Being a founder often feels like you’re building the plane midflight. You’re juggling fundraising, product-market fit, marketing strategy, hiring — while quietly wondering if you’re even doing it right.
TechCrunch AllStage 2025, which is happening on July 15 at the SoWa Power Station in Boston, is built to answer those questions. Whether you’re pitching VCs, recruiting a killer team, or trying to make sense of your startup’s finances (and your own), All Stage offers actionable insights from people who’ve lived it. Expect main-stage conversations, deep-dive workshops, and tactical networking designed to help you scale with confidence.
One of the voices you’ll want to hear from is Jason Kraus, founder of Prepare 4 VC and one of the most committed startup ecosystem builders out there.
We’re also still offering Early Bird pricing for TechCrunch All Stage, with founder passes discounted $210, investor passes available at a $200 discount, and students getting a chance to attend for just $99. Check out the best option for you and your team right here!
Why is Kraus speaking at All Stage?
Because he’s made a career out of helping founders break through.
Kraus launched his first company in college, and he’s never looked back. Through Prepare 4 VC, he’s worked with thousands of early-stage entrepreneurs across the globe, helping them sharpen their pitch, validate their market, and get investor-ready. He’s also a partner at the EQx Fund and Equity Venture Partners, where he helps founders explore new, often overlooked funding pathways.
But Kraus’ impact goes beyond capital strategy. He’s the engine behind founder communities like Startup Grind Boston, Startup Weekend, and the Startup Oasis Network, and he built the Breakthrough Program, a 10-week journey that helps founders get past execution bottlenecks and build real traction.
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In short: Kraus knows how to turn early-stage chaos into momentum. His book “Venture Forward” captures hard-won lessons from the startup trenches, and his approach is always founder-first.
At TechCrunch All Stage, get clarity, connection, and a competitive edge
Kraus’ session at All Stage will give you a tactical playbook for navigating early-stage challenges. Whether you’re figuring out your positioning, trying to impress investors, or just need help getting out of your own head — this is a conversation you’ll want a seat for.
Join us in Boston on July 15
TechCrunch All Stage is where ambitious founders go to find direction, community, and game-changing insight. Early Bird tickets won’t last forever, though, and they’re moving quickly.
Buy your ticket here and lock in your spot to hear from Kraus and other top startup minds today!
