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This two-part event commemorates regional innovation around physical product development and related industries. Join mHUB for a day-long celebration of advancement in hardtech and manufacturing.
***TICKETS TO BOTH EVENTS CAN BE PURCHASED HERE***
mHUB HardTech Summit
- Thursday, March 23
- 1 PM - 6:30 PM
- 965 W. Chicago Ave
THE STAGE PROGRAM
The day's program will include conversations between corporate and institutional research leaders, startup pitches, Fourth Revolution Award announcements, and a keynote fireside chat from a hardtech founder and leader.
THE PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Concurrent with the event’s stage program, mHUB opens its prototyping labs for 50+ startup members to demo their products to attendees.
Fourth Revolution Awards Evening Reception
- Thursday, March 23
- 7 PM - 10 PM
- West Loop Location TBA Soon!
*If you attend the mHUB HardTech Summit, buses will be transporting reception ticket holders from mHUB to the evening reception.
After the mHUB HardTech Summit program concludes, a ticketed Fourth Revolution Awards Evening Reception will convene to celebrate the accomplishments and leadership of the regional manufacturing industry. This new format will include brief remarks to recognize award winners followed by networking, food, drinks, and live entertainment.
Thank You Event Sponsors:
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Comcast Business
OMRON
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Venue
Location
965 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642 Get Directions
Date and Time
03/23/23 @ 1:00 PM
03/23/23 @ 1:00 PM
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