Early Bird Pricing Ends Soon - TC Early Stage

Navigating Startup Challenges: Learn from Industry Leaders

While achieving success in the startup world requires dedicated effort, it doesn't necessitate starting from scratch. TechCrunch Early Stage 2021 presents a valuable virtual bootcamp experience, divided into two parts, designed to equip you with the knowledge needed to thrive.

Leading experts from across the startup landscape will share their insights, including experienced founders who will detail their journeys and offer advice to help you circumvent common, expensive errors.

Early Bird Pricing – Limited Time Offer

Early-bird pricing for passes to the first part of TC Early Stage (April 1-2) – or passes covering both events (TC Early Stage part 2 is scheduled for July 8-9) – is available for one more week only.

Take advantage of this opportunity to save up to $250 by purchasing your TC Early Stage passes before February 27 at 11:59 p.m. (PT).

Focused Learning for Early-Stage Startups

Both TC Early Stage bootcamps are specifically tailored for startups in their initial phases of development.

However, each event will explore distinct topics, feature unique content, and host a different set of experts.

You’ll refine crucial entrepreneurial skills, including navigating legal complexities, securing funding, implementing effective marketing strategies, achieving product-market fit, selecting the right tech stack, building a strong team, and crafting compelling pitch decks.

Featured Speakers: Insights from the Best

The event will feature instruction from highly accomplished professionals.

Here are two of the speakers prepared to share valuable knowledge during the April sessions. Additional speakers and the full agenda will be announced in the coming weeks:

• Melissa L. Bradley: As co-founder of Ureeka, a venture-backed platform connecting small businesses with essential expertise, and founder/managing partner of 1863 Ventures, Melissa brings extensive experience. She also serves as a professor at Georgetown University, specializing in impact investing and social entrepreneurship.
• Neal Sáles-Griffin: Managing Director of Techstars Chicago and a venture partner for MATH, Neal is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and educator. He previously co-founded a beginner-focused coding bootcamp and actively participates in civic engagement within Chicago, even having run for mayor in 2018. He also teaches entrepreneurship as an Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University.

TC Early Stage Pitch-Off: Showcase Your Startup

Day two of the event will be dedicated to highlighting promising startups through the TC Early Stage Pitch-Off!

We are seeking 10 founders to deliver live five-minute pitches, followed by a five-minute Q&A session with a panel of prominent venture capital judges.

The top three finalists will then present to a new panel for a more in-depth Q&A and evaluation – a fantastic opportunity for exposure.

Find complete details about the Pitch-Off, including eligibility requirements and prizes, here. Applications must be submitted by February 21 at 11:59 p.m.

Don't Miss Out – Secure Your Spot Today

Avoid unnecessary challenges by leveraging the knowledge and experience shared at TC Early Stage 2021, taking place April 1-2.

You have only one week remaining to take advantage of early-bird pricing. Purchase your pass before the offer expires on February 27 at 11:59 p.m. (PT).

Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities

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