There’s no shortage of capital out there, but there’s even less room for error.
Join a powerhouse panel at TechCrunch All Stage on July 15 in Boston for “Fundraising Mistakes That Will Kill Your Round, and How to Avoid Them.” This Scale Stage breakout session is built specifically for early-stage founders who want to sidestep the pitfalls that slow or even sink their raise.
From pre-pitch prep to post-meeting follow-through, this session will give founders a real-world look at what works — and what doesn’t — in today’s competitive venture landscape.
Meet the experts who help founders get funded
Three experts. Three perspectives. One goal — helping you raise smarter.
Alysaa Co, principal at Bain Capital Ventures, invests at the earliest stages in application software and financial services. She works with founders on the front lines of their fundraising journey and brings a sharp eye for what makes a startup pitch-ready.
Kamila Khasanova is the founder and CEO of On Top Strategy, a NYC-based communications firm helping high-growth startups and VCs navigate moments of scale. Her team has supported companies that have raised more than $500 million, specializing in PR, founder thought leadership, and positioning strategies that directly impact fundraising success.
Dr. Richard Munassi, managing director at Tampa Bay Wave, has helped launch and scale hundreds of startups through nationally recognized accelerator programs. With a background spanning NASA iTech, Techstars, UCSF, and Moffitt Cancer Center, he offers tactical guidance from pitch deck to term sheet.
Disrupt 2026: The tech ecosystem, all in one room
Your next round. Your next hire. Your next breakout opportunity. Find it at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, where 10,000+ founders, investors, and tech leaders gather for three days of 250+ tactical sessions, powerful introductions, and market-defining innovation. Register now to save up to $400.
Save up to $300 or 30% to TechCrunch Founder Summit
1,000+ founders and investors come together at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 for a full day focused on growth, execution, and real-world scaling. Learn from founders and investors who have shaped the industry. Connect with peers navigating similar growth stages. Walk away with tactics you can apply immediately
Offer ends March 13.
Expect a candid discussion on:
- The red flags investors look for — and how to avoid them.
- What a clean cap table and data room should actually look like.
- How to craft a narrative that builds credibility and urgency.
- The most overlooked moments that can make or break a raise.
Whether you’re prepping your first round or approaching Series A, this is a must-attend session for founders who want to get it right the first time.
Investor tickets save $475. Founder tickets save $375.
Reserve your pass for TechCrunch All Stage before rates spike at the door.
