Ellen Chisa to Share Early-Stage Enterprise Investment Insights at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

TechCrunch All Stage 2025, set for July 15 in Boston, will feature Ellen Chisa, partner at Boldstart Ventures, as a key speaker. Chisa is recognized for her deep expertise in supporting early-stage enterprise software startups, often investing before other venture capitalists take notice. Her background includes co-founding Darklang, a developer-focused cloud infrastructure platform, and holding product leadership roles at Kickstarter and Lola Travel. Chisa holds degrees from Olin College and Harvard Business School, giving her a strong technical and business foundation.

At the event, Chisa will discuss what investors look for in the earliest stages of enterprise software companies, how founders can position themselves for strong backing, and common pitfalls to avoid in a rapidly evolving market. Her insights are especially valuable for first-time founders and technical teams transitioning into the startup world. TechCrunch All Stage aims to provide actionable advice and community support to help startups grow, with sessions covering topics from fundraising to team scaling and founder well-being.

The event will bring together founders, investors, and operators, creating opportunities for networking and learning from industry leaders. Early Bird tickets are available, with discounted passes for founders, investors, and students. Ellen Chisa’s session is highlighted as a must-see for anyone interested in building or investing in the future of enterprise technology.