Kimberly-Clark is actively seeking innovative startups across more than 35 critical focus areas such as Digital Health, Sustainable Packaging, and Smart Hygiene Solutions. Selected startups will have the unique opportunity to pitch their solutions at a Demo Day to Kimberly-Clark executives, with the goal of initiating pilot projects or forming strategic partnerships. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in consumer health and wellness and are ready to explore potential collaborations with a global leader, we strongly encourage you to apply here

Application Deadline: October 31st | Demo Day to be Held November 18th at 9am CST

What Kimberly-Clark Seeks in Startups:

Kimberly-Clark is on the lookout for startups at various stages of development, from pre-seed to growth-stage companies, to foster innovation across its global operations. Here’s what we are looking for:

  • Stage Versatility: Kimberly Clark is open to engaging with startups from the initial pre-seed stage through to more developed growth-stage companies.

  • Traction: While some level of traction is advantageous, it is not a strict requirement. They are interested in startups that show potential for impact and scalability.

By maintaining a broad scope in their search, they aim to discover diverse innovations that can integrate with and enhance their extensive array of personal care and health solutions.

Focus Areas

• Sleep - Innovations that help improve sleep quality and hygiene.
• Skin Health - Solutions that evaluate, prevent, treat, and improve skin health.
• Baby Wellbeing and Development - Technologies that aid in baby development and care.
• Feminine Wellness - Products that enhance women's health, including menstrual and menopausal health.
• Active Aging - Solutions that help aging adults maintain independence and wellness.
• Potty Training Tools - Tools and gamification methods that assist in child potty training.
• Microbiome - Innovations focused on understanding and improving the microbiome.
• Reusable Absorbent Hygiene Garments - Sustainable alternatives to disposable hygiene products.
• Quantified Odor - Technologies that measure and manage odors for health and cleanliness.
• Computer Vision for Fit - Advanced imaging solutions for product sizing and fit.
• Consumer Insights - Tools that derive actionable insights from consumer data.
• Innovation Tools - Solutions that streamline innovation and research processes.
• Unique Product Tracking - Systems to track products throughout the supply chain.
• Home Product Inventory Management - Tools to manage and replenish household products.
• In-home Product Utilization - Insights on how consumers use products in their homes.
• Thermal Comfort - Technologies to maintain comfortable temperatures within products.
• R&D Lab of the Future - Innovations that enhance research and development capabilities.
• User Detection - Solutions that monitor facility usage for maintenance and restocking.
• Digital Signage - Digital solutions for displaying public and office restroom statuses.
• Facility Wayfinding - Technologies that provide location and movement data within facilities.
• Autonomous Servicing - Devices that autonomously clean and service facilities.
• Augmented Reality Servicing Tools - AR tools to aid in servicing consumable dispensers.
• Disposable Passive Tags - Low-cost, disposable tags for product tracking.
• Sustainability I - Solutions that focus on natural fiber waste recovery and quality control.
• Sustainability II - Innovative ways to decrease the environmental impact of product disposal.
• Body Fluids - Technologies that provide insights from body fluids for health monitoring.
• Digital Experiences - Digital services that support child development and wellness.
• Total Value Modelling - Tools that evaluate the business value of new product offerings.
• Disposable Sensing - Ultra low-cost sensing systems embedded in disposable products.
• Garment Sensing - Sensing technologies for reusable garments.
• Packaging - Packaging innovations that enhance product engagement and functionality.
• High Speed Digital Printing - Technologies for efficient printing directly on products.

Why Kimberly-Clark

As a global leader in personal care products, Kimberly-Clark brings invaluable resources and expertise to startups aiming to innovate in the health, wellness, personal care, supply chain and sustainability sectors. By partnering with Kimberly Clark, startups could gain access to mentorship from seasoned industry experts, expansive distribution networks, and the opportunity to scale solutions at a global level. Their collaborative approach ensures that startups not only receive guidance in refining and executing their ideas but also enjoy the benefits of strategic partnerships that can lead to broader market reach and enhanced product development.

 

What We’re Looking For

Applications are welcome from startups headquartered anywhere in North America. We specifically invest in climate and sustainability-related companies.

Growth Readiness

With Kimberly-Clark's robust expertise in product innovation, global marketing, and strategic partnerships, we seek startups that are on the brink of scaling their impact. If your startup is at a stage where our expansive network, resources, and sector-specific expertise can catalyze your growth, we encourage you to apply.

Scalable Business Model

Our focus is on startups that demonstrate potential for significant economic impact within the sectors of health, wellness, and personal care. If you are already generating revenue or have a clear pathway to increased market adoption, particularly in areas that align with Kimberly-Clark’s core businesses, your venture could be an excellent match for this accelerator program.

Passionate and Dedicated Founders

Building a successful business, especially in the competitive consumer goods industry, demands not only passion but also resilience. Kimberly-Clark supports entrepreneurs who are driven to innovate and lead in their respective fields. Given our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we particularly welcome founders from underrepresented groups, who bring essential perspectives and solutions to meet diverse consumer needs effectively.

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