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Overview

2020 was certainly a year that called for innovation and new thinking. But due to travel limitations, many companies struggled to connect with the early-stage startup companies that are most likely to bring real innovation to retail. 

In response to the disruption of 2020, GMDC|Retail Tomorrow is launching the Startup Mic-Drop series, a 2021 program that will allow our members and industry participants to easily discover the most innovative startups. 

Future-Facing Selfcare

Increasing consumer awareness of Selfcare opportunities and occasions are merging with in-store technologies to create new solutions for personal wellness and the in-store experience.  In this session, we’ll explore the product innovations that are driving Selfcare category growth in retail, tomorrow.

What to Expect

• A one-hour session
• Five 5-minute pitches from innovative product startups
• A panel of industry executives serving as judges and offering real-time feedback to the founders and innovators will select a winner who will participate in the Startup Showdown at the end of the year
• The overall champion of the Showdown will be awarded a $10,000 prize and the winning product concept will receive a test distribution pilot on Boxed.com
• All registered viewers of the events will have the opportunity to have further one-on-one discussions with any startup of interest

Meet the Startups

• Kegelbell – the most powerful kegel exercise weight set on the market
• ReCoup Fitness – versatile products that combine compression and temperature therapy for muscle pain and workout recovery
• Mimijumi – the anti-colic baby bottle
• Nouri – probiotic and immunity-enhancing dietary supplements
• VendRx – automated prescription dispensing service for retailers and health & wellness provider locations