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Turning Pilots into Profits - Unlocking Water Tech Testbeds and Early Deployments

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Learn how to design powerful pilots that not only validate your tech but also launch your water technology business. Experts from the Current and the Great Lakes ReNEW networks will guide you through accessing real-world testbeds, running successful pilots, and using early wins to build traction and attract customers. Special guest Aaron Campbell of Operation Autopilot will share how to turn early pilots into a launchpad for scalable commercial deployments. 
 
What you’ll take away: 

  • How to uncover pilot opportunities in the water sector 
  • Ways to build trust with potential pilot partners  
  • Reasonable expectations for initial pilots 
  • What knowledge to extract from working alongside industry 
  • Using your pilot to build credibility, brand, and future development 

Venue

https://mhubchicago.zoom.us/j/83809109285?pwd=ut8bQOdGStqy5w5gyb4EFvzKaC2PV5.1

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Date and Time

05/29/25 @ 12:00 PM

05/29/25 @ 12:00 PM

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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.

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