Seize the Opportunity: Presenting at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021

Imagine the scenario: it's September, and you are preparing to deliver your virtual pitch at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 to a global audience of thousands. Within a concise 120-second timeframe, your company will gain recognition from key early-stage startup influencers, including prospective clients, investors, industry leaders, and members of the press.

This represents a remarkable chance, doesn't it? Transform this vision into reality by securing an exhibition space in Startup Alley. It truly is a straightforward process. Every early-stage startup exhibiting in Startup Alley receives the opportunity to present to the Disrupt attendees.

The Long-Term Advantages of Pitching at Disrupt

The benefits of pitching at Disrupt extend beyond mere practice. Consider the insights of Jessica McLean, Director of Marketing and Communications at Infinite-Compute, who shares her company’s experience from Disrupt 2020.

“Exhibitors in Startup Alley were given the chance to pitch to attendees, and the results were incredibly positive. I captured the pitch on video, and now we readily share it with potential investors, offering them a glimpse of our CEO presenting at Disrupt 2020. It serves as a valuable marketing asset.”

Startup Alley Crawls and Media Exposure

In addition to the significant exposure gained from pitching, Startup Alley exhibitors may also be selected for interviews during the hour-long Startup Alley Crawls. Each technology category will have its dedicated crawl – specific times will be published in the event agenda closer to the show date – and TechCrunch journalists will interview a select group of founders from each category.

Startup Alley+: An Exclusive Opportunity

Here’s another compelling reason to secure your Startup Alley Pass promptly. Your pass qualifies you for participation in Startup Alley+, a specialized program designed to enhance founders’ opportunities for visibility and business development. Only 50 companies – handpicked by TechCrunch – will be included in this cohort, with no additional fees. Notably, the advantages begin several months prior to Disrupt 2021. Further details about the Startup+ experience can be found here.

Wild Card to the Startup Battlefield

TechCrunch editors will award two Startup Alley exhibitors with a Startup Battlefield Wild Card. These selected founders will then compete for a $100,000 prize in the renowned Startup Battlefield competition. You could potentially follow in the footsteps of RecordGram, a startup that earned a Wild Card spot from Startup Alley and ultimately won the entire competition.

Bottom line: Exhibiting within Startup Alley is a strategic move. You will present your company to a worldwide audience, achieve significant exposure, and network with influential figures and potential customers. It’s a mutually beneficial situation.

Event Details and Early-Bird Pricing

TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 is scheduled for September 21-23. To maximize your opportunities, there is one crucial step to complete. Apply for Startup Alley before the early-bird pricing of $199 expires on May 13 at 11:59 p.m. (PDT).

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