The Builders Stage Brings Scaling Strategies to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

The Builders Stage returns to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, bringing together founders, startup operators, and investors for practical conversations on what it takes to build and scale successful companies. Featuring startup and venture leaders such as Grant Lee, CEO and co-founder of Gamma; Leah Solivan, founder and general partner at Precedent.vc; and Robby Stein, VP of Product at Google, the stage will provide actionable insights through candid conversations and real-world case studies. Topics will include fundraising, hiring, go-to-market strategy, AI, and the operational decisions that fuel growth. The event takes place October 13-15 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, expecting more than 10,000 founders, investors, and technology leaders. As one of six industry-focused stages at Disrupt 2026, the Builders Stage is dedicated to helping founders navigate growth challenges, from raising capital and hiring top talent to preparing for the jump from seed to Series A. Every session is designed to deliver practical strategies for immediate implementation, complemented by live Q&A opportunities to engage directly with the speakers.