Program · Accelerator
mHUB Accelerator & Landis Family HardTech Development Fellows
mHUB Accelerator & Landis Family HardTech Development Fellows is mHUB's accelerator offering comprehensive support for hardware startups.
- Application state
- Accepting
Overview
What mHUB Accelerator & Landis Family HardTech Development Fellows offers
What mHUB Accelerator & Landis Family HardTech Development Fellows is
mHUB is the largest independent innovation center for hardware and hardtech in the United States, hosting multiple accelerator programs and a fellowship track. The organization provides comprehensive support for manufacturing, industrial IoT, medtech, energy tech, and sustainable manufacturing startups through access to $6M in equipment, expert mentorship, and capital. The core accelerator lasts 6 months with an additional 18 months of support, totaling 24 months of engagement.
Operational profile
Program status and context
Program status describes the program itself. Application availability and deadlines remain separate.
- Operational status
- Active
- Program type
- Accelerator
- Host organization
- mHUB
- Last reviewed
- March 16, 2026
What Accelerator means
An accelerator is a structured, short-term program designed to speed up a startup's progress toward product-market fit, traction, fundraising, or scale.
Open the glossary entryTerms and economics
Published program terms
- Investment
- $142,500
- Equity
- 6.5%
- Stipend
- $60,000
- Price
- Free
- Compensation
- Carry Share
Compensation and economics
Participants receive a direct investment of $142.5K in exchange for 6.5% equity, along with $60K in services and hardware.
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
mHUB focuses on supporting hardware and hardtech startups that drive innovation in manufacturing, energy efficiency, and medical technology. The program aims to enhance manufacturing competitiveness and sustainability through access to resources and mentorship.
Eligibility
Startups focused on hardware, industrial IoT, medtech, energy tech, and sustainable manufacturing are encouraged to apply.
Selection approach
Applications are open year-round with rolling cohorts. Interested startups can apply directly through the program's website.
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Sectors
- Energy
- Regions
- United States
- Audience
- Founders
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- In Person
- Main location
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Duration
- 24 weeks
- Engagement
- Full Time
Delivery model
The program is based in Chicago and requires in-person participation in its facilities.
Participation expectations
Participants are expected to commit full-time during the 6-month accelerator phase, followed by ongoing support for an additional 18 months.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Accepting
- Admissions
- Open
Published timeline
The program runs on 6-month cycles with an additional 18 months of follow-on support.
Application considerations
Applicants should clearly articulate their value proposition and how their technology addresses market needs. Engaging with mentors and leveraging available resources is crucial for success.
Value and support
What participation may provide
Publicly described support is context, not a guarantee of current delivery or future benefit.
What participants may receive
Participants gain access to $6M+ in prototyping equipment, 11 specialized micro-labs, over 100 hours of expert-led workshops, and a strong network of corporate partners.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
Since 2017, mHUB has supported over 100 startups that have collectively raised more than $2B in capital, demonstrating a high follow-on funding rate of 86%.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
mHUB Accelerator & Landis Family HardTech Development Fellows is published in Upseed as a accelerator program hosted by mHUB. Upseed treats the Program and its host Organization as separate records so each can have its own status and sources.
Source and update disclosure
Know what this page is based on
Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 16, 2026
Known limits
Terms, deadlines, and application states can change. Confirm current details at the published destination before acting. Upseed does not yet classify every Program destination as official.
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