Don’t miss your chance to shine at So You Think You Can Pitch, our highly anticipated segment at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024, taking place in Boston on April 25. Promotion is critical to securing funding and attracting early customers. Honest feedback before facing investors may be rare. In the early stages of TC, three lucky founders will each present their funding proposals for 4 minutes in front of a panel of expert judges and gain valuable insights to refine their approach. Previous panelists include Building Ventures, 1Sharpe Ventures, Emergence Capital, and more!
Apply now! The deadline for submissions is tonight, March 22nd, at 11:59pm Pacific Time.
Here’s how it works
- TechCrunch will select three finalists, each of whom will take the stage to speak for four minutes.
- Applicants must be in the early stages and have a minimum viable product (MVP) to qualify.
- Each finalist team will receive two free tickets to the event.
- All submissions will also be considered for the TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield 200 queue.
- There are absolutely no fees or charges* to apply or participate.
How to participate
- Apply here and pitch your startup by March 22 at 11:59pm PT.
- All applicants will be notified of their status by March 29.
- Selected finalists will have the opportunity to meet with the TechCrunch team in advance to prepare for the meeting.
About TechCrunch 2024 Early Stage
The TechCrunch Founders Summit will be held on April 25 in Boston, Massachusetts, and is designed to provide early stage entrepreneurs with support at all stages from seed to growth. Get actionable advice and insights from top experts tailored for innovators in the idea stage and those ready to scale. Connect with other entrepreneurs, share experiences and build the confidence to grow your business. Whether you’re just starting out or aiming for new heights, this one-day event is your roadmap to success and growth.
*Please note: Finalists are responsible for their own travel, accommodation and expenses related to participating in the event.
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