TechCrunch

OCTOBER 4, 2022

We’re less than a month away from TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18–20 in San Francisco! Improve your pitch: Startup Battlefield isn’t just thrilling to watch; it’s a masterclass in how investors think. All right, here are the final five business Brahmins who will help judge the Startup Battlefield pitch competition.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 21, 2021

Disrupt is right around the corner, and this year the show is packed to the brim with incredible panels and conversations, an absolutely stacked Startup Battlefield cohort of companies launching on our stage, investor insights and a virtual expo hall full of exciting new products and services in the Startup Alley. We can’t wait!

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 30, 2021

Disrupt is right around the corner, and this year the show is packed to the brim with incredible panels and conversations, an absolutely stacked Startup Battlefield cohort of companies launching on our stage, investor insights and a virtual expo hall full of exciting new products and services in the Startup Alley. We can’t wait!

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Startup Blogpost

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

20 Tips for Pitching New Business Ideas to Potential Investors To provide you with the best advice on pitching new business ideas to investors, we asked twenty CEOs, Founders, and other professionals for their top tips. You should highlight the potential future earnings while pitching your proposal.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

In the startup world, it’s pitch decks, not business plans that get companies funded. Making a pitch deck is an art, a science, but most importantly, a story. Angel investors and venture capitalists have also learned to expect a standard pitch deck as the first filter when evaluating a company to invest in. Demo Day pitch.

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TechCrunch

MAY 14, 2021

Case in point: competing in Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 in September. We want every game-changing, innovative startup — from anywhere around the world — to have a shot at massive exposure to investors, media and other influential unicorn-makers. 11 words and phrases to cut from your VC pitch deck.

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TechCrunch

AUGUST 31, 2021

Disrupt is right around the corner, and this year the show is packed to the brim with incredible panels and conversations, an absolutely stacked Startup Battlefield cohort of companies launching on our stage, investor insights and a virtual expo hall full of exciting new products and services in the Startup Alley. We can’t wait!

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TechCrunch

MAY 10, 2021

Startup Battlefield , the world’s preeminent pitch competition, has launched hundreds of startups over the years — 922 if you want to be a stickler about it. The next Battlefield takes place at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. 11 words and phrases to cut from your VC pitch deck. You’ll find them here.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Disrupt is right around the corner, and this year the show is packed to the brim with incredible panels and conversations, an absolutely stacked Startup Battlefield cohort of companies launching on our stage, investor insights and a virtual expo hall full of exciting new products and services in the Startup Alley. We can’t wait!

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TechCrunch

JULY 7, 2022

No TechCrunch event is complete without a pitch-off showcasing early-stage startups from around the globe. Who will you be pitching to? The pitch-off will consist of three startup companies presenting for four seconds on the virtual stage, in front of the entire TC Sessions audience and our expert panel of judges.

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TechCrunch

MAY 17, 2021

From today until midnight on May 18 (PT), we’re offering a free Disrupt Innovator pass (a $99 value) to anyone who purchases an annual or two-year Extra Crunch membership. TechCrunch Disrupt takes place virtually September 21-23. Learn more about this year’s Disrupt event here. . When will I get my free Disrupt pass?

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TechCrunch

APRIL 9, 2021

It’s where hundreds of savvy, exhibiting startups increase their brand recognition, connect with investors, grow their network, expand their customer base and garner invaluable media coverage. These founders receive — at no additional cost — access to a curated pre-Disrupt experience. Talk about an opportunity to improve and impress.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 8, 2021

All you need is a killer pitch, an MVP, nerves of steel and the drive and determination to take on all comers to claim the coveted Disrupt Cup. If you fit the description, apply to compete in Startup Battlefield at TC Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. Every team receives a VIP experience at Disrupt. In round three — a.k.a.

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TechCrunch

JULY 7, 2022

If you haven’t heard yet, there’s a new and awesome opportunity available for early-stage startup founders at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco on October 18-20. Full, free access to Disrupt: SBF 200 founders attend Disrupt for free and receive VIP access to all the presentations, breakouts and roundtables at the show.

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TechCrunch

MAY 18, 2021

If you fit that description, we want you to apply to compete in the Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 on September 21-23. Perfect pitch: All competing startups get weeks of free training with the TC Startup Battlefield training squad. Plenty of perks: Battlefield gladiators are TC Disrupt VIPs. But here’s the thing.

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TechCrunch

JULY 13, 2022

If you want to be considered for the Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18-20 in San Francisco, time is running out. If you make the cut, you’ll receive a full VIP experience at Disrupt that includes: Access to all the presentations, breakouts and roundtables at the show. Media and investor exposure.

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TechCrunch

MAY 20, 2022

This how-to begins here, and it ends onstage at TechCrunch Disrupt , which takes place in San Francisco on October 18-20. In other words, the selection process for Startup Battlefield , our legendary pitch competition, is new. Plus, all SB 200 founders get to flash-pitch in front of investors and TechCrunch editors.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Disrupt is right around the corner, and this year the show is packed to the brim with incredible panels and conversations, an absolutely stacked Startup Battlefield cohort of companies launching on our stage, investor insights and a virtual expo hall full of exciting new products and services in the Startup Alley. We can’t wait!

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 8, 2021

“Especially for first-time founders, assessing product-market fit at a stage where it’s mostly anticipation can be as much art as science,” writes News Editor Darrell Etherington, who interviewed three VCs about the topic for TechCrunch Disrupt: Heather Hartnett, Human Ventures. Getting the details right in your pitch deck.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Happy TechCrunch Disrupt eve! They are founders who are not only building very interesting companies but have also taken a forward approach toward making noise on social media. TechCrunch Disrupt starts tomorrow, October 18, and run through October 20 in San Francisco. We’d love to see you! Nik Milanovic?

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Gust

JUNE 19, 2012

And in January I saw that digital music overtook physical media for the first time in 2011, something I expected since 1998. Investment and startups problem : we all want disruptive and game-changing businesses. Power Pitches. If you’re doing investment pitches, you should read this book. Power Pitches.

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TechCrunch

MAY 20, 2021

PowerPoint may still dominate the landscape for presentations in many people’s minds, but some might say that legacy status also makes Microsoft’s software ripe for disruption. Pitch, a presentation startup from Wunderlist’s founders, raises $30M more to take on PowerPoint.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Welcome to day three of TechCrunch Disrupt , where the opportunities to learn, connect and grow your business just don’t stop. Remember, you’ll find all the day’s programs, stage location and times listed in the Disrupt agenda and in the event app. Disrupt Stage | 10:00 am. Disrupt Stage | 10:30 am. Ready for day three?

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TechCrunch

JUNE 2, 2021

This very cool and downright extraordinary business development opportunity kicks off in July and takes you through TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 (September 21-23). You also get to perfect your pitch so you’re ready to impress potential customers at TC Disrupt. Is your company interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at Disrupt 2021?

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Twenty of the most promising and creative early-stage startups — chosen from the elite Startup Battlefield 200 — will bring the heat for $100,000 in the world-renown Startup Battlefield competition at TechCrunch Disrupt on October 18–20 in San Francisco. TechCrunch Disrupt takes place on October 18–20.

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TechCrunch

MAY 27, 2021

We’ve been urging you to apply to Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt 2021 for weeks now, and you have just over 12 hours left before the application window slams shut on May 27 at 11:59 p.m. (PT). She and her team competed in Startup Battlefield last year at Disrupt 2020. TC: What did it feel like to pitch at Disrupt?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 9, 2019

As co-founder at Radical Ventures and Singularity University ’s chair for entrepreneurship and open innovation, Pascal is focused on creating new business models for success and positively embracing disruption. I hear way too many entrepreneurs pitch stuff that I don’t understand—and I’m sure they don’t understand either.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

One of the most popular activities at a TechCrunch conference is watching top-notch early-stage founders square off in a pitch competition. Seriously, who doesn’t love a pitch-off? And the Crypto Pitch-off is just one more compelling reason to go to TechCrunch Sessions: Crypto on November 17 in Miami.

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Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

She was disruptive. So Troy and Lady Gaga were amongst the earliest artists that turned to social media and tech platforms to break out. .” But Gaga wasn’t like every product. So the radio stations wouldn’t play her. If you haven’t read my post about how Justin Bieber broke out , you should.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Liberum: CEO Aiden Tinafar is working to disrupt what they think could be a $400 billion market opportunity: recombinant proteins. Multus Media: CEO Cai Linton is producing an ingredient that hopes to make cultivated meat production affordable and accessible. Image Credits: Getty Images.

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David Teten VC

JULY 27, 2021

This includes access to software in areas such as product design & manufacturing, architecture, engineering, media, and more. Contestants pitch their legal product idea for a chance to win $5,000, tutoring, and more. Student teams pitch and compete for more than $1.5 The competition has $50,000 in cash prizes.

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Startup Grind

AUGUST 15, 2018

He has worked with several startups, invested in companies like Mayvenn, Gimlet Media, Blavity, Airspace Technologies, Codeverse, and many others Pitch your startup for a chance to meet with Cross Culture VC Q&A: What is your / your fund's mission? Three companies in our portfolio are addressing this from different angles.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 5, 2010

18 months ago 25% of all pitches to me were ideas for how to build products around Twitter’s API. For years I saw companies pitching themselves as “mobile coupon companies&# and I never believed this would be a big idea. For this reason one of the most important companies for me at TC Disrupt was Datasift.

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AsiaTechDaily

APRIL 10, 2023

Existing investor WFC, along with iAngels Network, Sateeq Invest, and Impactful Pitch structured syndicates, and marquee industry mix global HNIs, also participated in the round. The post Stylework, India’s co-working marketplace, nabs $2m in fresh funding first appeared on AsiaTechDaily - Asia's Leading Tech and Startup Media Platform.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 19, 2022

We’re psyched to be reporting live from TechCrunch Disrupt — without ignoring the rest of the world, natch. It’s one of the startups participating in the TechCrunch Disrupt Battlefield 200, and it uses machine learning to try to identify fraud, waste and abuse in healthcare claims , Kyle reports. News drop from Disrupt.

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Feedough

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

How is your offering disrupting the industry? Startup reviews are custom written posts by our experienced team who’ll work closely with your team to create the best pitch possible. The review article will be posted and shared with thousands of our subscribers over emails, social media posts, and push notifications.

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TechCrunch

MAY 6, 2023

It’s true: When First Republic Bank was in its final moments, Silicon Valley didn’t convulse with shock or lather itself into a social media tizzy. With that, let’s get into the perfect pitch deck and the outsider advantage. The perfect pitch deck The inimitable Haje Jan Kamps has done 47 pitch decks in his Pitch Deck Teardown series.

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