Achieving product-to-market (PMF) fit arguably ranks as both the number 1 strategic objective and the biggest challenge for early-stage founders. Reaching this critical milestone tells you, and any investors you hope to attract, that there is constant and enthusiastic demand for your product.
Everyone defines PMF differently, and that fact alone makes finding yours a real challenge. This pivotal achievement determines the future growth and profitability of your startup, so we’re thrilled to have David Thacker, General Partner at Greylock Partners, join us at TechCrunch Early Stage on April 20 in Boston, Massachusetts.
During his session, aptly named “Finding the Right Product for the Market,” Thacker will share the fundamentals, explain the processes involved, and address challenges. Given his extensive experience building in a recession, he’s likely to mention why PMF is even more important during an economic headwind.
You have questions, which is why we believe Thacker is the right person to help you understand and find the right product for the market now, when you need it most.
David Thacker, a partner at Greylock, invests in founders who build productivity tools, front office software, and SaaS verticals, along with marketplaces and games. During a previous economic downturn, he played a key role in several successful investments such as Redfin, Pandora, and TellApart. His investments include companies like Magical, Instawork, Curated, and Pragma.
A seasoned technology leader, Thacker has built new businesses and products for some of the world’s most iconic companies, including Google, LinkedIn and Groupon. Throughout his career as a technologist, he has built, launched, and scaled products in various industry verticals, including e-commerce, gaming, social media, and online advertising.
All TechCrunch Early Stage sessions include plenty of Q&A time to get answers directly from the speakers. You’ll leave with a deeper, more practical understanding of the topics and skills that are essential to startup success. Buy an early bird founder ticket now and save $200.
