Jon McNeill, the CEO and co-founder of DVx Ventures, will headline a session at TechCrunch All Stage 2025 on July 15 in Boston. McNeill, who previously served as the president of Tesla and the COO of Lyft, will present his session titled “The Operator’s Playbook for Building and Scaling Sustainable Companies.” This event will take place at the SoWa Power Station in Boston, where industry leaders gather to exchange insights and strategies.
As part of his webinar presentation, McNeill will provide exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at implementation. He’ll be tapping this deep expertise as Embark continues to build and support the companies leading electrification, transportation and AI. His hands-on experience in these arenas further qualifies him as a national thought leader. He’s passionate about creating sustainable business models that will flourish in today’s rapid, ever-changing market environment.
A Proven Track Record in Industry Leadership
Jon McNeill’s track record showcases a career devoted to transformational leadership in the technology and transportation industries. During his time at Tesla, he helped to grow the company’s revenue from $2 billion to $20 billion. His leadership and vision helped catapult Tesla to the forefront of the electric vehicle movement and market. As COO of Lyft, McNeill was a central player in leading the company in its successful IPO. Under his leadership, Lyft has become a transformational company that has grown exponentially and continues to thrive.
At DVx Ventures, McNeill is able to use that experience as an operator to combat this reality. The firm has since started 12 companies under his stewardship, with a concentration on profitability, impact, and long-term value. This distribution approach embodies McNeill’s vision that truly sustainable companies will focus equally on achieving financial results and benefiting society.
Insights into Building Enduring Companies
In his upcoming session at TechCrunch All Stage 2025, McNeill will explore why the next generation of enduring companies must be built differently than their predecessors. He advocates for validating product-market fit and GTM fit before going hard on growth. This systematic process allows firms to win in the near term. It empowers them to weather market volatility and shifts in consumer preference.
McNeill’s insights come from his own experience as a founder of six companies and support phase for hundreds of startups through DVx Ventures. He is a champion of sustainability and smart, strategic growth. This mindset strikes a chord with entrepreneurs looking to create robust enterprises that thrive in the face of uncertainty.
The Future of Business at TechCrunch All Stage
TC All Stage 2025 will bring together the world’s greatest founders, investors, policymakers and industry tech leaders. Join them as they tackle emerging trends and best practice strategies from all sectors. Jon McNeill’s participation highlights the event’s focus on practical insights for founders looking to navigate the complexities of building sustainable businesses.
Attendees taking in the sights at Boston’s SoWa Power Station. With other compelling talks to come, they will soon be able to gain inspiration and practical wisdom from McNeill’s session. The event promises to provide a platform for networking and learning from some of the brightest minds in technology and entrepreneurship.
