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Accelerators Target Accelerators See programs Target Forward Founders Target Takeoff FAQs Alumni stories Alumni directory Learning centerToggle Navigation Menu See programs Target Forward Founders Target Takeoff FAQs Alumni stories Alumni directory Learning centerApplications for upcoming programs will open in 2024. Connect with the team and get free resources now. Tell us about your business Home PageAccelerate your retail potential Join over 300 alumni and take your business to the next level. Two retail accelerator programs with full-spectrum support Intended For Early-stage consumer packaged goods companies looking to learn and understand how to prepare for retail shelves. View program details Intended For Mature consumer packaged goods companies ready to scale their product for mass retail and prepare for long-term success. View program details Scale your brand with full-spectrum support from Target’s retail accelerator programs for CPG startups. Industry-leading mentors Curated education A cohort of diverse, innovative founders 300 + Brands to date 30% of Target Takeoff alumni brands are now sold at Target 1/3 of alumni are Black‑owned brands 100% Target Forward Founders alumni would recommend the program Meet innovative entrepreneurs like you Sandro Roco, Sanzo | @drinksanzo Sabeena Ladha, Deux | @eatdeux There were just so many learnings, so many incredible opportunities, so many great connections that really you can’t get anywhere else. Trinity Mouzon Wofford, Co-founder and CEO, Golde Target Takeoff Beauty Alumni The program was beautifully curated, insightful, challenging and life-changing! All sessions were thoughtfully prepared and provided the tools and info needed to increase our retail knowledge Samantha CEO/Founder of New Breed Meats Forward Founders 2 After participating in the Target Accelerators program, I was able to inflect the trajectory of my business. It helped to put us on the map! Sandro Roco CEO/Founder of Sanzo Takeoff Food and Beverage 2021 See alumni stories Warren & Jenna Wilson, Bagelista | @bagelistabagels Trinity Mouzon Wofford, Golde | @golde Prepare for retail readiness with free resources Retail key terms Learn everyday retail key terms you can start using. Read the article Packaging for mass retail: Retail packaging tips to set your product apart Thinking about packaging your products for mass retail? Learn about how to set yourself up for success with these top tips and resources. Read the article Getting to know your customers: Effective tips for collecting, understanding and applying customer insights Customer acquisition is at the heart of any business as the unlock to grab attention, spark interest and convert customer curiosity into lasting connections and success for your brand. Score our expert Target tips. Read the article Contact us Target news © Target Accelerators Terms of use Privacy policy Tell us about your business Applications are currently closed but you can still tell us about your company. By sharing some details now, you’ll be one of the first to know when applications open next. In the meantime, we’ll send you free resources and tools to prepare you for the application process and beyond. What is your brand’s name? Primary contact email address Next step Get notified when applications are open Be one of the first to know when applications open next, plus we’ll connect you with all the tools and resources you need...