Hope Hydration Is Rebuilding the Water Fountain for the 21st Century - Just Raised $20M in Series A Funding
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In this episode of Disruptors for GOOD, host Grant Trahant speaks with Jorge Richardson, co-founder and CEO of Hope Hydration, a startup on a mission to make free water universally accessible—powered by beautiful, connected hardware and backed by advertisers.
Fresh off a $20 million Series A funding round, Jorge shares how Hope is transforming how people interact with hydration infrastructure by combining smart IoT technology, elegant design, and ad-driven revenue models.
Their refill stations are already popping up in airports, stadiums, and major cities, with big plans ahead.
It’s a powerful mix of hardware, software, and social impact, and Jorge and his team are already making waves in cities like New York, LA, and Miami.
If you're into climate solutions, smart cities, or just love hearing how bold ideas come to life, this episode is for you.
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