Have hard-won scaling lessons to share? Take the stage at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026

If you've been involved in the fast-paced world of high-growth startups, your insights could significantly benefit the next generation of entrepreneurs. On June 9 in Boston, the TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 will convene over 1,000 founders and investors for an in-depth exploration of growth challenges and strategies. We are calling on experienced founders, venture capitalists, and startup operators to lead engaging roundtable discussions focused on real-world experiences — including successes, challenges, and lessons learned through practice. To be considered as a speaker, submit your topic by April 17. Every session at the Founder Summit is designed for meaningful interaction. Each 30-minute discussion will be driven by two to four speakers, focusing on open dialogue rather than presentations. This is an opportunity to share practical insights that founders can implement right away. Whether you’ve scaled a business from zero to $50 million, managed a challenging fundraising round, restructured a team post-hypergrowth, expanded into new markets, or revamped your go-to-market strategy, this event is the perfect platform to discuss what truly works. Participating as a speaker at the TC Founder Summit offers the chance to elevate your profile, as TechCrunch will promote your involvement through agenda highlights, editorial mentions on TechCrunch.com, and social media outreach. Mark your calendar for June 9, as speaker selections will be finalized well in advance of the event. If you possess valuable scaling insights that can guide founders, now is the moment to share your ideas. Don’t hesitate to submit multiple compelling topics and take the lead in fostering smarter startup growth. Ensure you submit your speaking proposal before the April 17 deadline.