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HCW Biologics

NASDAQ: HCWB

Miramar, US · Founded 2018 · Delaware corporation · 32 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors

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HCW Biologics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing fusion immunotherapeutics as first-in-class immunotherapies for autoimmune diseases, cancer, and senescence-associated dysplasia. It uses proprietary drug discovery platforms to create multi-specific cytokines, targeted immune checkpoint inhibitors, and immune-cell engagers, with lead candidates in commercial and clinical stages.

Founders & leadership

HCW Biologics was founded in 2018 by Hing C. Wong and Hing W..

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Hing C. WongCo-founder
HWHing W.
Hing W.inFounder & CEOHing W. has more than 15 years of experience adjusting and consulting on large-loss insurance claims for policyholders, and previously co-founded and sold his stake in a private adjusting firm. A finance graduate, he also consults for tech startups and works on real estate, hospitality, and property management ventures, with current projects including the claims-adjusting AI software Claim, Inc., Progress Coffee, and Cabana Club.
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Lee FlowersExecutive
RBRebecca Byam
Rebecca ByaminExecutiveRebecca Byam spent 15 years at PwC Deals advising on financial reporting, SEC filings, and accounting matters, and subsequently served as CFO at two early-stage companies where she managed capital raises and investor reporting. She also worked as a private equity investor and independent consultant focused on young companies.
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Peter RhodeinCSO / Vice President, Clinical Operations
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Peter SunNamed on SEC filing
NV
Nicole ValdiviesoNamed on SEC filing

Board

FMFred M. Middleton
Fred M. MiddletonBoard directorManaging Director at Sanderling Ventures
GW
Gary WinerBoard director
RS
Rick S. GreeneBoard director
LM
Lisa M. GilesBoard director
ST
Scott T. GarrettBoard director

Investors · 1

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$21.2M disclosed across 5 rounds · 2020–2026

$1.6MraisedAug 2026 · 4 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Hing C. WongExecutive Officer, Director
  • Rebecca ByamExecutive Officer
  • Peter RhodeExecutive Officer
  • Scott T. GarrettDirector
  • Rick S. GreeneDirector
  • Lisa M. GilesDirector
  • Lee FlowersExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$1.6M
Amount sold
$1.6M
First sale
Jul 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$4MraisedJun 2026 · 7 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Scott T. GarrettDirector
  • Lee FlowerExecutive Officer
  • Peter RhodeExecutive Officer
  • Lisa M. GilesDirector
  • Hing C. WongExecutive Officer, Director
  • Rick S. GreeneDirector
  • Rebecca ByamExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$4M
Amount sold
$4M
First sale
May 2026
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$6.9MraisedDec 2024 · 1 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Lee FlowersExecutive Officer
  • Gary WinerDirector
  • Rick S. GreeneDirector
  • Rebecca ByamExecutive Officer
  • Lisa M. GilesDirector
  • Scott T. GarrettDirector
  • Hing C WongExecutive Officer, Director
  • Peter RhodeExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$6.9M
Amount sold
$6.9M
First sale
Nov 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$2.5MraisedFeb 2024 · 6 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Hing C. WongExecutive Officer, Director
  • Rick S. GreeneDirector
  • Peter RhodeExecutive Officer
  • Lisa M. GilesDirector
  • Gary WinerDirector
  • Scott T. GarrettDirector
  • Lee FlowersExecutive Officer
  • Rebecca ByamExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$2.5M
Amount sold
$2.5M
First sale
Feb 2024
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$6.2MraisedOct 2020 · 9 investors · Biotechnology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Hing C WongExecutive Officer, Director
  • Peter SunDirector
  • Fred M. MiddletonDirector
  • Rebecca ByamExecutive Officer
  • Peter RhodeExecutive Officer
  • Nicole ValdiviesoExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$16M
Amount sold
$6.2M
First sale
Sep 2020
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2018
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HCW Biologics do?
HCW Biologics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing fusion immunotherapeutics as first-in-class immunotherapies for autoimmune diseases, cancer, and senescence-associated dysplasia. It uses proprietary drug discovery platforms to create multi-specific cytokines, targeted immune checkpoint inhibitors, and immune-cell engagers, with lead candidates in commercial and clinical stages.
Who founded HCW Biologics?
HCW Biologics was founded by Hing C. Wong, Hing W. in 2018.
Who are HCW Biologics's investors?
HCW Biologics's investors include Sanderling Ventures.
How much funding has HCW Biologics raised?
HCW Biologics has disclosed $21.2M raised across 5 rounds.
Where is HCW Biologics headquartered?
HCW Biologics is headquartered in Miramar, US.