TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Jumps Back to Moscone West
From October 27 to 29, the Epicenter of Start‑Up Swagger reopens its doors in San Francisco, inviting over 10,000 founders and VC veterans to peek behind the curtain of tomorrow’s tech.
Must‑See: The Builders Stage Panel
- “First‑Round Reality Check” – CEOs confront the gut‑shaking moment that could make or break their vision.
- Unfiltered stories, real‑time advice, and a little laughter to keep the nerves at bay.
Why You Can’t Miss It
Grab your ticket now and pocket up to $675 off the price. Talks, workshops and 200+ sessions spread across five buzzing stages aren’t to be missed. Prices start climbing at 11:59 p.m. PT tonight.
From pitch to partnership: The real roadmap to seed funding
Ready to Saddle Up for the Fundraising Rodeo?
In this high‑energy panel, Maria Palma (Freestyle Capital), Gabby Cazeau (Harlem Capital), and Marlon Nichols (MaC Venture Capital) are the living definition of seasoned investors. They’re here to spill the beans on how founders can turn a shiny pitch into serious cash.
What You’ll Get From Them
- Pitch Perfection: Crafting a story that makes investors swoon – not just a spreadsheet.
- Partner Picks: Deciding which VCs to hug (and which to politely leave alone).
- Real‑World Hacks: Step‑by‑step tactics that actually work, no fluff.
Meet the Money Mavericks
Maria Palma – The Street‑Savvy Strategist
- General Partner at Freestyle Capital, with deep roots in operations and venture play.
- Former roles at Kindred Capital, RRE Ventures, and entrepreneurial gigs at Eyeview.
- Backed cool projects like Fung Money, Lightning Labs, and Payman.
- Harvard MBA – the textbook class she’d love to skip.
Gabby Cazeau – The AI & Enterprise Whisperer
- Partner at Harlem Capital, eyes set on pre‑seed and seed gems in software and applied AI.
- Yale MBA holder + a chemical engineering BS (because who doesn’t love a good mix of science and business).
- Big names have called her out – Business Insider, CNBC, Crain’s 40 Under 40.
- She’s a board member on the VC Council of Startup:NYC.
Marlon Nichols – The Seed‑Stage Superstar
- Co‑Founder & Managing GP at MaC Venture Capital, running one of the top seed funds in North America.
- Wields over $600 million in assets under management – that’s a lot of hustle.
- Multiple honors on Business Insider’s Seed 100 and PitchBook’s top Black VCs list.
- Helped catapult companies like Blavity, Thrive Market, and MongoDB to the big leagues.
Stick around, because these three are going to walk you through the entire fundraising journey—from the awkward first elevator pitch to the celebratory closing‑check moment. Get ready for honest, actionable insights that’ll turn “interest” into real, tangible investment.
What to expect on the Builders Stage
TechCrunch Throw‑in: The Venture Game‑Changer
Forget the boring panel you’ve seen on TV. This isn’t your run‑of‑the‑mill chatter about funding—this is a playground where you’ll learn how to slice through the noise, sharpen your raise strategy, and hook up sponsors who stick around after the term sheet. Whether you’re prepping for your first round or chatting with a founder who’s hustling through it, this session is the one you should not let slip through your fingers.
What to Expect
- Noise‑Cutting Tips – Learn to spot the genuine signals from the endless chatter.
- Raise Structuring Playbooks – Build a rock‑solid financial roadmap.
- Relationship‑Building Tricks – Forge connections that last well past the term sheet.
Why We’re Doing This
We’re on a mission to peel back the curtain on how venture dynamics work inside-out. Grab your snack, bring your questions, and get ready to dive into an era where the tough questions become your new favorite childhood game.
Tech and VC heavyweights join the Disrupt 2025 agenda
Netflix, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital, Elad Gil — just a few of the heavy hitters joining the Disrupt 2025 agenda. They’re here to deliver the insights that fuel startup growth and sharpen your edge. Don’t miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt, and a chance to learn from the top voices in tech — grab your ticket now and save up to $600+ before prices rise.
Tech and VC heavyweights join the Disrupt 2025 agenda
Netflix, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital — just a few of the heavy hitters joining the Disrupt 2025 agenda. They’re here to deliver the insights that fuel startup growth and sharpen your edge. Don’t miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt, and a chance to learn from the top voices in tech — grab your ticket now and save up to $675 before prices rise.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 – San Francisco Edition
Ready to rub elbows with tech titans, geek gurus, and the future of innovation? Save up to $675 on your ticket before midnight on October 29th!
What’s in the mix:
- Talks by Palm‑a, Cazeau, and Nick‑ol‑s—the crystal‑ball speakers you never wanted to miss.
- More than 250 tech heavyweights sharing insights, hacks, and the occasional dad joke.
- Six niche‑stage events, each targeting a different slice of the tech iceberg.
- Breakouts and roundtables that feel more like coffee‑shop brainstorms than corporate seminars.
Why you should register NOW
Lock your seat at Moscone West, get exclusive swag, and make your LinkedIn network wonder why you’re suddenly “The Trend Whisperer.” It’s fast, it’s fun, and it’ll cost you less than a Starbucks coffee.
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