TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: Where Innovation Meets Vision
From October 27 to 29, TechCrunch disrupt 2025 returns to Moscone West in San Francisco, uniting over 10,000 startup founders, venture capitalists, and tech visionaries for a dynamic exploration of tomorrow’s breakthroughs. A highlight of the event is an exclusive conversation on the Going Public Stage with celebrated entrepreneur and e-commerce trailblazer Julie Wainwright, who will delve into themes of reinvention, resilience, and spotting new market opportunities.
Exclusive Fireside Chat: Lessons from a Tech Pioneer
The intimate discussion with Wainwright offers attendees rare insights into building novel market categories and managing explosive growth amid uncertainty. She will share personal stories about critical decisions that shaped her companies’ trajectories while emphasizing the importance of confidence and adaptability in entrepreneurship. Whether you’re launching your first venture or leading an established firm, this session promises actionable strategies for navigating shifting landscapes.
A Visionary Leader Shaping Multiple Tech Eras
Julie Wainwright’s career reflects a remarkable ability to anticipate technological shifts well before they become widespread. From early executive roles during the rise of personal computing to groundbreaking contributions in online video platforms and e-commerce innovation, she has consistently driven transformative change. As founder and former CEO of The RealReal-a luxury resale marketplace-she successfully guided the company through its billion-dollar IPO in 2019, joining a select group of women entrepreneurs who have taken their companies public.
Currently at the helm of ahara-a pioneering personalized nutrition platform-Wainwright leverages data analytics to revolutionize how people approach health and wellness through tailored dietary solutions.
A Career Defined by adaptability and Strategic Foresight
- Leadership roles at Berkeley Systems during its peak innovation phase;
- Pioneering initiatives at Reel.com during early internet commerce;
- Navigating Pets.com through challenging dotcom-era dynamics;
- Spearheading The RealReal’s landmark IPO valued over $1 billion;
- Authoring a bestselling memoir detailing her entrepreneurial journey.
This multifaceted experience has earned her accolades such as the Silicon Valley Visionary Award as well as inclusion on Forbes’ inaugural “50 Over 50” list recognizing influential leaders beyond midlife. In addition to her buisness ventures in 2025, she is launching “The Armchair entrepreneurs,” a podcast aimed at mentoring emerging founders by sharing candid conversations about building resilient startups.
Dive Into Hundreds of Sessions Tailored for Innovators
This compelling fireside chat represents just one among more than 250 sessions, spread across five specialized industry stages featuring roundtables and interactive workshops designed for deep engagement with current technology trends. Attendees gain unparalleled networking opportunities alongside thought-provoking content crafted for innovators spanning diverse sectors-from AI advancements to sustainable tech solutions.
