At the upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, scheduled for October 27–29 at Moscone West, San Francisco, startup founders will gain valuable insights into one of the most critical milestones in their journey—securing Series A funding.

In a Builders Stage session titled How to Raise a Series A in 2026, leading venture capitalists Katie Stanton (Moxxie Ventures), Thomas Krane (Insight Partners), and Sangeen Zeb (GV) will share their perspectives on what it takes to move a pitch from a “maybe” to a firm “yes.” Drawing from their years of experience reviewing thousands of startup decks and guiding companies to scale, the trio will highlight the key metrics, growth narratives, and red flags that shape investor decisions.
Meet the Speakers:

– Katie Stanton, founder of Moxxie Ventures, brings a track record that spans from leadership roles at Twitter and the Obama White House to investing in more than 100 early-stage companies, including Airtable, Calm, and Carta.

– Thomas Krane, managing director at Insight Partners, has overseen investments in major software and cybersecurity firms such as JFrog and SentinelOne, with a keen eye for scalable business models.

– Sangeen Zeb, general partner at GV, specializes in enterprise and AI startups. He has led investments in notable firms like Vercel and Harvey, serving on several boards while championing high-growth tech ventures.

Against the backdrop of an increasingly competitive funding environment, this session aims to equip founders with practical strategies to navigate the evolving Series A landscape. Attendees can expect unfiltered discussions on what truly captures investor confidence, how to structure a compelling growth story, and the common pitfalls that lead investors to walk away.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is set to attract more than 10,000 startup and venture capital leaders. Early registration offers discounts of up to $668 for participants who secure their seats before September 27.

Source: Techcrunch