You might think networking is about flattering other people. It’s not. Networking is about you, your future, and everything you need to get your business connected at the next level. That’s why we’ve made sure that TechCrunch Early Stage in Boston on April 20 is all about you, the early-stage founder.
Feel all the eyes on you? That’s a good thing.
TC Early Stage offers a caliber of focused, impactful networking that you don’t quite find at other events. The content and collaboration opportunities are crafted specifically to take founders like you from bootstrapping to unicorn status. (Maybe not in a few days, but hey, you’ll lay the groundwork with some of the most important people your business will ever come to know).
Next-Level Networking Opportunities at TC Early Stage
1:1 Time With Our Exclusive Partners | While exploring the exhibit floor, meet directly with our partners like Justworks and Remote, to name just a couple, who are on-site to help you level up your business, transform a big idea, or guide you to your next step.
Industry Workshops | Leverage our workshops to chat directly with industry experts like James Currier, NFX; Heather Widman, Building Ventures; David Thacker, Greylock; and many more.
Roundtable Sessions | Meet with other like-minded entrepreneurs and engage in fruitful discussions with a myriad of thought leaders. Some to look forward to: Latham & Watkins, The Capital Network, Figure Technologies. Check out the full agenda.
Reception | After a full day of panels, discussions, and meet-and-greets, synthesize your learnings with fellow attendees at our awesome reception.
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Networking Platform | Set up 1:1 meetings and exchange contact information within our networking platform to arrange in-person meetings at the event.
TechCrunch Early Stage includes plenty of ways to engage with founders, investors and other attendees. You’ll walk away with a deeper working understanding of topics and skills that are essential to startup success. Book your pass today — college students pay just $99!
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