At the heart of Disrupt lies the prestigious Startup Battlefield, eagerly anticipated by many as thousands of hopefuls vie for the opportunity to showcase their innovations before an assembly of esteemed venture capitalists at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, happening from October 28–30 in San Francisco. This event is renowned for its magnitude, and every competitor embarks on a transformative journey with the potential to leave an indelible mark on the globe.
We are excited to announce the initial group of investors who will evaluate the startups and engage in a thorough and insightful Q&A session following each presentation. Stay tuned for additional investor names to be disclosed shortly!
The panelists’ critiques will shed light on the factors they consider when judging a company’s potential for success. This is a golden opportunity to gain an understanding of what captures investors’ attention and what persuades them to initiate further discussion.
Introducing the first five venture capitalists prepared to select the victor of the Startup Battlefield 2024.
Erin Harkless Moore, Managing Director, Pivotal Ventures
Leading the charge at Pivotal Ventures, a venture spurred by Melinda French Gates to foster social change, Erin oversees the company’s investment strategy, managing a broad array of innovative investments poised for significant societal impact. With a venerable track record spanning nearly two decades in investment management for philanthropies and private wealth, Erin’s profound ability to cultivate connections with thought leaders and entrepreneurs has been instrumental to her and her firm’s achievements.
Eylul Kayin, Partner, Gradient Ventures
At Gradient Ventures, Eylul plays a leading role fostering growth among pioneering companies. Before her tenure at Gradient, she gained significant experience at NEA and SoftBank, contributing to the rise of leading-edge firms in a variety of sectors.
Victor Lazarte, General Partner, Benchmark
As a general partner at Benchmark, Victor dedicates his expertise to sectors such as AI, gaming, and fintech. Having co-founded Wildlife Studios, he has been a key figure in transforming it into a premier name in the mobile gaming industry, boasting engagements from players globally. At present, he chairs the board after serving as CEO and contributes as a board member for Brex.
Ana Leyva, General Partner, Pear VC
Ana is at the forefront of Pear VC, propelling early-stage founders to excel in building scalable sales strategies drawn from her extensive sales background in leading tech firms. As an entrepreneur, she founded Lelu, marking her stake in the edu-tech landscape.
Corinne Riley, Partner, Greylock
Corinne’s collaboration with startups revolves around data and AI technologies. Through her role, she has played a part in enabling companies at both the infrastructure and application layer to thrive. Her initiatives, including the Greylock Edge and Scout programs, exemplify her commitment to nurturing budding innovation from the get-go.
Don’t miss it!
The Startup Battlefield champion, set to clinch a $100,000 equity-free award, will be unveiled at Disrupt 2024. This event promises a glimpse into the technological horizon—make sure to be part of it. Secure your attendance now.
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