Builders Stage agenda revealed: Practical strategies for scaling startups at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
The Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will offer practical advice for scaling startups, covering topics from fundraising to AI integration. Experts will provide insights on navigating growth challenges and competing in an AI-driven market.
The Builders Stage is set to return to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, gathering founders, startup operators, and investors to discuss the essentials of building and scaling successful companies. The event will feature leaders from the tech ecosystem, including CEOs and general partners from prominent venture capital firms. They will share actionable insights on fundraising, hiring, go-to-market strategies, and the impact of AI on operational decisions.
Attendees will learn how to navigate the challenges of growth, from securing capital and attracting top talent to building effective go-to-market engines and progressing from Seed to Series A funding. Key sessions include "How to Win When You’re Not Building AI," focusing on efficient growth and revenue quality, and "What Happens When OpenAI Ships Your Roadmap," addressing competition from large AI players.
Further discussions will cover building credibility for pre-seed funding, adapting product decisions for large-scale user bases, and the evolving role of AI in team structures. Speakers will also delve into M&A strategies for founders, what constitutes a "fundable" company for Series A in 2027, and achieving rapid revenue growth with compressed go-to-market timelines. The conference will be held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco from October 13-15.
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