Benchmark Partners to Gather at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Summit

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Benchmark's five general partners will hold a panel together for the first time on the TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 stage in San Francisco.

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Benchmark’s full partnership joins the main stage at Disrupt 2026 | TechCrunch

All partners of Silicon Valley venture capital firm Benchmark will share the same stage for the first time at the TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 event in San Francisco to discuss the future of the industry.

Participation of Benchmark Partners

Benchmark general partners Jack Altman, Peter Fenton, Chetan Puttagunta, Everett Randle, and Eric Vishria will come together on the Disrupt Stage for the first time.

The Transformation of Venture Capital

Adapting to changes in the market, Benchmark has raised a total of approximately $2 billion with a $750 million main fund and a $1.25 billion growth fund.

Current State of Artificial Intelligence Investments

According to OECD data, artificial intelligence companies reached a remarkable size by capturing 61 percent of global venture capital investments in 2025.

New Competitive Environment for Entrepreneurs

While competition increases for the few companies investors believe can become category leaders, entrepreneurs seeking funding face a complex environment.

Meeting of Experienced Names

The five partners, who have experience in different fields, will discuss the mistakes founders make and where the successful startups of the future will emerge.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Dates

The event will bring together tens of thousands of attendees across six different stages at Moscone West in San Francisco from October 13 to 15.