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Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
London, United Kingdom
Countries of investment
  • USA
  • United Kingdom
  • India
  • China
  • Brazil
  • Germany
  • South Africa
Investment stages
  • Seed
  • Series A
  • Series B
  • Growth
Industries
  • Sustainability
  • Beauty Tech
  • Personal Care
  • E-Commerce
  • Consumer Products
  • Digital Innovation
  • Health & Wellness
About
Unilever Ventures invests in early-stage startups that are developing innovative products and services in the beauty, personal care, and home care sectors. The firm focuses on companies that offer sustainable, eco-friendly, and consumer-focused solutions. Unilever Ventures works closely with its portfolio companies, providing them with access to Unilever’s global supply chain, distribution networks, and market insights, to help scale their innovations and bring new products to market that meet the evolving needs of consumers worldwide.
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$500K
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$2M
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Investment Thesis

Unilever Ventures invests in early-stage companies that are pioneering innovative products and services in the beauty, personal care, and home care sectors. The firm focuses on startups with sustainable and impactful solutions that align with Unilever’s consumer product portfolio.
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Manager's Experience

The Unilever Ventures team has over 15 years of experience in consumer goods and sustainability. The team combines deep expertise in both corporate venture capital and innovation, focusing on sustainable brands, e-commerce, and technology that drives consumer-centric solutions.

Unilever Ventures Contacts Information

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Team

Olivier Garel – CEO & Managing Partner

Anna Larsen – Investment Director

Elodie Elias – Investment Manager

Alex MacDonald – Principal

Rachel Zachary – Associate

Tom Adams – Portfolio Director

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