TechCrunch Disrupt
Find innovation for every stage at Disrupt 2026
Yellow AI Summary
TechCrunch Disrupt is an annual three-day conference held in San Francisco, California, from October 13-15, 2026, bringing together over 10,000 startup founders, venture capitalists, and technology leaders. The event features over 250 tactical sessions covering topics such as AI, robotics, fintech, and space, with past speakers including prominent figures from Sequoia Capital, General Motors, Salesforce, and Khosla Ventures. Attendees, 64% of whom are decision-makers and represent over 80 nationalities, engage in networking opportunities and can participate in the Startup Battlefield competition, aiming to generate leads and build connections across the innovation ecosystem.
Yellow Score Breakdown
Yellow's Take
With an undeniable concentration of 10,000 startup founders and VCs, this event is a prime opportunity for B2B marketers to connect with a highly targeted audience, further amplified by a speaker lineup featuring heavyweights like Mary Barra and Colin Kaepernick. While the caliber of attendees and thought leaders is exceptionally high, potential exhibitors should note the absence of readily available booth and ticket pricing. This event's strength lies squarely in its unparalleled access to the venture capital and startup ecosystem.
Attendee/Press Sentiment
Attendee Feedback Sentiment
Press Reviews Sentiment
“High volume of leads but conversion quality varies — success tied to getting featured or winning Startup Battlefield”
Press Reviews
“Find innovation for every stage at Disrupt 2026. From idea to IPO, Disrupt 2026 will map out the path for startups to achieve their goals and build their own path forward.”
“64% of attendees are decision-makers with 80+ nationalities represented — but event can feel broad for niche B2B”
“TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will host 10,000+ founders, investors, and tech leaders for three days of 250+ tactical sessions covering AI, robotics, fintech, and space.”
“Without a pre-arranged meeting schedule the event feels too broad — use the app aggressively to filter relevant contacts”
“From October 13-15 at San Francisco's Moscone West, TechCrunch Disrupt offers the opportunity to build a pipeline and close deals.”
“Some founders critique the event as a cash cow with high ticket prices — educational content similar to free online resources”
“I enjoyed the quality of speakers and the effectiveness of the Startup Battlefield for generating leads and media exposure — though the scenarios were too crowded.”
“Exhibiting offers visibility beyond the main stage — face time with investors and journalists scanning the floor for emerging ideas”
“CES 2026, the annual consumer tech conference, is here. TechCrunch editors and reporters are scouting for groundbreaking and 'weird' tech innovations.”
Topics
Speakers
Roelof Botha
Managing Partner and Steward, Sequoia Capital
Mary Barra
Chair and CEO, General Motors
Denise Dresser
Chief Executive Officer, Slack from Salesforce
Colin Kaepernick
Founder and CEO, Lumi and Super Bowl QB
Vinod Khosla
Founder, Khosla Ventures
Matt Mullenweg
Co-Founder / Founder and CEO WordPress / Automattic
Shaquille O Neal
NBA Superstar and Philanthropist Entrepreneur
Assaf Rappaport
Co-Founder and CEO Wiz
Past Speakers (2024)
Mary Barra
Chair and CEO, General Motors
Vinod Khosla
Founder, Khosla Ventures
Ashton Kutcher
Co-Founder, Sound Ventures
Assaf Rappaport
Co-Founder and CEO, Wiz
Tony Fadell
Principal, Build Collective
Peter Beck
Founder and CEO, Rocket Lab
Bret Taylor
Chairman, OpenAI; Co-Founder, Sierra
Colin Kaepernick
Founder and CEO, Lumi
Exhibitor & Booth Pricing
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