As we approach the final stretch of TechCrunch's biggest event of the year, one of the most anticipated technology conferences for startups and venture capitalists alike, take a look at the top 5 reasons you don't want to miss Disrupt 2024. Let's try it. It will be held at Moscone West in San Francisco from October 28th to 30th.
1. Rich networking
There's no better place to up your networking game than at one of the world's largest technology events in the heart of Silicon Valley. With countless opportunities to meet the right people, you'll be in a great position to achieve your professional goals. Join 10,000 technology, startup, and venture capital leaders and connect in meaningful ways.
Braindate Networking: Spark engaging conversations on the Braindate app by sharing discussion topics and exploring other people's ideas. Set up one-on-one or small group meetings with Disrupt attendees to brainstorm and problem-solve with peers who share your interests.
Expo Hall: Explore our dynamic Expo Hall to discover the latest technology advances and connect with industry leaders and venture capitalists looking to make their next big investment.
Receptions: Start your morning with two special, first-come, first-served breakfast receptions that bring together niche communities. Meet inspiring women in tech at Women of Disrupt Breakfast. If you have a Founder Pass or Investor Pass, connect with other founders and investors at Founder & Investor Breakfast.
Side Events: Extend your Disrupt experience with a variety of company-sponsored events before and after the main event. From meetups and workshops to happy hours and comedy shows, these gatherings offer even more opportunities to connect with startup and venture capital leaders. See the full list of side events here.
2. Valuable insights
Immerse yourself in top-level industry insights across six dedicated stages: AI, Builders, Disrupt, Fintech, SaaS, and Space. Participate in in-depth discussions with industry heavyweights and gain knowledge like no other. Check out the full Disrupt 2024 agenda here.
AI stage by Google Cloud Builders Disrupt stage Fintech stage SaaS stage Space stage by Aerospace
3. Startup Battlefield 200
Join us at Startup Battlefield 200, one of Disrupt's signature events. Experience the excitement of leading pre-Series A startups pitching their cutting-edge ideas to a panel of top VC judges. The champion will take home $100,000 in non-stock prize money and the coveted Disrupt Cup.
Our panel of judges, featuring top VC experts, evaluates each startup's potential for success based on criteria and provides critical feedback.
Ana Leyva, Pear VC General Partner Erin Harkless Moore, Pivotal Ventures Managing Director Eylul Kayin, Gradient Ventures Partner Jonathan Rosenbaum, Insight Partners Managing Director Sangeen Zeb, Google Ventures General Partner Sharon Winter, Atomic Shravan Nagayen Vice President, Partner , IVP Victor Lazarte, General Partner, Benchmark and many others
Our judges conduct in-depth Q&A to analyze each startup and highlight the key factors contributing to its viability. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable insights from expert analysis at Disrupt 2024.
4. Hands-on session
Participate in 30-minute roundtables with industry experts and have the opportunity to have collaborative conversations in small groups. You can also join 50-minute breakout sessions where leading experts answer your pressing questions about modern entrepreneurship.
5. Scaling your startup
We are excited to introduce the ScaleUp Startup Exhibitor Program at this year's Disrupt. In this program, various startups from multiple industries will showcase their cutting-edge innovations in the Expo Hall. Experience the future of technology firsthand. If you're an investor looking to fund the next big idea, or an individual interested in contributing to innovation, there's something for you here.
Don't miss Disrupt 2024
No matter where you are in your startup journey or professional career, the inspiration you will gain from insights from industry leaders, meaningful connections made through our extensive network, and engaging discussions will be invaluable. Don't miss your chance to experience all this and more at Disrupt 2024, October 28-30 at Moscone West in San Francisco.
Ticket prices will increase on the day, so register now.
