The Unilever Foundry

Launched in 2014, The Unilever Foundry is the corporate innovation arm of Unilever, designed to be a single entry-point for startups and scaleups seeking to partner with the company's 400+ global brands. Its mission is to pioneer the future by identifying and collaborating with emerging companies that offer innovative technologies, new business models, and a focus on sustainability. The Foundry facilitates paid pilot projects, provides mentorship from Unilever's experts, and can lead to strategic partnerships or investment from Unilever Ventures, the company's venture capital arm.