TechCrunch Founder Summit will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the SoWa Power Station in Boston. The full-day gathering is aimed at founders across all stages, connecting them with venture capitalists and experienced entrepreneurs for what the organisers describe as tactical insights on building and scaling companies.
The event was formerly known as Early Stage and All Stage. This year's agenda and speakers focus on fundraising, AI-native building and leadership. Sessions include The New Rules of Raising Capital with Brian Devaney of Underscore, Built for AI From Day One with 7AI co-founder and CEO Lior Div, and The CEO Job Never Gets Easier with HubSpot co-founder and Sequoia partner Brian Halligan.
Other sessions cover evaluating investors, spotting the so-called 'King of the Hill' company, early hiring, building a company outside Silicon Valley, and finding product market fit before scaling. Breakout sessions and networking through the Braindate app are also part of the programme, along with Side Events during Founder Summit week from November 1 to 7.
Tickets are priced in phases. Current tiers are Investor at $399, Founder at $199 and students at $149. A second ticket for a co-founder or co-worker is available at 50% off, and group bundles for four or more offer additional discounts. Prices are due to increase after October 16. Volunteers are also being sought to staff the event, with applications closing on October 19.