New, tried-and-true ways to network at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024

Heads-up, startup dreamers and change makers! TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 is where you’ll learn the next steps and make the connections you need to turn your idea into a viable business — or take your young startup to the next level.

Be in the room on April 25 in Boston, Massachusetts, to learn hands-on with expert founders, VCs and startup professionals. Plus, you won’t find a better event at which to network, establish valuable relationships and build a community to support you on your journey to unicorn status.

Let’s explore all the ways to connect. But first . . .

Time’s running out: Buy your ticket by January 26 to score the lowest price — you’ll save $300* on Founder or Investor passes.

New at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024: Side Events

Introducing Side Events! During Early Stage Week (April 22–28), you’ll enjoy a variety of fun, informational happenings focused on the early-stage startup and investor community. They’re the perfect way to have some fun, enhance your knowledge, connect with new people and build invaluable relationships.

Are you or your organization interested in hosting a Side Event? We want to hear from you! It’s a great way to build your brand, connect and network with 1,500 conference attendees and the local tech community.

Note: Side Event hosts manage registration, event logistics/operations, event promotions and costs. TechCrunch promotes Side Events to our audience and conference attendees.

Get creative — industry meetups, tech trivia night, office hours or something else entirely. We’re accepting applications starting today, January 12, through March 15. Check out our Early Stage 2024 Side Events Host Guide, submit this application and get your party started!

Tried-and-true networking at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024

You’ll learn, connect and collaborate in a variety of ways and settings at TC Early Stage. It’s a great way to build your network!

Core sessions

These expert-led sessions cover essential topics that every startup founder needs to know — like how to choose the right accelerator, early-stage fundraising, advice on crafting a solid pitch and more. We’ll be adding lots more sessions to the event agenda, so keep checking back. Plus, every session includes a Q&A — bring the questions that keep you up at night!

Roundtable discussions

Roundtables are also expert-led, but they’re smaller, more intimate group discussions focused on a specific subject. Examples from last year include How to Recruit for Your Startup, How to Win with Product-led Growth, and The Ins and Outs of Seed Funding.

Explore the Expo floor

Meet and connect face-to-face with our partners. Learn about the tools they offer that can help you push your business goals forward.

Access the app

The event app drops TC Early Stage into the palm of your hand. See who’s at the show, send messages and schedule 1:1 meetings in the networking zone with founders, VCs and other attendees. Last year, attendees used the app to schedule 1,197 meetings!

TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 takes place on April 25, 2024, in Boston, Massachusetts. Prices go up January 26! Buy a TC Early Stage pass now and save up to $300. Join us in Boston, connect with a supportive community and learn to build your business.

*Launch price savings reduces the full, on-site price of Founder and Investor passes. The launch price period ends January 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Is your company interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at TC Early Stage 2024? Contact our sponsorship sales team by filling out this form.