TechCrunch disturbs 2025 He returns to Moscone West in San Francisco from October 27-29, gathering more than 10,000 start-up leaders and VCs for an internal look where innovation is heading. Among the sessions they have to attend is a honest team at the builders stage about one of the highest moments on the founder’s journey: increasing your first round.
From Pitch to Partnership: The real route map for seed funding
This dynamic team brings together three experienced investors-Maria Palma (Frestyle Capital), Gabby Cazeau (Harlem Capital) and Marlon Nichols (Mac Venture Capital)-to unravel the realities of early stage capital concentration. From shaping a fascinating step for choosing the right partners, they will share honest, active knowledge to help the founders translate the interest in investment.
Maria PalmaAssistant Associate at Free capitalIt brings deep function and investment experience, with previous roles in Kindred Capital, Rre Ventures and leadership positions in newly established businesses such as Eyeview. Companies such as Fung Money, Lightning Labs and Payman has been supported and holds MBA from Harvard.
Gabby cazeau He is a partner in Harlem capitalInvesting in pre-seed and seed starts throughout business software and AI is applied. It holds MBA from Yale and a BS in chemical engineering. Gabby was introduced to Business Insider, CNBC and Crain’s 40 under 40 years old and serves in the VC boot board: NYC.
Marlon Nicholsco -founder and managing his general partner MAC Business Capital CapitalIt drives one of North America’s top seed businesses with over $ 600 million AUM (management assets). A multiple time Honoree for Business Insider’s Seed and Pitchbook’s list of top black VCS, Marlon has helped industry -scale companies such as Blavity, Thrive Market and Mongodb.
What to expect at the manufacturers’ stage
This is not your typical business table. Expect abrupt knowledge of how to cut the noise, structure your growth and build relationships that last beyond a sheet of terms. Whether you are prepared for your first round or consult a founder who is, this is the session you don’t want to lose.
Grab the swab, the Cazeau, the Nichols and 250+ heavyweight heavyweight In all six stages of the industry, as well as in breakouts and round tables, they live in TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, at the Moscone West in San Francisco. Sign up now And lock up to $ 675 in savings before ticket prices go up!
