TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is set to introduce the Going Public Stage, a dedicated platform for founders navigating the complexities of scaling their companies from early traction to public offerings and beyond. This new addition aims to provide invaluable insights for entrepreneurs at various stages of growth, particularly those preparing for significant transitions such as IPOs or acquisitions.
Key Sessions and Speakers:
1. How Long Should a Startup Stay Private?
David George, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, will delve into the evolving venture capital landscape and discuss the implications for late-stage startups. He will address critical topics such as optimal timing for going public, the role of secondary markets, and strategies for building enduring companies in today’s market. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/25/introducing-the-going-public-stage-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/?utm_source=openai))
2. What Comes After Breakout Success?
Eric Yuan, Founder and CEO of Zoom Communications Inc., alongside Santi Subotovsky, General Partner at Emergence, will explore strategies for sustaining growth after achieving initial success. The discussion will cover topics like market expansion, product diversification, and maintaining innovation to avoid stagnation.
3. Everything You Need to Know Before an Exit
Jai Das, Co-founder, President, and Partner at Sapphire Ventures, and Roseanne Wincek, Co-founder and Managing Director at Renegade Partners, will provide insights into preparing for various exit strategies. They will discuss timing, key metrics, investor expectations, and navigating mergers and acquisitions or IPO preparations. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/25/introducing-the-going-public-stage-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/?utm_source=openai))
4. Building What Comes Next
Julie Wainwright, CEO of Ahara and Founder and former CEO of The RealReal, will share her experiences in pioneering new markets and building resilient companies. She will discuss lessons learned from category creation, risks of reinvention, and the advantages of experience in the startup ecosystem. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/25/introducing-the-going-public-stage-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/?utm_source=openai))
5. How AI Is Forcing Late-stage Startups to Rewire GTM — or Be Left Behind
Jane Alexander, Partner at CapitalG; Vanessa Larco, Co-founder of Premise; and Nirav Tolia, CEO of Nextdoor, will examine how artificial intelligence is transforming go-to-market strategies for late-stage startups. The panel will discuss integrating AI into sales, marketing, and customer success to stay competitive. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/25/introducing-the-going-public-stage-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/?utm_source=openai))
Additional Highlights:
The Going Public Stage will also feature sessions on:
– Building in a Time of Uncertainty: Ryan Petersen, Founder and CEO of Flexport, will share insights on navigating economic volatility and building resilient businesses. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?utm_source=openai))
– Where VCs Are Placing Their Bets in 2026: Nina Achadjian of Index Ventures, Jerry Chen of Greylock, and Viviana Faga of Felicis will discuss emerging sectors and investment priorities for the upcoming year. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?utm_source=openai))
– How to Nail Product Market Fit: Rajat Bhageria of Chef Robotics, Ann Bordetsky of NEA, and Murali Joshi of ICONIQ will provide strategies for achieving product-market fit and driving growth. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?promo=post_toliaalexanderlarco_07212025&utm_source=openai))
– Agentic AI for Startups: Automate, Adapt, and Accelerate Growth: Anmol Rastogi from Amazon will discuss leveraging AI to streamline operations and enhance customer engagement. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?promo=post_toliaalexanderlarco_07212025&utm_source=openai))
– Scaling Search and AI for Millions: Lessons from Reddit Search: Rachel Miller of Reddit will share experiences in building AI systems at scale, focusing on relevance, safety, and bias mitigation. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?promo=post_toliaalexanderlarco_07212025&utm_source=openai))
– Do Startups Still Need Silicon Valley?: Anh-Tho Chuong of Lago, Heather Doshay of SignalFire, and David Hall of Revolution will debate the necessity of a Silicon Valley presence for startup success. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?promo=post_toliaalexanderlarco_07212025&utm_source=openai))
– What’s Next for Netflix and for Streaming Itself: Eunice Kim, Chief Product Officer at Netflix, will discuss the company’s evolving product strategy and innovations in the streaming industry. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?promo=post_toliaalexanderlarco_07212025&utm_source=openai))
– The Winning Formula: Turning Your Business Into a Trusted, Scalable Community To Drive Growth: Justine Palefsky and Tasneem Amina of Kindred will share strategies for building trust and community to drive business growth. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/events/tc-disrupt-2025/agenda/?promo=post_toliaalexanderlarco_07212025&utm_source=openai))
Event Details:
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will take place from October 27 to 29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. The event is expected to attract over 10,000 attendees, including top venture capitalists and tech leaders. The Going Public Stage is designed to equip founders with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of scaling and exiting their companies. ([techcrunch.com](https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/25/introducing-the-going-public-stage-at-techcrunch-disrupt-2025/?utm_source=openai))
