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Whether you’re looking for something educational or fun, mHUB produces events and classes that inform and inspire.

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Fueling Your Growth - Building the Capital Stack for Water Tech Startups

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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 Julie Greco 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

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Date and Time

05/20/25 @ 12:00 PM

05/20/25 @ 12:00 PM

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Resources Tailored to Your Unique Startup Roadmap

All classes and events are available to the public. Curriculum courses are tied to a specific track and stage of development, making connections to tools in the mHUB ecosystem to ensure members are maximizing the right resources at the right time.

To unlock auxiliary resources and pair learnings with hands-on guidance and tools, explore membership or Catalyze programs.

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