Unilever Ventures

Unilever Ventures Limited serves as the investment arm of Unilever, focusing on venture capital and private equity investments. Established in 2002 and headquartered in London with an office in Mumbai, the firm targets various stages of investment, including seed/start-up, early stage, late stage, and expansion, while avoiding incubation phases. It primarily invests in sectors such as personal care, digital media, e-commerce, healthcare, and technology, with a particular interest in food and beverage, beauty, and wellness services. Unilever Ventures typically invests between $0.5 million and €10 million, seeking both majority and minority stakes in portfolio companies, and often takes board seats. The firm emphasizes investments in companies based in Asia and Europe, particularly Western Europe, while also considering opportunities in North America. In addition, it collaborates with The Unilever Foundry to offer technology innovators access to pilot projects and mentorship.