Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. CT

The Fourth Revolution Awards celebrate hardtech founders and regional manufacturers for their leadership and innovation as the industry stands on the brink of a new technological revolution. The evening reception brings together industry leaders and nominees in each award category to celebrate advancement in hardtech innovation.

The Program:

• 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Cocktails & Appetizers
• 8:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Award Winner Recognition
• 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Live Entertainment and Dinner

The Awards:

• Community Empowerment
• Product Design of the Year
• Innovation of the Year
• Rising Star
• Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturer

In addition to the five awards that were open for public nomination, the following honorary awards will be given:

• Manufacturer of the Year: S&C Electric Company
• Corporate Champion of the Year: Kirkland & Ellis
• Fourth Revolution Champion: Chandra Brown

Event Sponsors:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
• Comcast Business
• Gensler
• OMRON
• Old National Bank
• World Business Chicago