Investors hear hundreds of pitches — but only a few break through. On the Builders Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, a candid panel of seasoned operators and investors will reveal what captures their attention, what turns them off, and the subtle signals founders often miss.
Register here to take advantage of regular pricing with up to $668 off your ticket before rates go up.
Get to know this Builders Stage panel
- Medha Agarwal, general partner, Defy.vc — backing founders from day zero through hyper-growth, with a track record at Redpoint Ventures supporting fintech, SaaS, marketplaces, and healthcare startups.
- Jyoti Bansal, CEO and co-founder, Harness — serial entrepreneur behind AppDynamics’ $3.7 billion exit and co-founder of Traceable and Unusual Ventures.
- Jennifer Neundorfer, co-founder and managing partner, January Ventures — early-stage investor reshaping venture networks and fueling B2B software innovation.
Together, they’ll share insider strategies to build trust, earn attention, and win the right checks — insights founders can use immediately to sharpen their pitch and improve fundraising outcomes.
Secure your spot at Disrupt 2025 with up to $668 off
Be a part of something bigger and at the forefront of tomorrow’s innovation — TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, running October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco, where 10,000+ founders, investors, and tech leaders will gather.
Save up to $668 on tickets — available through September 26. Prices increase on September 27. Register now and save.
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