who remain by providing stability and ample opportunities to contribute. To support them, provide real-time feedback, flexible work arrangements that favor work-life balance and develop personal development opportunities. Baby boomers.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 15, 2021

Harvard Business School grad Cameron Johnson is a former institutional real estate investor and Greystar exec turned startup founder who realized that very often, “renters would try to rent the model apartment.”. This spelled opportunity in Johnson’s mind. This got him thinking.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 16, 2022

By the time you’re reading this, we’ll be two days away from TechCrunch Disrupt! Last week’s big news was corporate spend management startup Brex’s announcement that it was laying off 11% of its staff , or 136 people. I am doubtful that I could ever be a venture-backed startup founder. Hello, hello. Soooo exciting!

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AsiaTechDaily

JUNE 5, 2023

Now, Lok is bringing his expertise and passion to the forefront with Awesome Ventures, aiming to provide invaluable support and resources to startup founders during the critical early stages of their companies. We believe that for every shift in technology, new markets and opportunities are created.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

For startup founders, these words aptly describe the road ahead. Successful startups will inevitably draw the attention of powerful incumbents in their industry. Are you an improver or a disrupter? Most startups follow one of two paths, and the first step is to determine which one you’re on.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 1, 2022

In my distant past as a startup founder, long before I became a writer at TechCrunch, exhibiting at TechCrunch Disrupt turned out to be a huge moment for my first startup. Reaching out to your board not only helps provide a sense of direction, it also gives you the opportunity to build your relationship.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 3, 2021

I’ll end with this: Successful startup founders are innately ambitious, finding opportunity in moonshots and convincing others that the odds are in their favor. If you enjoyed the event (or missed it), don’t worry: Disrupt is almost here. Buy a pass to Disrupt 2021 and get a free Extra Crunch membership.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

In a mere 72 hours, early bird pricing disappears for TechCrunch Early Stage 2021 , our two-part, founder bootcamp series focused on the building blocks you need to grow your company. The first event, TC Early Stage Operations & Fundraising , happens on April 1-2 — that’s two program packed days of education, connection and opportunity.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

According to Griffith, the 90% failure myth serves to soothe the bruised egos of those startup founders who failed. But startup failure isn’t a natural law like gravity,” says Griffith. SOLUTION: To disrupt a market, look for common problems or pain points that remain unsolved. Challenge 2: Unsustainable Funds.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 17, 2023

Your chance to apply to lead a session at TechCrunch Disrupt on September 19–21 in San Francisco ends on Friday April 21 at 11:59pm PT. Apply to speak at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 You’ve worked hard to hone your skills, and Disrupt is the perfect place to share and show what you know. That’s this Friday! That’s a win-win.

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TechCrunch

MAY 29, 2021

When leveraged properly, an exit can be the beginning of a firm’s true impact, especially when we’re talking about giving all founders equal opportunities and empowering the best ideas. We can use the victory to drive the point home to our fellow investors that diverse and international entrepreneurship is an undervalued gem.

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AsiaTechDaily

MAY 17, 2023

Moreover, founders must learn to embrace the challenges of fundraising, honing their pitching and networking skills in the process. Koh urges startup founders to “put on their big person pants and git gud at it”, emphasising the need for them to showcase their abilities and dedication to their business.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 22, 2021

At Early Stage 2021, you’ll tap into a global community of folks just like you — startup founders in the early, and often confusing, innings. Connect and join forces, share pain points, discover opportunities and celebrate successes. Ever feel like you’re going it alone? So much to learn and so many reasons to go.

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