Target Accelerators
Overview
Target Accelerators is the corporate accelerator arm of Target Corporation, designed to discover and support emerging and innovative companies. It operates several distinct programs, including 'Target Forward Founders' for early-stage CPG companies and 'Target Takeoff' for mature brands ready to scale into mass retail. The programs provide startups with mentorship, retail education, resources, and potential placement on Target's shelves, sometimes including stipends or equity investment. The initiative has supported a wide range of companies in sectors like food and beverage, beauty, personal care, and retail technology. The provided investments in Lil Bucks (2021 Takeoff Accelerator) and Unbxd (2014 India Accelerator) are confirmed through public announcements.
Portfolio Companies
24
Website
targetaccelerators.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stylumia | Aug 2019 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Square Baby | Aug 2022 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Nopalera | Oct 2022 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Better Chew | May 2023 | Accelerator | Lead |
| Huppy | - | Accelerator | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Target Accelerators based?
Target Accelerators is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
When was Target Accelerators founded?
Founding year information for Target Accelerators is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Target Accelerators have?
Target Accelerators has 24 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Target Accelerators's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Stylumia, Square Baby, Nopalera, Better Chew, Huppy.
What was Target Accelerators's most recent investment shown here?
Target Accelerators's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Better Chew in 2023.
What sectors does Target Accelerators focus on?
Target Accelerators focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability.
What company stages does Target Accelerators focus on?
Target Accelerators typically invests at the Early stage.