If you’re reading this, consider it your signal: The opportunity to influence the future of tech is here.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is now accepting speaker applications. Join us onstage this October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco and share your ideas with 10,000+ tech leaders, VCs, and innovators shaping what’s next.
Apply to speak at Disrupt 2025
We’re on the hunt for sharp minds to guide interactive breakout sessions and real-talk roundtables on the topics that keep founders and tech leaders up at night.
If that sounds like you, don’t wait — apply to speak at Disrupt 2025 before May 16.
Pick your topic and format
Here’s how it works: When you apply, you’ll pick your format and pitch your topic with a title and short description.
- Breakout Session: A 30-minute presentation with up to four speakers (including a moderator), followed by a 20-minute Q&A with up to 100 attendees. Visual aids and limited AV support are allowed. Each speaker will lead one session.
- Roundtable Discussion: A 30-minute, speaker-led conversation for up to 40 attendees. No slides or AV — just real, unfiltered discussion.
All applications will be reviewed by TechCrunch. Finalists will enter the Audience Choice voting round, where your session details will be shared with our readers. The top-voted sessions will be featured live at Disrupt 2025!
Lead the conversation at Disrupt
Make your mark on the startup ecosystem and share your expertise with thousands. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes place October 27–29, but content applications close May 16. Submit yours today.
Want to do more than just take the stage?
Stand out at Disrupt 2025! Elevate your presence beyond the stage by exhibiting your brand to 10,000+ startup leaders and investors. Exhibit tables are in high demand — reserve yours now before they’re gone!
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