9Square Ventures has been focused on connecting with pet care startups since 2014. Our mission is to leverage Purina’s knowledge, experience, and financial resources to help emerging pet care startups scale their businesses and make a positive impact on the lives of as many pets and their owners as possible.
• Production
• Packaging
• Material Suppliers
• Manufacturers
• Distributors
• Material Suppliers
• Insights
• Agency Partners
• Promo Activities
• Financial Consulting
• Employment Consulting
• Legal Consulting
• Investors
• Entrepreneurs
• Mentors/Advisors
• Omni-Channel
• Pricing
• Shopper Analytic
The Pet Care Innovation PRIZE is an annual competition that awards five early stage startups with category knowledge and access to resources.
The Pet Care Innovation Network serves the founders of pet care startups with access to industry leaders, investors, peer support, founder education, and networking events.
23 years of experience in M&A, banking, strategy and investment activities across a diverse set of industries with a focus on technology and Pet Care.
22 years pet industry experience in marketing, product development, business development and leadership of brands, portfolios, and innovation and corporate strategy teams.
9 years of experience founding, leading, and scaling businesses in the CPG and Pet Category.