Procter & Gamble

Procter & Gamble is a leading American multinational consumer goods company founded in 1837, known for its extensive range of branded products that enhance everyday life. The company's offerings span various categories, including beauty, grooming, health care, fabric and home care, and baby, feminine, and family care. Prominent brands under its umbrella include Tide, Pampers, Gillette, and Olay, which are trusted by consumers around the world. Procter & Gamble operates globally, with a significant portion of its sales generated outside the United States. In India, Procter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Limited, a subsidiary, manufactures and sells personal health and hygiene products, including ointments, creams, cough drops, and feminine hygiene items under well-known brands like Vicks and Whisper. The company distributes its products through various retail channels, ensuring accessibility to a broad consumer base. With a commitment to improving consumer lives, Procter & Gamble continues to be a major player in the fast-moving consumer goods industry.

Uluc Ayik

Senior Vice President

Monica Boutchard

Vice President, Finance - ESG and Sustainability

Bryon Castleberry

Director of Commercial Innovation

39 past transactions

Group Black

Corporate Round in 2022
Developer of marketing and advertising platform designed to deliver content and promotion. The company's platform aims to solve the pipeline problem and develop more ways for brands to advertise among existing and emerging media companies, enabling businesses to embrace diversity in their organizations and connect with consumers.

Moodify

Series A in 2021
Moodify Ltd is a Tel Aviv-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing emotional well-being. The company has developed an innovative platform that employs artificial empathy to deliver cognitive behavioral therapy. By continuously gathering biometric data, Moodify's technology can respond in real-time to users' emotional states, thereby improving attention and fostering positive emotions. One of its key offerings, the Empathic Car system, enables vehicles to intuitively sense and address the emotional needs of drivers, utilizing scent technology to emit safe and non-intrusive signals that influence mood.

Grin

Seed Round in 2021
Grin is a digital orthodontic platform that connects patients with local orthodontists through a user-friendly app, facilitating teeth straightening for a diverse range of needs. Founded in 2019 and based in Oradell, New Jersey, Grin aims to provide accessible and high-quality orthodontic care by integrating modern technology with professional expertise. The platform allows for remote monitoring and virtual check-ins, enabling orthodontists to oversee treatment while minimizing in-office visits. This innovative approach not only enhances patient convenience but also improves operational efficiency for orthodontic practices. Grin's commitment to responsible care ensures that patients receive tailored treatment plans, resulting in effective and aesthetically pleasing outcomes.

Billie

Acquisition in 2020
Billie Inc. is a New York-based wellness company that specializes in manufacturing and retailing shaving products specifically designed for women. Founded in 2015, Billie offers a range of high-quality items, including razors, shaving cream, body wash, body lotion, and accessories like a magnetic holder and razor cartridges. The company is dedicated to providing affordable shaving solutions without the "pink tax," a term that highlights the extra charges often placed on women's grooming products. Billie's mission is to ensure that women receive the same level of attention and quality in shaving supplies that has traditionally been focused on men, promoting a more equitable approach to personal care.

THIS IS L

Acquisition in 2019
L. is dedicated to the rebellious notion that women everywhere deserve better. L. strives to bring accountability to the personal care aisle, sourcing certified organic cotton for period products and wipes, as well as natural rubber latex for condoms. L. is committed to increasing access to personal care products globally through it's solidarity model. That’s why for every L. product sold, one is made accessible to another woman or girl. Today, L. is on track to make over 200 million products accessible to women and girls around the world. L. is a certified B. Corporation and Y-Combinator graduate. Learn more about our movement at www.thisisL.com

Walker & Company

Acquisition in 2018
Walker & Company is a health and beauty products manufacturer based in Palo Alto, California. The company focuses on creating products specifically designed for people of color, offering a range of items including shaving kits and hair care collections tailored for coarse and curly hair. With an emphasis on consumer-centric design, Walker & Company aims to simplify the purchasing process for its community by providing an online portal that enhances the shopping experience. The company operates as a subsidiary of The Procter & Gamble Company, continuing its commitment to delivering quality products and exceptional customer service.

First Aid Beauty

Acquisition in 2018
First Aid Beauty, also known as FAB, is a manufacturer of beauty and skincare products based in Newton, Massachusetts. Founded in 2008, the company offers a diverse range of items, including cleansers, exfoliators, masks, moisturizers, serums, treatments, and eye and lip makeup products. Its product line addresses various skin concerns, such as aging, dryness, redness, eczema, acne, and uneven skin tone, and includes solutions for under-eye puffiness and sun protection. First Aid Beauty is committed to creating effective skincare solutions that are free of harsh chemicals and known allergens. The company distributes its products through a network of retailers and online channels. First Aid Beauty operates as a subsidiary of The Procter & Gamble Company.

Pressbox

Acquisition in 2018
Pressbox is out to change the way dry cleaning works in Chicago. Pressbox's mission is to bring into dry cleaning three things customers deserve: ease, technology, and great service. All while still delivering high quality cleaning at fair prices. First, drop off your laundry in of Pressbox's lockers at one Pressbox's locations. Second, text your locker number to Pressbox. Third, wait for an email from Pressbox telling you that your laundry is ready to be picked-up.

Merck

Acquisition in 2018
Merck KGaA, a German chemical and pharmaceutical company founded in 1668 in Darmstadt, is recognized as the world's oldest operating firm in its sector. The company operates under various brand names, including EMD Millipore in the U.S. and Canada, and EMD Serono in healthcare. It has a diverse portfolio that includes pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter health products, and materials for semiconductor manufacturing. Merck's Consumer Health division offers a wide range of products, including cough remedies and dietary supplements, available in over 100 countries. The company has a strong presence in Europe, which accounts for a significant portion of its sales. Merck also engages in financial services through its subsidiary, Merck Financial Services GmbH, which centralizes financing activities and manages cash flows for the group. Despite losing its U.S. subsidiary, Merck & Co., after World War I, the company continues to thrive globally across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Snowberry

Acquisition in 2018
Snowberry New Zealand Ltd., founded in 2007 and based in Auckland, New Zealand, specializes in premium anti-aging skincare products. The brand, created by cosmetician Soraya Hendesi, emphasizes a commitment to natural ingredients, avoiding harmful substances such as petrochemicals, parabens, and artificial colorings. Snowberry's formulations stand out by incorporating a unique blend of nature and science, featuring thirteen peptides, twelve super fruits, and a robust mix of twenty antioxidants. The company's product range includes body care, eye care, moisturizers, night care, and sunscreens, all designed to be sustainable, carbon-neutral, and cruelty-free. As of February 2018, Snowberry operates as a subsidiary of The Procter & Gamble Company.

Native

Acquisition in 2017
Native's aim is to create healthy and natural products that humans use every day. Our first product is Native Deodorant - a popular, USA handcrafted deodorant that is aluminum, paraben, talc, propylene glycol, and phthalate free. Aluminum is a toxin found in antiperspirants that is linked to breast cancer and Alzheimer's. Parabens mimic estrogen and disrupt your hormonal balance. Talc has been classified as a potential carcinogen. Propylene glycol is another form of antifreeze. Phthalates are found in cosmetics, but usually, plastics to increase flexibility. We never test on animals, except humans, and we are also gluten-free. Invest in yourself.

Arbora & Ausonia

Acquisition in 2012
Manufacturer and seller of hygiene products. The company provides a range of absorbent products for families, women and children, including diapers, wipes, sanitary towels, panty liners and adult incontinence products. It sells to the Spanish and Portuguese markets.

Amyris

Series D in 2010
Amyris, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2003. The company specializes in developing technology that creates microbial strains for the production of various high-value ingredients derived from renewable plant-sourced sugars. Its innovative platform enables the engineering of microbes to convert these sugars into products for the clean health and beauty, flavor and fragrance, and industrial markets, including cosmetics, solvents, lubricants, and fuels. Amyris operates under several brands, such as Biossance and Purecane, and is involved in biopharmaceutical drug discovery and production. Additionally, the company collaborates with the Infectious Disease Research Institute to advance vaccine development, including efforts related to COVID-19. Revenue is generated through the sale of renewable products, licensing of intellectual property, and collaborative research and development services.

Navigenics

Series C in 2010
Navigenics, Inc. helps educate and empower individuals and their physicians with knowledge of their genetic predispositions, and then motivates them to act on the information to prevent the onset of disease, achieve earlier diagnosis, appropriately manage disease, or otherwise lessen its impact. Navigenics' lead investors are Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers, Sequoia Capital and MDV-Mohr Davidow Ventures.

MDVIP

Acquisition in 2009
MDVIP Inc. is a healthcare company that offers a personalized program designed to help members achieve their health and wellness objectives through individualized coaching and guidance from primary care doctors across the United States. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, MDVIP aims to address the shortcomings of the traditional healthcare system, such as long wait times and overburdened physicians. Under its model, members pay an annual fee, allowing affiliated doctors to maintain smaller patient panels of up to 600 individuals. This structure facilitates a focus on preventive care and enhances the level of personalized attention each patient receives. MDVIP also provides physicians with essential resources to transition their practices to this model, ensuring they can deliver superior healthcare services.

Ambi Pur

Acquisition in 2009
Ambi Pur is a leading global air care brand.

ZIRH

Acquisition in 2009
Zirh is a super-premium male grooming brand that offers a range of skincare and shaving products specifically designed for men. The company's product lineup includes shave cream, shave lotion, pre-shave oil, beard oil, aftershaves, and shaving kits. Zirh products are available in high-end department stores, specialty outlets, and online, catering to a discerning clientele seeking quality grooming solutions.

The Art of Shaving

Acquisition in 2009
The Art of Shaving, LLC is a company that specializes in the development, production, and marketing of premium natural shaving and grooming products for both men and women. Its product line includes a variety of items such as shaving creams, pre-shave oils, after-shave balms, shaving soaps, and shaving brushes. In addition to its product offerings, The Art of Shaving operates retail locations that provide barber services and aromatherapy skin treatments, enhancing the overall grooming experience for its customers.

Nioxin Research Laboratories

Acquisition in 2008
Nioxin Research Laboratories, based in Lithia Springs, Georgia, specializes in the development and manufacturing of hair care products aimed at addressing thinning hair. The company offers a variety of innovative solutions that target the scalp to enhance the appearance of hair. Nioxin's product line includes cosmetics and other preparations designed for personal care, focusing on improving hair health and density.

A123 Systems

Series D in 2007
A123 Systems is a prominent developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries and energy storage systems. The company leverages innovative nanoscale materials initially developed at MIT to create its proprietary Nanophosphate electrode technology, which offers significant advantages over competing high-power technologies. A123's battery cells and electrode designs are engineered to reduce costs per watt and per watt-hour, while also providing higher voltage compared to other long-life battery systems. This results in lower overall pack costs and enhanced price-performance due to the batteries' long lifespan, which minimizes lifecycle costs. A123 Systems serves clients across various industries by delivering efficient power solutions that increase battery life and safety in electronic devices. Competitors in the space include Valence, Saft, and Lion Cells.

A123 Systems

Series C in 2007
A123 Systems is a prominent developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries and energy storage systems. The company leverages innovative nanoscale materials initially developed at MIT to create its proprietary Nanophosphate electrode technology, which offers significant advantages over competing high-power technologies. A123's battery cells and electrode designs are engineered to reduce costs per watt and per watt-hour, while also providing higher voltage compared to other long-life battery systems. This results in lower overall pack costs and enhanced price-performance due to the batteries' long lifespan, which minimizes lifecycle costs. A123 Systems serves clients across various industries by delivering efficient power solutions that increase battery life and safety in electronic devices. Competitors in the space include Valence, Saft, and Lion Cells.

DDFSkincare

Acquisition in 2007
DDF was created in 1991 it was a pioneering brand, one of the first retail skin care lines created by a top dermatologist

MarketTools

Series D in 2007
MarketTools, Inc., now part of MetrixLab BV, specializes in online marketing research software and services. The company provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed for market research, including Survey Manager for creating and analyzing online surveys, Panel Manager for managing market research panels, and Community Manager for facilitating online market research communities. Additionally, MarketTools offers a range of brand, media, and advertising research solutions, such as advertisement testing, campaign evaluation, and brand health monitoring. The firm also conducts innovation and shopper research, focusing on market exploration and in-store activation, as well as eBusiness performance research that includes usability testing and website performance monitoring. MarketTools caters to a diverse clientele, including banks, insurance companies, and consumer goods firms, both in the United States and internationally, employing advanced technology and research expertise to help clients understand their target customers effectively.

Gillette

Acquisition in 2005
Gillette Company specializes in producing and selling a wide range of personal care products for men. Founded in 1901 by King Camp Gillette, the company initially focused on safety razors and has since expanded its offerings to include both manual and powered razors, razor blades, and various shaving essentials such as gels, foams, and creams. In addition to shaving products, Gillette also provides skin care items, aftershave products, antiperspirants, deodorants, and body washes. The company aims to deliver skin-friendly goods to help customers maintain their hygiene and appearance. Since October 1, 2005, Gillette has operated as a subsidiary of Procter & Gamble, continuing its legacy in the personal care industry.

Wella AG

Acquisition in 2003
Wella AG is a major German hair care company headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

P&G-Clairol

Acquisition in 2001
P&G-Clairol, Inc. makes hair color products in the United States. The company offers permanent, demi-permanent, and semi-permanent hair colors.

Instill

Venture Round in 2000
As per the transaction announced on April 21, 2008, Instill Corporation was acquired by iTradeNetwork, Inc. Instill Corporation provides spend intelligence solutions for the foodservice industry. It offers supply chain information services, which automates the collection of transactional and process-oriented data from its customers trading partners. The company also provides a suite of hosted applications that helps its customers in managing various business processes, including trade spend management, food spend management, quality and regulatory compliance, promotion management, procurement, food safety, and vendor and product management. It offers its solutions to foodservice manufacturers, operators, and distributors. Instill Corporation was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in San Mateo, California.

Plumtree Software

Venture Round in 2000
Plumtree Software specializes in developing and marketing software products designed for the deployment of web applications. The company's flagship offering, the Enterprise Web Suite, encompasses a range of technologies, including portal, content management, collaboration, integration, and search functionalities. The Corporate Portal serves as a foundational framework for applications, fostering virtual community workspaces and integrating them into a unified web environment. Additionally, the Collaboration Server enhances teamwork by enabling project management, document sharing, and community discussions, while the Content Server facilitates the publication and management of web content. Plumtree's Search Server indexes diverse content, making it easily searchable, and the Studio Server provides tools for non-coders to create application components. The company also offers integration technologies that connect its portal to enterprise systems and provides various development, administration, deployment, and support services. Plumtree Software markets its products through a direct sales force and various partners across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in San Francisco, Plumtree Software operates as a subsidiary of Oracle Corporation.

Yet2

Venture Round in 2000
Yet2.com is a consulting firm that specializes in intellectual property and licensing services, catering to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and smaller technology firms. Founded in 1999, the company promotes Open Innovation through its online marketplace, which has attracted over 120,000 registered users. With offices in the United States, Europe, and Japan, Yet2.com has established a robust network of Open Innovation partners and maintains connections with various organizations, expert networks, and technology brokers across numerous countries, including Russia, China, India, and Brazil. This global reach enables Yet2.com to facilitate the commercialization of new technologies and support clients in navigating their open innovation journeys, thereby aligning their business growth objectives with available technological solutions.

Recovery Engineering

Acquisition in 1999
Recovery Engineering, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and markets small- scale drinking water systems.

The Iams Company, Inc.

Acquisition in 1999
The Iams Company, Inc. is a popular brand name for dog food and cat food manufactured by Spectrum Brands in Europe and Mars, Inc worldwide.

Tambrands

Acquisition in 1997
Tambrands Inc., along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets menstrual tampons, under the TAMPAX brand.

Avon - Giorgio Beverly Hills

Acquisition in 1994
Avon - Giorgio Beverly Hills is a provider of fragrance products.

Noxell Corporation

Acquisition in 1989
Noxell Corporation manufactures and markets perfumes, colognes, cosmetic, and toiletry products under CoverGirl brand name.

Richardson-Vicks

Acquisition in 1985
Richardson-Vicks is a provider of Pantene, Oil of Olay, Vidal Sassoon and Clearasil products.

Folgers Coffee

Acquisition in 1963
The Folger Coffee Company is a prominent manufacturer of packaged coffee products aimed at the retail grocery market. It specializes in a diverse range of offerings, including ground coffee, instant coffee, and single-use coffee pods. Folgers provides various options to cater to different consumer preferences, such as decaffeinated, cappuccino, and flavored coffees, as well as a selection of roasts that include mild, medium, and dark varieties. Through its product range, the company seeks to meet the needs of coffee drinkers by offering convenience and variety in their coffee choices.

Thomas Hedley Co

Acquisition in 1930
The Thomas Hedley Co. was a British company based in Newcastle upon Tyne manufacturing soap and candles.
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