The experiences of individuals who have created, supported, or operated at high-growth startups are invaluable. Such insights could shape the journey of the next generation of founders.
On June 9, 2026, in Boston, the TechCrunch Founders Summit 2026 will bring together over 1,000 founders and investors. This event will focus on the nitty-gritty aspects of growth, inviting seasoned startup founders, venture capitalists, and operators to host interactive panel discussions. These discussions will be rooted in real-world execution, highlighting the successes, missteps, and lessons that come from firsthand experience.
If you have a topic to propose for a panel discussion, submit it by April 17 to be considered. Learn more and apply today.
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Lead engaging roundtable discussions or small groups
Whether you’re leading an interactive panel discussion or a Q&A style session, the Founder Summit sessions are designed for in-depth conversations. Each 30-minute session is discussion-driven, led by two to four speakers and focuses on practical takeaways that founders can apply immediately.
If you’ve successfully grown your revenue from zero to $50 million, navigated through challenging fundraising, rebuilt a team after hypergrowth, expanded internationally or redefined your go-to-market strategy, this is the perfect platform to share your effective strategies.
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Enhance your authority within the ecosystem
Speaking at the TC Founder Summit offers you:
- Direct access to over 1,000 ambitious founders and active investors.
- Premium entry for the full event experience.
- Opportunity to establish your brand and authority within the startup ecosystem.
In addition, TechCrunch will amplify your participation through agenda placement, editorial inclusion on TechCrunch.com, and social promotion across its channels.
TechCrunch’s event will take place in Boston, Massachusetts on June 9, 2026.
Submit your application by April 17
The TC Founder Summit takes place on June 9, and speaker selection is done well in advance of the event. If you have insights about scaling that founders need to hear, now is the time to submit your topic. Do you have more than one strong idea? Feel free to submit them all.
Lead the conversation. Share what you’ve learned. Help founders build smarter. Submit to speak before the April 17 deadline.
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