TC Early Stage 2021: Last Chance for Early Bird Passes!

Don't Miss Out: Early Bird Pricing Ends Tonight for TC Early Stage

As you are likely aware, TechCrunch is hosting two TC Early Stage events this year – the first occurring on April 1st and 2nd, and the second on July 8th and 9th. Each event features a unique agenda, speaker lineup, and content focus.

Both events are specifically crafted to equip emerging startup founders with the knowledge needed to construct a more robust and ultimately successful business venture.

Last Chance for Savings

Time is running out to secure early-bird pricing for either a single event pass or a pass granting access to both events. The deadline is fast approaching – 11:59 p.m. (PST) tonight – allowing you to obtain the lowest available price and realize savings of $100.

A Minibootcamp for Entrepreneurs

TC Early Stage functions as an intensive learning experience, akin to a minibootcamp, for entrepreneurs. You will have the opportunity to learn from leading experts, seasoned founders, and prominent investors within the startup ecosystem.

These individuals will impart valuable insights, practical advice, and lessons learned through firsthand experience. The topics covered address critical areas that every startup founder must either master or effectively delegate.

Workshop Topics

Our expert presenters will lead workshops covering a diverse range of subjects. These include operations management, strategies for fundraising, guidance on crafting compelling pitch decks, understanding term sheets, achieving product-market fit, building a strong brand, implementing growth marketing techniques, effective recruiting practices, optimizing your technology stack, and much more.

Expert Insights: Marlon Nichols

Consider Marlon Nichols, founding managing partner of MaC Venture Capital, as an example. He will share strategies for gaining investor attention, scaling your business, and navigating the highly competitive landscape of tech startups.

His presentation will focus on effective networking, developing a persuasive pitch, and identifying the most suitable investors for your specific needs.

Avoiding Early Mistakes: Leah Solivan

What potential pitfalls await a startup in its initial stages? Leah Solivan of Fuel Capital will address this question. As an early-stage investor and the founder of TaskRabbit – a company she successfully led to acquisition by IKEA in 2017 – she will offer guidance on avoiding common mistakes during the early phases of building a company.

The TC Early Stage Pitch Off

Day two of TC Early Stage will feature the TC Early Stage Pitch Off, a highly anticipated event. We received an overwhelming number of applications from aspiring competitors.

After careful consideration, we selected 10 early-stage founders to compete. Each founder will have five minutes to present their pitch to a panel of distinguished VC judges, followed by a five-minute Q&A session.

The judges will then select three finalists to advance to a second round of pitching and Q&A before a new panel of judges. The ultimate winner will receive a featured article on TechCrunch.com, a one-year subscription to ExtraCrunch, and a complimentary Founder Pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2021.

Secure Your Spot Today

TC Early Stage 2021 will be held on April 1st and 2nd. Gain valuable knowledge from those who have already successfully navigated the startup journey. Purchase your pass before the deadline of tonight at 11:59 p.m. (PST) to save up to $100.