Discover Early Profitability Strategies with Cambly and Benchmark on TechCrunch Live

We’re thrilled to announce the return of TechCrunch Live (TCL) for its third season. The event series has been a huge success in the past, and we’re excited to bring it back with a new set of engaging episodes.

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Join us for our first episode with Benchmark and Cambly

Our first episode is scheduled to take place on February 1, 2023, at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. We have an exciting lineup of guests, including Sameer Shariff, CEO and co-founder of Cambly, and Sarah Tavel, a long-time investor at Benchmark.

Meet our Guests

Sameer Shariff – Co-Founder & CEO, Cambly

Sameer will share his experiences on how Cambly navigated the challenges of fundraising. Despite failing to raise a Series A, the company had to change its model overnight and found ways to make a profit to keep the doors open. We’ll discuss the lessons he learned from both rounds of funding.

Sarah Tavel – Investor, Benchmark

Sarah will talk about what made Cambly a perfect fit for Benchmark’s investment. She’ll also share her insights on why Cambly was an ideal candidate for Benchmark’s portfolio.

Key Questions

I have some questions that I’d like to ask our guests:

How did the company’s mindset change following the failure to raise a Series A, and how did the founders keep the team focused and on target?
What steps should founders take when seeking profitable growth before raising venture capital?
Cambly is a unique marketplace. How did the company initially acquire customers, and when did it outgrow and replace the strategy for scale?
There are countless language learning marketplaces and services. What metrics led Benchmark to lead a Series B investment in Cambly?

Join the Live Event

Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and engage with our guests live! Join us on Hopin, and participate in the chat. If you can’t make it to the live event, we’ll have a replay available for you to listen to later.

Pitch Practice is Back!

Want to get feedback on your pitch during the show? Pitch Practice is back! Apply to present your company using this form. We’ll select three companies to pitch during the show, including one wildcard company that will be selected from our Hopin audience during the episode.

About Benchmark and Cambly

Benchmark is a leading venture capital firm with a proven track record of investing in successful startups. Cambly is a language learning marketplace that has gained significant traction in recent years.

Why Attend TechCrunch Live?

At TechCrunch Live, we bring together the best minds in the industry to share their experiences and insights on how to build successful startups. Our events are designed to provide valuable information and networking opportunities for founders, investors, and entrepreneurs.

Meet our Host

I’m Matt Burns, Senior Editor at TechCrunch. I’ll be hosting this episode of TCL and will do my best to ask questions and facilitate a productive discussion with our guests.

About Me

As the Managing Editor at TechCrunch, I have a deep understanding of the startup ecosystem. My passion for mobility startups and gadgets is evident in my work. When I’m not writing about tech, you can find me working on woodworking projects or trying to keep up with the latest developments in AI.