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\u201cFounders first\u201d is the TechCrunch credo \u2014 this is the way<\/a> \u2014 and you\u2019ll find the very best and brightest minds in the startup ecosystem gathered at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023<\/a>, taking place September 19\u201321 in San Francisco.<\/p>\n This year, our programming spans nine stages, seven industries and dozens of breakout sessions and roundtable discussions (for starters). Disrupt is where founders go to grow, collaborate, network and find inspiration \u2014 and, who knows, maybe a term sheet.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s take a look at just some of the founders-first sessions and opportunities waiting for you.<\/p>\n Head to the Builder Stage<\/a> for panels and interviews focused on the nuts and bolts of building and funding new tech enterprises \u2014 including these:<\/p>\n In addition to the Disrupt Stage (more on the folks you\u2019ll see there coming soon), we\u2019re filling seven stages with salon-like programs that focus on the industries that matter most to the tech world today. It\u2019s a rare opportunity to explore cross-sector collaborations under one roof. Check out just some of the sessions on each stage below \u2014 click the stage link to see the individual agendas.<\/p>\n AI Stage<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Fintech Stage<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Hardware Stage<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n SaaS Stage<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Security Stage<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Sustainability Stage<\/a>:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Wait (we hear you cry) \u2014\u00a0 that\u2019s only six. Ah, you don\u2019t miss a trick. We\u2019re in the process of adding the Space Stage, which is gonna rock-et! Check back for updates and the agenda \u2014 coming soon!<\/p>\n This is your chance to learn more about specific topics, engage with the startup experts leading the conversations and get your burning questions asked and answered. Roundtables are 30-minute discussions. Breakouts are 30-minute presentations followed by a 20-minute Q&A. Here are a couple examples of each.<\/p>\n Roundtable discussions<\/a><\/strong>:<\/p>\n Breakouts sessions<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Disrupt is no ordinary tech conference: Our audience spans the most influential corners of the startup community, from visionaries and prominent funders to cutting-edge innovators in the Fortune Global 500. My point? Disrupt is prime networking territory.<\/p>\n Connecting starts with the Disrupt event app \u2014 an essential connection and scheduling tool. But that\u2019s just the beginning. We\u2019re creating more organic networking opportunities where you can experience moments of magic in a variety of settings.<\/p>\n TechCrunch Disrupt 2023<\/a> runs September 19\u201321 in San Francisco. Founders, put yourself first. Buy your pass<\/a> before prices go up on August 11<\/strong>, and you\u2019ll save up to $600. This is the way!<\/p>\n Is your company interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at TechCrunch Disrupt 2023? Contact our sponsorship sales team by\u00a0<\/em>filling out this form<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nFounder opportunities at TechCrunch 2023<\/h2>\n
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