Put your brand at the center of the AI conversation — host a Side Event during TechCrunch Sessions: AI

This June, the most influential minds in artificial intelligence will converge at TC Sessions: AI— and your brand has a unique opportunity to be part of the action.

From June 1–7, TechCrunch is curating a weeklong series of Side Events that orbit the main stage event on June 5 at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. This is your moment to host a high-impact gathering — whether it’s an intimate meetup, a thought leadership salon, a VIP mixer, or a hands-on demo experience — and position your brand in front of 1,200+ AI leaders, investors, and builders.

Get started herebefore the application deadline hits.

Why host a Side Event?

TC Sessions: AIis where industry-shaping conversations happen and where future-defining deals begin. By hosting a Side Event, your brand doesn’t just show up — it stands out. You’ll align yourself with the most respected names in AI while gaining direct access to an astute audience eager for fresh insights, meaningful partnerships, and bold ideas.

Space is limited, and visibility is high. If you’re ready to lead, this is your time.

Side Event perks

Score an exclusive discount code for you and your network — and let TechCrunch amplify your event with full-on promotion to our entire audience and the TC Sessions: AI crowd. Perks include:

• Listing on the TC Sessions: AI Side Event page.
• Listing on the TC Sessions: AI agenda.
• Listing on the TC Sessions: AI mobile app agenda.
• Listing in shared TC Sessions: AI attendee emails.
• Listing in shared TC Sessions: AI articles.

The fine (but not too fine) print

You’re in charge of your event — meaning logistics, costs, promo, and everything in between. There’s no fee to join the Side Event lineup, but we do have a few guidelines:

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Netflix, Box, a16z, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital, Elad Gil — just some of the 250+ heavy hitters leading 200+ sessions designed to deliver the insights that fuel startup growth and sharpen your edge. Don’t miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch, and a chance to learn from the top voices in tech. Grab your ticket before Sept 26 to save up to $668.

• Events must run between June 1 and 7.
• Anything on June 5 should start after 5:00 p.m. PT.
• All attendees must be 18+ (or 21+ if serving drinks).
• Events must be in or around Berkeley.

Ready to host?

Side Events are a standout opportunity to connect with the AI community and gain valuable brand visibility. Apply here and make your mark at TC Sessions: AI before the deadline.