TechCrunch's Disrupt 2025 Conference Announces New Panelists to Tackle Equity and Compensation Challenges
In preparation for its 20th anniversary, TechCrunch's Disrupt 2025 conference has added three new panelists to its agenda, addressing one of the most pressing issues facing startup founders: compensation and equity. Randi Jakubowitz, Head of Operations & Talent at 645 Ventures, Rebecca Lee Whiting, Founder of Epigram Legal, and Yin Wu, Co-Founder and CEO of Pulley, will join a discussion on scaling teams, structuring equity, and retaining top talent.
According to TechCrunch, the panelists have extensive experience in navigating the complexities of equity and compensation. Randi Jakubowitz has led HR efforts at Seamless through its merger with Grubhub and IPO, while Rebecca Lee Whiting has served as a fractional GC to top AI and biotech startups. Yin Wu's expertise lies in building scalable teams and structuring equity for growing companies.
The discussion will take place on the Builders Stage during Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. This year's conference promises to provide valuable insights for founders navigating the challenges of equity and compensation as their companies grow. "We're excited to have these experts join our panel," said a TechCrunch spokesperson. "Their unique perspectives will undoubtedly offer actionable advice for startup founders."
The session is part of Disrupt 2025's focus on addressing pressing issues facing startups, including talent acquisition and retention. According to the conference organizers, this year's event aims to provide a comprehensive platform for founders to learn from industry experts and network with peers.
Registration for Disrupt 2025 is now open, with early bird tickets available at up to $668 off the regular price. Interested attendees can register on the TechCrunch website.
Background information on the panelists:
Randi Jakubowitz: Head of Operations & Talent at 645 Ventures
+ Early HR leadership experience at Seamless through its merger with Grubhub and IPO
+ Expertise in scaling teams under pressure and maintaining talent strategies
Rebecca Lee Whiting: Founder, Epigram Legal
+ Fractional GC to top AI and biotech startups
+ Former Ninth Circuit clerk with expertise in demystifying complex legal issues
Yin Wu: Co-Founder and CEO, Pulley
+ Expertise in building scalable teams and structuring equity for growing companies
Disrupt 2025 will take place October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. Registration is now open, with early bird tickets available at up to $668 off the regular price.
This story was compiled from reports by TechCrunch and TechCrunch.
