TechCrunch will host its annual Founder Summit on November 4, 2026, at the SoWa Power Station in Boston. The one-day event is designed for company founders and investors seeking practical guidance on scaling, fundraising, product development, and leadership.

The summit targets entrepreneurs at all stages, from early-stage builders to established founders, as well as investors focused on East Coast innovation. Organizers emphasize hands-on learning over passive panel attendance, offering sessions on topics such as AI-native product development, market validation, and cap-table strategy.

Featured speakers include Steve Fredette of Toast, Chase Garbarino of HqO, Kent Bennett of Bessemer Venture Partners, Lior Div of 7AI, Vineet Edupuganti of Cogent Security, and Tina Tosukhowong of TDK Ventures. Sessions will address company reinvention, regional startup ecosystems, and pitch refinement techniques.

A pitch competition, "So You Think You Can Pitch?", will give three early-stage startups four minutes each to present to a judging panel. Organizers note that past iterations of the summit have evolved from previous formats, including rebranding from "Early Stage" and "All Stage" events.

Tickets are currently available in three tiers: Investor ($399), Founder ($199), and Student ($149). Early-bird pricing includes a $100 discount for founders and investors, with additional discounts for group registrations. A volunteer program will offer free access to select attendees who assist with event operations.

Registration and detailed logistics, including speaker lists and agenda updates, are available through TechCrunch’s event portal. Pricing tiers will increase after October 16, and volunteer applications close on October 19.

The event is part of a broader series of founder-focused gatherings, with supplementary side events scheduled between November 1 and 7. Attendees can also use the Braindate platform to arrange peer-to-peer networking sessions during the summit week.