Apply to take the stage at Founder Summit 2026

If you’ve built, backed, or operated high-growth startups, your experience could shape how the next wave of founders scales.

On June 9 in Boston, TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 will bring together 1,000+ founders and investors for a day focused on the reality of growth. We invite experienced founders, VCs, and startup operators to lead interactive roundtable discussions based on real-world execution—the wins, mistakes, and lessons that come from just doing the work.

Submit your topic by April 17th for consideration. Learn more and apply today.

Start a real conversation by leading a roundtable or breakout session

Whether you’re leading an interactive roundtable or a Q&A-style kick-off, every session at Founder Summit is designed for depth. Each is a 30-minute, discussion-driven conversation led by two to four speakers, depending on the format. No slides. No polished decks. Just honest knowledge and practical suggestions founders can apply immediately.

If you’ve scaled zero to $50 million in revenue, navigated a difficult fundraiser, rebuilt a team after overgrowth, expanded internationally, or redefined your go-to-market strategy, this is the room to share what’s really working.

Strengthen your authority in the ecosystem

Speaking at the TC Founder Summit gives you:

• Instant access to 1,000+ aspiring founders and active investors.

• Premium entry to the full event experience.

• Significant brand positioning and authority in the startup ecosystem.

TechCrunch will also enhance your participation through agenda placement, editorial inclusion on TechCrunch.com, and social exposure on its channels.

Applications close on April 17

The TC Founder Summit takes place on June 9th and speaker selections are made well in advance of the event. If you have scalable information that founders need to hear, now is the time to pitch. Do you have more than one strong idea? Submit them all.

Lead the conversation. Share what you learn. Help founders build smarter. Submit to talk before the April 17 deadline.