Beyond Venture Capital: Non-Traditional Partnerships Driving Innovation

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Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Beyond Venture Capital: Non-Traditional Partnerships Driving Innovation
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As part of The Engine's Tough Tech Week, join us at LeafLabs HQ on Wednesday October 29th.

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​Join Hidden River Group and LeafLabs during Tough Tech Week for a dynamic session exploring how alternative sources of funding through FROs, SBIRs, CRADAs, and MOUs—are fueling breakthroughs in climate, health, advanced systems, and beyond. This two-hour event begins with a casual networking mingle, followed by a high-energy panel featuring founders, investors, and scientists who are building world-changing technologies. We’ll dive into real-world stories of innovation, explore the strategic value of federal partnerships, and uncover pathways for scaling tough tech solutions. The session concludes with a technology showcase, offering attendees a chance to see tough tech innovations up close and connect directly with the people behind them.

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60th Boston Hardware Meetup at LeafLabs
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We're bringing together a community of people building physical products and hardware across Boston. From designers, founders, engineers, investors, and more, everyone is welcome!

Beyond Venture Capital: Non-Traditional Partnerships Driving Innovation

​Calling entrepreneurs and innovators!
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Beyond Venture Capital: Non-Traditional Partnerships Driving Innovation
Written by
As part of The Engine's Tough Tech Week, join us at LeafLabs HQ on Wednesday October 29th.

Register for the event here.

​Join Hidden River Group and LeafLabs during Tough Tech Week for a dynamic session exploring how alternative sources of funding through FROs, SBIRs, CRADAs, and MOUs—are fueling breakthroughs in climate, health, advanced systems, and beyond. This two-hour event begins with a casual networking mingle, followed by a high-energy panel featuring founders, investors, and scientists who are building world-changing technologies. We’ll dive into real-world stories of innovation, explore the strategic value of federal partnerships, and uncover pathways for scaling tough tech solutions. The session concludes with a technology showcase, offering attendees a chance to see tough tech innovations up close and connect directly with the people behind them.

​More about LeafLabs

​More about Hidden River Group

More articles

60th Boston Hardware Meetup at LeafLabs
Bring your latest build and demos to share!

Beyond Venture Capital: Non-Traditional Partnerships Driving Innovation

​Calling entrepreneurs and innovators!
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Beyond Venture Capital: Non-Traditional Partnerships Driving Innovation
Written by
As part of The Engine's Tough Tech Week, join us at LeafLabs HQ on Wednesday October 29th.

Register for the event here.

​Join Hidden River Group and LeafLabs during Tough Tech Week for a dynamic session exploring how alternative sources of funding through FROs, SBIRs, CRADAs, and MOUs—are fueling breakthroughs in climate, health, advanced systems, and beyond. This two-hour event begins with a casual networking mingle, followed by a high-energy panel featuring founders, investors, and scientists who are building world-changing technologies. We’ll dive into real-world stories of innovation, explore the strategic value of federal partnerships, and uncover pathways for scaling tough tech solutions. The session concludes with a technology showcase, offering attendees a chance to see tough tech innovations up close and connect directly with the people behind them.

​More about LeafLabs

​More about Hidden River Group

More articles

60th Boston Hardware Meetup at LeafLabs
Bring your latest build and demos to share!

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