The TechCrunch50 conference in San Francisco is just around the corner. And while we are busy reviewing early applications for new startups that will be launching there, it’s time to announce a few more industry experts who will judge and discuss each of the presenting startups.
The previously announced panelists are here: Marc Andreessen, Roelof Botha, Ron Conway, Chris DeWolf, Marissa Mayer, Sean Parker, Sheryl Sandberg, Yossi Vardi and Jeff Weiner. Today we’re announcing three more: Kevin Rose, Om Malik and Dan Farber
If you’d like to submit your startup to launch at TechCrunch50, everything you need to know, including deadlines, is here. Tickets for the event are on sale now (although, remember, launching companies don’t pay to be on stage or attend the event). The early bird discount is valid through July 15.
Kevin Rose is the founder and chief architect of Digg. Kevin started Digg in September 2004 as a personal project. His initial idea was to conduct a social experiment in how masses of users could control and promote news and other content on the Web, without external editorial control. After a very short time, he realized the power of his idea, as Digg was becoming a resource for breaking news stories and developed a strong user following. Kevin is also a co-founder of the Internet Television Network Revision3 where as a member of the board he provides strategic direction to the company. Crunchbase profile.
Dan Farber was named Editor-in-chief of CNET’s News.com in February 2008. Previously he was vice-president of editorial at CNET Networks and editor in chief of ZDNet. Dan has more than 20 years of experience as an editor and journalist covering technology. He joined ZDNet in 1996, and led the development of ZDNet’s worldwide network of more than 70 technology-focused sites. Prior to joining ZDNet, Dan served as vice president and editor-in-chief at Ziff-Davis’ flagship computing news publications, PC Week and MacWeek. He was also a founding editor at MacWorld and part of the editorial staffs of PC World and PC Magazine. Crunchbase profile.
Om Malik has over 15 years of experience as a journalist covering technology and business news. Most notably, he was a Writer at Red Herring during its glory days. He then went on to be part of the founding team of Forbes.com as a Senior Editor. Most recently, he was a Senior Writer for Business 2.0 magazine covering telecom and broadband stories. His contributions have been published in The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and MIT Technology Review. Additionally, Malik is the author of Broadbandits: Inside the $750 Billion Telecom Heist. He is the founder of Giga Omni Media, the company behind popular blogs such as GigaOM, NewTeeVee, WebWorkerDaily, Earth2Tech & OStatic. Crunchbase profile.
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Looks interesting. Once you have ElevatorPitches to the point where ANYbody can submit their concepts, it seems like the two might swallow eachother.
Either way, I love hearing about new, innovative startups and the entrepreneurs behind them so this looks pretty cool.
I can’t stand Kevin Rose.
MrCashyCash - the rest of the world seems to love him.
Kevin is one of the few guys who can handle multiple startups at the same time!
Michael, what counts for ‘launching’ at TC 50? Is it OK to go from private / public beta to full production (would fit our schedule) or does it have to be the first user ever to see the service at TC 50?
Kevon Rose is annoying and gay. Digg has a ugly UI/UX experience and Pownce sucks.
ya ya I can’t stand
wow! This is really great! Nice to see you Mr. Malik.
Great info though…at least i know who these great guys..
These three profilers will surely make techcrunch better. I have read about techcrunch from the New York times when I searced about blogs. What a great achievement and it’s getting even better!
Congratulations.
At least now we know why Dan Farber has been linking to TC so much and appearing on GilmorGang.
“We have just one rule… you have to show it here first.”
What exactly does this mean? I was going to sign up but I already let http://zipityzap.com out of the bag!
good panel - Techcrunch is bringing the right people
Too many cooks?
Who wants http://www.smibs.com to be on TC 50 ?
Disclaimer: I don’t know if we can apply since we’re already in private beta.
TechCrunch50 is a great launching pad for new Startups!
I will strongly encourage all entrepreneurs to apply for this grand event to showcase your Web 2.0 babies. Delegates/Visitors should join in too… What you will see in TC50 will probably be the next badge of Internet news shakers in 2009!! Be the first to know and be there — get TWO tickets.. one for you and another as a gift for a well deserving friend.
Also remember to spread the word. The only way to create a healthy ecosystem that support entrepreneurs, definitely has to begin with you. If you do, it will just go viral!
And good luck to all TC50 contenders!
Warmest,
Darren Lee
p/s — Can’t wait for more updates
kevin rose why is he invited
i would his programmer that put digg concept together
Kevin Rose !?! Please… four years ago he was a studdering camera shy intern answering phone calls on The ScreenSavers…and now he is an Industry Expert…
What an insult to people that actually do have a clue.
If having a couple of startups surviving on VC money makes you a success, I should quit my day job, and start pitching.
Can’t make it
Michael, are you going to stream this?
Congratulations guys.. keep up the good work
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Dan Farber is younger than I expected, I think I have him confused with Dave Farber.
Looking to get my start up on the list for the last time.
http://www.youyap.com
I hope to get in otherwise I am broke.
Have you considered the the consulting and business coaching startup OneCoach? It will be a high growth company based of who they serve. Check out the site… http://www.readtheanswer.com/index.php?rta=blog
I just buy a book at barnes and noble on SEO but I will buy this consulting book. It wont hurt.
So Mike, now that you have Dan Faber in a powerful role at your conference does this mean you will stop talking “poop” about CNET?
man, seems like just yesterday that you would knock CNET for everything, how the tides have turned.
Its great that you ppl have included Om Malik, how about including an Indian Entrepreneur, VC or Pro Blogger as well… though Om is of Indian base but not from India (an NRI), this would really propagate the Techcrunch50 concept in Indian arena, where good web startups are shaping up.