mHUB Fourth Revolution Awards
Celebrate the Midwest’s Hardtech and Industrial Visionaries
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.
Each year, the awards bring together leaders from across the manufacturing and tech ecosystems to recognize excellence in product innovation, entrepreneurship, impact, and more. From early-stage startups to established industry disruptors, the Fourth Revolution Awards spotlight those making U.S. manufacturing more resilient, sophisticated, and celebrated.
Please note: registration includes access to the mHUB HardTech Summit
The Event Program:
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Cocktails & Appetizers
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Remarks & Award Announcements
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM | Dinner & Networking
Each year, mHUB presents honorary awards based on exemplary leadership at the forefront of digital and technological transformation within manufacturing.
Manufacturer of the Year: Coming soon
Corporate Champion: Coming soon
Community Empowerment Award
Excellence in Engineering Award
Innovation of the Year
Rising Star Award
Small & Medium-Sized Manufacturer of the Year
Learn more about the finalists
Be Inspired at the mHUB HardTech Summit
Before the awards ceremony, explore the future of hardtech at the mHUB HardTech Summit. With startup pitches, panels, and product showcases, this is your destination for thought provoking experiences and inspiration.
Key highlights:
30+ startup-pitches
3 panel conversations + a closing keynote
40 hardtech product demonstrations
Endless networking
Your Fourth Revolution Awards ticket automatically registers you for both events.
Thank you, event sponsors: Bank of America, ECI Foundation, Nicor Gas