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Raising the right capital at the right time is critical — and it takes more than grants or VC checks, especially for hardtech founders. In this high-impact workshop, funding experts will break down how to blend government grants, equity investment, debt financing, project financing, and offtake agreements to fuel your first pilots and early commercial launches.
You’ll hear from leaders like Stefano Galiasso of Energy Capital Ventures, Toya Garcia-Bradow from William Blair, and Jennie Graham from Burnt Island Ventures. Who specialize in building capital stacks that support hardtech growth — not just survival.
What you’ll take away:
- Understanding of various investment vehicles
- Learn how to align the best investment options with the right milestones
- Insights from investment and financial planning experts
- Advice on how to craft your pitches
Venue
https://mhubchicago.zoom.us/j/89714238112?pwd=btqwvhjjbjpIoCahX5XVRRk1Wbu1a8.1
Location
Date and Time
05/20/25 @ 12:00 PM
05/20/25 @ 12:00 PM
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mHUB HardTech Summit
The 2026 HardTech Summit will return on Thursday, March 5, 2026, bringing together top hardtech entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and industry leaders to celebrate innovation in the Midwest. The program will feature 40+ product demonstrations, 30+ startup pitches, panels with leading industry experts, and a keynote from Larry Gies, Founder and CEO of Madison Industries. Attracting more than 1,200 entrepreneurs and public and private sector professionals at the intersection of manufacturing and innovation, the Summit serves as a defining moment for the region’s hardtech community.
Fourth Revolution Awards
The Fourth Revolution Awards honor the innovators, entrepreneurs, and manufacturers driving the technologies and businesses that define the future of industry. Hosted by mHUB, this premier event celebrates the bold ideas and hardtech breakthroughs fueling economic growth and shaping a more sustainable, connected, and advanced world. The 2026 ceremony will take place on Thursday, March 5, following the conclusion of the mHUB HardTech Summit.
mHUB Community BBQ
Join Chicago’s tech community for the next mHUB Community BBQ, tentatively planned for Thursday, July 16, 2026. This annual parking-lot celebration brings together more than 1,000 innovators and tech enthusiasts for an afternoon of food, music, drinks, and family-friendly activities. Each year, attendees descend upon the mHUB hardtech innovation center to enjoy the summer sun, reconnect with the community, and celebrate the momentum driving Chicago’s innovation ecosystem.