Pre-Series A founders, don’t forget! Nominations for Startup Battlefield 200 are still open and spots are filling fast. If you plan to apply, act now.
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, selected startups won’t just pitch; they’ll take the stage and compete in front of top VCs and the entire TechCrunch audience. This is where startups face challenges and gain exposure.
Nominate your startup or propose one ready to enter the arena. Submit here.
Why nominate for Startup Battlefield
You’ll gain global exposure, $100,000 in equity-free funding, and direct access to leading VCs, with a chance to prove your startup’s merit.
Startups like Trello, Mint, Dropbox, Discord, and Fitbit once stood where you are now. Enter the arena and make your mark.
Startup Battlefield 200 perks
– Free exhibit table for all three days of Disrupt
– 4 complimentary Disrupt passes
– Startup branding and app listing
– Press list access and lead-generation opportunities
– Access to founder masterclasses
– The chance to pitch live on the Disrupt Stage
– Direct feedback from leading VCs
– A shot at $100,000 in equity-free funding
Nominate today
Nominations close May 27. Strong founders move early, prepare hard, and seize their chance before others catch up. Enter Startup Battlefield 200 now. Start nominating.
TechCrunch event: San Francisco, CA | October 13-15, 2026.