Jon McNeill Reveals the Operator’s Playbook at TechCrunch All Stage

Entrepreneurs are frequently encouraged to focus on achieving product-market fit, but what if the true barrier to success is premature scaling?

At TechCrunch All Stage 2025 on July 15 in Boston, Jon McNeill, CEO and co-founder of DVx Ventures (and former president of Tesla and COO of Lyft), will take the Scale Stage to question conventional growth strategies for startups.

In his talk titled “The Operator’s Playbook for Building and Scaling Sustainable Companies,” he will explore how the next generation of resilient companies is being established by operators who evaluate both product and go-to-market strategies before launching into the growth phase.

Now is the perfect time to register, with Founder Passes priced at $155 and Investor Passes at $250, both offering considerable savings over the upcoming door prices.

Scaling smartly, not just quickly

With a history that includes founding six companies, driving Tesla’s growth from $2 billion to $20 billion in revenue, and guiding Lyft through its IPO, McNeill grasps the distinction between temporary momentum and sustained growth. At DVx Ventures, he and his team have already launched 12 companies, focusing on profitability, impact, and sustainable value over mere speed.

In this session, McNeill will share actionable strategies drawn from his experiences with companies in electrification, transportation, and AI. Attendees can look forward to valuable insights on capital efficiency, operational discipline, and ways to innovate beyond the traditional VC model to create enduring businesses.

If you’re a founder navigating rapid expansion or an investor exploring new approaches that prioritize long-term impact, this session provides a practical, operator-focused roadmap.

It’s not just about growing large — it’s about growing wisely

On July 15, TechCrunch All Stage will convene at Boston’s SoWa Power Station. This event is crafted for founders focused on scaling, brimming with practical insights, genuine conversations, and networking opportunities with investors and creators across all levels. Reserve your pass today to capitalize on 60% savings on your Founder and Investor Passes.