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?? What a day for Chicago and the Midwest! ?? Yesterday, mHUB witnessed the power of innovation, collaboration, and community at the Fourth Revolution Awards and HardTech Summit! The energy was electric, and the connections made will drive new partnerships, investments, and groundbreaking advancements across the region's tech ecosystem. Stay tuned for more exciting event recaps, photos, and videos from this two-part event. Today, mHUB would like to congratulate this year's Fourth Revolution Awards Winners & Honorees and thank you to our event sponsors for making yesterday possible. ? Congratulations 2025 Winners & Honorees! ? ?? Manufacturer of the Year: Pella Corporation ?? Corporate Champion: Intersect Illinois ?? Fourth Revolution Champion: Michael Fassnacht ?? Community Empowerment Award: P33 Chicago ?? Excellence in Engineering: Herbie Kirn, Articulate Labs ?? Innovation of the Year: Niron Magnetics, Inc. ?? Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturer of the Year: TCCI Manufacturing ?? Rising Star: AQUA Cultured Foods ?? Thank you Sponsors ?? ?? Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois ?? Clayco ?? CSC Leasing ?? Executive Construction Inc. ?? Gensler ?? J.P. Morgan #HardTech #Innovation #ChicagoTech #FourthRevolutionAwards #mHUB #Manufacturing #Startups #Collaboration

?? MedTech Midpoint Pitch: Advancing Innovation at mHUB! Startups in the MedTech Accelerator 2024 have been refining prototypes, validating clinical needs, and learning from mentors. At the Midpoint Pitch, they took the stage to share key milestones, early traction, and industry insights with experts and investors driving healthcare innovation. A huge thank you to Endeavor Health, Baxter International Inc., and GE HealthCare for empowering the next wave of medical technology innovation! Swipe to relive the highlights! #MedTechAccelerator #HealthcareInnovation #MedTech #mHUB #Chicago

?? LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! ?? The highly anticipated Fourth Revolution Awards and mHUB HardTech Summit on March 6 is just a few days away. This exclusive two-part celebration is set to showcase visionary leadership and innovation in the region's hardtech and manufacturing landscape. ?? mHUB HardTech Summit (1:30 PM - 6:30 PM) ?? 40+ product demonstrations ?? 30+ startup pitches ?? Expert panels & fireside keynote Register now: https://hubs.la/Q039cgL80 ?? Fourth Revolution Awards (7 PM - 10 PM) ?? Celebrate the top hardtech entrepreneurs, organizations, and manufacturers driving impact in the region! Register now: https://hubs.la/Q039ccnQ0 Don’t miss your chance to connect, gain insights, and be part of this thriving innovation community. Tickets are selling fast! Register today to ensure you have a seamless check-in and branded event badge. Thank you, event sponsors:?Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois,?Clayco,?CSC Leasing,?Executive Construction Inc.,?Gensler?and?J.P. Morgan #Hardtech #Innovation #Manufacturing #mHUBevents #mHUB #FourthRevolutionAwards

?? Check out these upcoming events and workshops happening in the mHUB ecosystem: ?? The Next Evolution: Immersive Technology Industry Outlook ?? 3/05 @ 5:30PM ??https://hubs.la/Q03962BY0 ??mHUB: HardTech Summit ?? 3/06 @ 1:30PM ?? https://hubs.la/Q0395_790 ??mHUB: Fourth Revolution Awards ?? 3/06 @ 7PM ??https://hubs.la/Q03964-q0 ??Build Targeted Lists & Test your Value Prop in Clay (AI) ?? 3/10 from 12PM - 2PM ??https://hubs.la/Q039684N0 ??Co-Founder Connect - Speed Networking ??3/11 @ 4PM ?? https://hubs.la/Q039688l0 ??Illinois Future of Fuels ?? 3/12 @ 12PM ??https://hubs.la/Q0395ZSt0 ??Financial Modeling & Go-To-Market Terminology ?? 3/12 @ 1PM ??https://hubs.la/Q03968160 ??Founder Night Out ?? 3/13 from 6PM - 9PM ??https://hubs.la/Q0395_zc0 ??LTNtech Voices: Started From the Bottom Now We're Here ?? 3/13 from 5:30PM - 8PM ?? https://hubs.la/Q0395-nk0 ??AIMS Summit ?? 3/13 @ 8AM ??https://hubs.la/Q03967WC0 #mHUBevents #EcosystemEvents #ChicagoEvents #ChicagoTech #innovation #entrepreneurship #founders #startups #solopreneurs #makers #innovators

Quantum Innovation Arrives at mHUB! ?? Bluefors has joined mHUB to launch a shared quantum R&D lab, equipping innovators with the LD400 Dilution Refrigerator Measurement System—critical for advancing quantum computing, sensors, and communications. This addition strengthens Chicago’s quantum ecosystem, expanding access to world-class tools for researchers and startups. Exciting times ahead! ?? Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q038R5Hk0 #QuantumInnovation #DeepTech #Hardtech #mHUBChicago

Nearly 30 startups will be pitching live at the mHUB HardTech Summit on March 6, with more demonstration products in the mHUB prototyping labs. ?? Check out the lineup below and register today for an exclusive look at the early-stage solutions shaping core industries. Startup Stage – Live Pitches: ?? 2:30 - 3:30 PM | MedTech Articulate Labs, Wave Therapeutics, Palmplug, Madison Scientific Inc, Crimson Scientific, Nspire Co, Neuraura, Lemonaid Co, EndoShunt Medical, Vasowatch Inc ?? 3:30 - 4:30 PM | HardTech & SmartTech Stroma, FixturFab, OtterLocks, Fluid Reality, Skyello, Maxwell Labs, HOOPTEQ, SymGym, Inc., CALYX, Framewrks, ParentCo ?? 4:30 - 5:30 PM | Sustainability & Energy Sandbox Carbon, Kazadi Enterprises Ltd. Ltd, Tikal Industries Inc., EcoBriqs, Quasar Solar, NET Energy, Earthics, CryoCellar, Aeternal Upcycling ?? These founders and startups are driving real-world impact—don't miss your chance to experience their solutions firsthand. ?? Secure your spot and check out the full agenda with product demonstration companies here: https://hubs.la/Q038GqB60 #HardTech #Startups #Innovation #mHUB #HardTechSummit #mHUBevents

Get ready for an electrifying keynote at the 2025 mHUB HardTech Summit with none other than Tim Brown, Chair of IDEO & Vice Chair of the kyu Collective! - A global leader in innovation, creativity, and problem-solving. - The mind behind design thinking as we know it. - A speaker whose ideas have transformed industries worldwide. From revolutionizing business strategies to inspiring the next wave of hardtech disruptors, Tim Brown’s insights will challenge you to think bigger, design smarter, and innovate bolder. ? Don't just attend—be a part of the movement. March 6, 2025. ??? Secure your spot now: https://hubs.la/Q038g4ms0 Thank you, event sponsors: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Clayco CSC Leasing, Executive Construction Inc., Gensler and J.P. Morgan. #HardTechSummit #mHUBSummit2025 #DesignThinking #Innovation #TimBrown #mHUB

?? Member Milestone Alert! ?? Congrats to Articulate Labs, a participant in the mHUB MedTech Accelerator, for securing an AFWERX Phase I STTR grant. This funding will support collaboration with Air Force experts to explore how their medical devices address unmet needs in rehabilitation and military readiness. Congratulations to Josh Rabinowitz and the Articulate Labs team. #Innovation #MedTech #mHUB #AFWERX #StartupSuccess #MedicalDevices #mHUBMemberMilestone

Explore how the Midwest is leveraging collaboration to drive innovation and attract major investments. This panel of experts will discuss how cross-state partnerships are fueling advancements in climate and clean energy solutions, quantum research, and water sustainability—solidifying the region as a leader in emerging industries. MIDWEST RISING: How Collaboration is Leading to Big Bets and Big Investment | mHUB HardTech Summit Thursday, March 6 | 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM C ?? Panelists: ? Alejandra Y. Castillo, Former Secretary, Economic Development Administration ? Nina Dudnik, PhD, Chief Commercial Officer, Current Water ? Harley Johnson, Director and CEO, Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park ? Colleen Wright, VP Corporate Strategy, Constellation Moderated by: John Pletz, Technology Reporter, Crain’s Chicago Business Don’t miss this insightful discussion at #HardTechSummit—where collaboration fuels the future. ?? Register now: https://hubs.la/Q037BW080 Thank you, event sponsors: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Clayco, CSC Leasing, Executive Construction Inc., and J.P. Morgan. #HardTechSummit #mHUBEvent #Investment #Innovation #HardTech #mHUB

The mHUB MedTech accelerator sat down with Duane Mancini, M. Sc. and Jamie Easterling of Project Medtech to discuss the complexities of navigating the regulatory path and securing adoption. Some key takeaways were: ?? The FDA is made up of people—engage early and communicate clearly. ?? The simplest regulatory path isn’t always the best—investors prioritize long-term viability over shortcuts. ?? Impact matters—if your solution doesn’t drive clinical and financial results, adoption will be challenging. For more insights on these themes as well as introductions to early and growth stage startups in the space, don't miss the Project MedTech Midwest Showcase happening May 7 at mHUB. Register here: https://hubs.la/Q037gmCf0 #MedTech #Startups #Regulatory #Reimbursement