TechCrunch is providing a specialized accommodation for professionals who have recently been laid off, offering a discounted Expo+ Pass to its upcoming Disrupt 2026 conference. The offer is restricted to the first 100 qualifying individuals or remains available until the venue doors open on October 13 at 8 a.m. PT, whichever comes first.
The conference, hosted at Moscone West in San Francisco, runs from October 13 to 15 and typically draws over 10,000 attendees, including founders, investors, and technology executives. The initiative aims to help displaced workers reconnect with the industry, discover emerging career paths, and network with potential employers among the 300+ startups exhibiting at the event.
Pass holders gain access to the Expo Hall, where they can engage directly with company representatives and tech leaders. The price also covers admission to breakout sessions and panel discussions, as well as side events held throughout Disrupt Week, which spans October 10 to 16.
Additionally, ticket holders can utilize the TechCrunch Events app, which features AI-driven matchmaking tools to facilitate introductions and schedule one-on-one meetings prior to the conference. The pass also allows for informal networking in the Expo Hall and other venues.
While the Expo+ Pass provides entry to the core exhibition and learning sessions, it does not include access to industry stages or roundtable discussions. Attendees seeking the full conference experience are encouraged to explore other ticket options available on the TechCrunch website.
$75 is still steep for someone out of work. Why not free? Sounds like PR spin to me.
Finally, a tech event showing some actual humanity. Love this initiative for laid-off workers.