About
mHub is a 501(c)(3) mission-driven innovation center based in Chicago, Illinois, and the first U.S. facility dedicated exclusively to physical product development and hardtech commercialization. Since its launch in 2017, mHub has built a comprehensive ecosystem supporting early-stage hardware and manufacturing startups through a combination of infrastructure, capital, and industry partnerships. The organization operates a 6-month accelerator program followed by 18 months of continued support, mentorship, and lab access, focusing on rapid prototyping, manufacturability, supply chain management, and pilot deployment. mHub Ventures, the organization's investment arm, has deployed capital across 54 to 61 portfolio companies (depending on fund stage) with check sizes ranging from $100,000 to $750,000, concentrating on seed and early-stage rounds. The investment thesis prioritizes hardtech innovation aligned with measurable industry needs, with particular sector focus on sustainable manufacturing, industrial IoT, energy technology, and medical devices. mHub's broader community encompasses over 428 active and alumni companies supported by a talent network of engineers, designers, entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and institutional investors. Portfolio impact metrics are substantial: the community has generated over $430 million in aggregate revenue, launched more than 1,256 products, created 2,153+ direct employee positions, and raised approximately $1.04 billion in downstream capital. The organization maintains 24-month membership benefits including access to prototyping facilities, industry networking events, mentor matching, and investor network connections. mHub operates complementary service lines including HardTech Development Services, an R&D consultancy serving manufacturers, and has secured funding support from the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Commerce, and the Economic Development Administration, indicating strong government backing for its mission to strengthen domestic manufacturing innovation.