We recently unveiled the Going Public Stage<\/strong><\/a> at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 a new destination for founders navigating the complexities of company building, from early traction to IPO and beyond. Today, we\u2019re excited to announce additions to the agenda that bring even more insight and firepower to the stage.<\/p>\n Joining the speaker lineup<\/strong><\/a> are Eric Yuan, Founder and CEO of Zoom Communications Inc., and Santi Subotovsky, General Partner at Emergence. These trailblazing leaders will share candid perspectives on scaling companies, preparing for public markets, and steering through pivotal transitions.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re just getting started or mapping out your long-term strategy, the Going Public Stage offers lessons, frameworks, and stories that apply across every phase of the founder journey.<\/p>\n Mark your calendar \u2014 the Going Public Stage is shaping up to be a highlight of Disrupt. Don\u2019t miss it. Grab your ticket before July ends to save up to $675.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n David George<\/a>, general partner, Andreessen Horowitz\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Startups today can grow to huge valuations, cash out their employees, and stay private longer than those of previous eras. But that also means that late-stage startups are facing a whole new set of rules. George unpacks the shifting VC landscape, what the next generation of scaled startups needs to know, and how capital is being deployed in an era of tighter money and higher expectations. From IPO windows to secondary markets to the evolving role of growth investors, this fireside chat goes deep on what it really takes to build enduring companies in today\u2019s market \u2014 and what\u2019s coming next.<\/p>\n Santi Subotovsky<\/a>, general partner, Emergence; and Eric Yuan<\/a>, founder and CEO, Zoom Communications Inc.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Techcrunch event<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSan Francisco<\/span> You\u2019ve built the hit product \u2014 now what? Zoom<\/a> CEO Eric Yuan and Emergence<\/a> general partner Santi Subotovsky take the stage to dig into what comes after the breakout moment. From expanding into new markets to launching the next product bets, this panel will explore how great companies avoid becoming one-hit wonders. We\u2019ll get into the tough calls on focus vs. diversification, how to keep innovating at scale, and what investors want to see in a second act. If you\u2019re staring down the post-product\/market fit phase, this convo is your roadmap.<\/p>\n Jane Alexander<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, partner, CapitalG; <\/em><\/strong>Vanessa Larco<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, co-founder, Premise; and <\/em><\/strong>Nirav Tolia<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, CEO, Nextdoor<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n AI is rewriting the playbook for how startups reach and win customers \u2014 and late-stage companies are feeling the pressure to adapt fast. In this panel, two top VCs and a seasoned founder break down how AI is transforming go-to-market strategies, from sales and marketing to customer success. We\u2019ll get into what\u2019s working, what\u2019s hype, and how to build AI into your GTM engine without losing focus. If you\u2019re scaling and wondering how AI fits into your next phase of growth, this is the conversation you don\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n Julie Wainwright<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, CEO, <\/em><\/strong>Ahara<\/strong><\/em><\/a> and founder and former CEO, TheRealReal<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Wainwright knows how to spot a wave \u2014 and ride it. From pioneering luxury resale at The RealReal<\/a> to jumping into personalized nutrition with Ahara, she\u2019s made a career out of building ahead of the curve. In this fireside chat, Wainwright opens up about what it takes to start over, scale fast, and stay resilient through market shifts and personal pivots. We\u2019ll dig into the lessons learned from category creation, the risks of reinvention, and why experience might just be the ultimate startup edge.<\/p>\n Jai Das<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, co-founder, president, and partner, Sapphire Ventures; and <\/em><\/strong>Roseanne Wincek<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, co-founder and managing director, Renegade Partners<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Go public, get acquired, or double down and stay private? In today\u2019s unpredictable market, founders need to think about exit strategy earlier \u2014 and more strategically \u2014 than ever. This panel brings together two top VCs and a seasoned CFO to unpack how to set your company up for every option. We\u2019ll talk timing, metrics that matter, investor expectations, and what it really takes to navigate M&A, IPO prep, or just keep building through the storm. Whether you\u2019re 12 months out or just starting to scale, this conversation is all about making smart moves now for whatever comes next.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re building your first product, scaling your team, or planning for the long term, the Going Public Stage at Disrupt 2025<\/strong><\/a> is built for founders ready to make bold moves. Hear from leaders who\u2019ve navigated the highs, the risks, and the reinventions \u2014 and walk away with insights you can act on now.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t wait to sharpen your exit strategy. Secure your pass to Disrupt 2025 now and save up to $675 before prices rise after July.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nHow Long Should a Startup Stay Private?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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