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For Onome Scott-Emuakpor, raising capital wasn’t an afterthought—it was the starting point. Before Hyphen Innovations even officially launched, he knew outside investment would be essential to achieving his vision: to make advanced, lightweight, high-performance parts faster and more affordably than anyone else in the industry.
Hyphen Innovations operates at the intersection of research and development, manufacturing, and design, building parts for some of the most demanding sectors in the world, including aerospace, automotive, and defense. But the company’s mission extends beyond technology itself. “We think things take too long. We think innovation itself takes too long. We’re going to create our own path—it’s going to be better, it’s going to be faster,” Scott-Emuakpor says.
That philosophy fuels everything Hyphen Innovations does. Large companies turn to them when they’re ready to break out of rigid processes that often slow down technological advancement. With Hyphen Innovations’ help, they can move faster, reduce costs, and regain a competitive edge.
The journey hasn’t been easy. Manufacturing and testing are capital-intensive endeavors, often requiring specialized equipment and a skilled team to operate it. “Getting capital was essential to ever accomplishing any of our goals,” Scott-Emuakpor explains. “We went after it very early.” Through that process, he discovered not only resilience but also a deeper understanding of leadership.
Today, Hyphen Innovations’ investors are more than financiers, they’re partners in innovation. They include experts in finance, law, and manufacturing, bringing not just capital but more than 200 years of combined experience to the table. That mix of funding and mentorship has helped Hyphen Innovations push the boundaries of what’s possible.
As Hyphen Innovations continues to scale, the Entrepreneurs’ Center (EC) remains a trusted partner in its growth. EC provides the network, guidance, and capital connections that help founders like Scott-Emuakpor turn bold ideas into scalable ventures. By connecting innovative startups with committed investors, EC plays a vital role in strengthening the region’s innovation ecosystem and ensuring founders have the support they need, when they need it most.
The result: a company built not only on technology but on vision, persistence, and the right partnerships. Hyphen Innovations is proving that with the right support, innovation doesn’t have to wait.
Progress happens faster when great minds build together. If you’re a founder looking for the right partners to help your business grow, let’s connect. If you’re an investor who wants to help empower the next generation of innovators, reach out here.
