Convenience, sustainability and inclusivity are some of the major themes that can be seen across the top July 2018 new ventures. When it comes to making life simpler for consumers, start-ups—and well-established companies that embrace innovation—are turning to everything from autonomous delivery program partnerships to clothing buy-back programs that help to tackle the issue of textile waste.
In order to spotlight the contributions of women in different industries, inclusive comedy clubs and wine bars are being launched to celebrate the important work that they do in male-dominated realms.
With the rise of cashless transactions, a new wave of debit and credit cards are emerging in the form of physical cards made of everything from rare metal to ocean plastic. Some digital wallet providers are even launching their own physical payment cards as a means of offering a transitional product for those who still prefer to carry a physical wallet and plastic cards.
Top 35 New Venture Ideas in July
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Free-From Produce Lines
Eden Green Technology's Crisply Makes Locally Grown, Fresh-Picked Produce
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DIY Produce Kits
'Aggressively Organic' Aims to Make Indoor Farming Accessible & Affordable
33
Convenient Cafe-Style Laundromats
The Celsious is a Laundromat in Brooklyn, Owned by Two Sisters
32
Minimalist Leather Card Sleeves
Baron Fig Expanded Its Business to Luxury-Inspired Leather Goods
31
Cosmetic Microtreatment Bars
Alchemy 43 is a Chain Specializing in Anti-Aging Injections
30
Dark-Lit Elegant Restaurant Interiors
Workstead Focuses on Modernity & Darkness for Its Project
29
Same-Day Autonomous Deliveries
Kroger is Teaming Up with Self-Driving Car Start-Up Nuro
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Summer-Ready Flavorful Organic Sodas
Red Bull Organics Has No Artificial Ingredients in Its Recipe
27
Collaborative Subscription Boxes
FabFitFun and Pinterest Teamed Up for a Limited-Edition Box
26
Essential eCommerce Fashion
Amazon's Private-Label 'Meraki' Offers Classic Styles & Quality Fabric
25
Easy Aluminium Recycling Initiatives
Recycling Nespresso Capsules is Super Efficient with This Bag
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Ocean Plastic Credit Cards
American Express and Parley's New Credit Card Aims to 'Keep it Blue'
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Engagingly Innovative Discovery Groups
VRTO is a Collective That Explores Digital Landscapes
22
Curated Sneaker Marketplaces
eBay is Launching Its First-Ever Community Sneaker Drop
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P2P Residential Buildings
This Airbnb-Friendly Building Benefits Building Owners & Residents
20
Startup-Focused Credit Cards
Brex Has Launched a Startup Credit Card for a New Era of Business
19
Business Co-Founder Networks
'coHounder' Helps Entrepreneurs Find Co-Founders for Businesses
18
Hotel-Integrated Home Assistants
The Alexa for Hospitality Program Brings Amazon into Hotels
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Clothing Buy-Back Programs
John Lewis is Testing a Service to Reclaim Unwanted Clothing
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Rare Metal Debit Cards
The Acorns Spend Card is Made from Tungsten
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Cooking Show Host Pizzerias
The Pioneer Woman is Set to Open a Pizza Shop Called P-Town Pizza
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Consolidated Scuba Diving Platforms
The 'Planet Deepblu' Platform Offers Enhanced Booking Services
13
Subscription Flight Services
Teleport Subscriptions Offer Quick, Cheap Flights Between SF and LA
12
Contemporary Bookstore Concepts
Athenaeum is a Millennial-Created Library-Themed Destination
11
Firearm-Free Investment Funds
BlackRock is Allowing Clients to Invest in Gun-Free Funds
10
Free Shipping Commerce Apps
The Mercari App Makes It Easy to Buy and Sell One's New or Used Items
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Community-Engaging Urban Challenges
Pittsburgh Undertakes Ford's City of Tomorrow Challenge
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Sports Fan Cryptocurrencies
Havas Blockchain Launched a Cryptocurrency-Based Fan Loyalty Program
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Inclusive Wine Bars
Lady of the Grapes Boasts a Collection of Female-Produced Wines
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Payment App Debit Cards
The Venmo Debit Card Gives Users of the App a Physical Payment Option
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Electric Vehicle Pilot Projects
The Uber Electric Car Project Incentives Electric Vehicle Usage
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Ephemeral App Tickets
SeatGeek Now Sells Event Tickets Directly from Snapchat
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Chat Service Cryptocurrencies
The Kin Rewards Engine is Designed to Keep Users Committed
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Feminist Comedy Clubs
The Ruby LA is a Feminist and Inclusive Comedy Theater and School
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Communal Bicycle Insurance
'Laka' Offers Low Premiums Through "Crowd Insurance"
Related Ideas
Unapologetic Women-Centric Campaigns
O Positiv Health Hosted an Empowering Event in New York
Luxury Handbag Subscription Tiers
Zero Collective Offers the Handbag Club Membership
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Luxury Menswear Apparel Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton's Soho Pop-Up Showcases the Fall/Winter 2025 Vision
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Curated Woman-Forward Snacks
Here Here Market Boasts the Female Founders Gourmet Snack Basket
Global Social Impact Initiatives
Reckitt Expands Its Catalyst Program in the US
Luxury Eyewear Pop-Ups
Prada Opens an Immersive Eyewear Boutique at The Grove
Branded Power Banks
Reale Actives Created a Wireless Battery Pack for Recharging on the Go
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Vertical Pizza Boxes
Pizza Hut UK Paraded a First-of-Its-Kind Pizza Box on the Streets of London
Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Agri/Culture by Little Red Door Explores Agricultural Methods
Wine Upcycling Projects
Rewine by Buvons Nature Turns Its Leftovers into Food
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Gamified Financial Education Initiatives
TD Bank and the Venture Valley Creators Partner
Social-First Local Shopping Schemes
Shop Local by Tiktok Shop Makes Homegrown Goods Accessible
Takeout-Style Serum Sets
Glow Hub’s Skin Sips to Go are Packaged Like Cups in a Carrier
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Connected Grocer Shopping Carts
The New Amazon Dash Cart is Arriving at Whole Foods Market
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Fragrance-Focused Innovation Challenges
Indovinya Runs an Open Call for the Personal Care Industry
Gen Z-Targeted Wine Campaigns
The I heart kinda Summer Campaign is Launching Soon
Girl Dinner Experiences
Waverly Kitchen + Bar Curates Shareable Comfort Food Plates
Reusable Packaging Grocery Stores
Nude Foods Market Packs Foods in Returnable Glass Jars
Spring Skincare Sampling Boxes
The NewBeauty Spring 2026 TestTube Box is Curated
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Urban Food Hubs
M&S Expands City Stores with Bakery, Coffee, Sushi, and Fresh Food
AI-Powered Greeting Card Services
Escargot Launches Escargot App to Send Physical Cards
Streamlined Wedding-Focused Retail Experiences
The Knot Worldwide Boasts New WeddingPro Features
Long-Term Premium Travel Partnerships
Via Carota Craft Cocktails & Blade Enhance Experiences
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Automated Venture Building Platforms
OpenAI Introduced the Startup-in-a-Box Proposal
Throwback Grocery Campaigns
Economic Nostalgia Inspired Instacart's Summer Like It’s ‘99
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Women-Focused Business Grants
Mastercard Opened Its Small Business Fund 2026 to Canadian Women
Collectible Design Platforms
The Side Hustle Gallery by Kelly Wearstler Expands Collectible Design
Video Business Cards
Vidcard Helps to Make Connections and Leave a Lasting Impression
Adult Social Clubs
Social Club 150 Offers In-Person Events to Connect Adults in Their 40s - 60s+
Autonomous Plant-Based Pop-Ups
Okay's Easy Switch Pop-Up Makes Plant-Based Options Accessible
Plant-Based Dessert Expansions
Over the Moo Emphasizes Indulgence & Health-Conscious Recipes
Next-Gen Crowdfunding Platforms
Indiegogo Introduced Advanced Creators Tools, Verification & More
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Plant-Based Private Label Entrees
The ALDI Plant Menu Range Has Been Beefed Up for Veganuary
Chef-Crafted Vegetable Blends
Diane von Furstenberg Launches OKO
Boutique Jewelry Concepts
Rocksbox is Expanding Its Presence in Metropolitan Areas
Lightweight Restaurant Apps
Curate Boosts Restaurant Loyalty with No-Download Apple App Clips
Children's Beauty Products
Olive & June Expands into Kid-Sized Press-On Nails
Throwback Cardholder Pop-Ups
Tesco's Club Card Pop-Up is Exclusively for Clubcard Members
Radically Transparent Food Models
The Open Food Company Launches a $3M Seed Round
Fintech Mobile Plans
Cash App Launches an Unlimited 5G Phone Service
Idea Repository Books
Business Ideas Database Curates Proven Business Opportunities At Scale
Early-Stage Global Innovation Competitions
Red Bull Basement 2026 is Accepting Applications
Seasonal Cocktail Solution Platforms
Lucas Bols Launches Its Stock Your Home Bar Incentive
Curated Newspaper Storefronts
Shreeji Unveiled 'The Village News' as an Offline Summer Ritual
Female Athlete Wellness Programs
Muse Capital Launched Its Optima Program for Sports Performance
Culinary Tradition Food Campaigns
The Merchant Gourmet 'Yes Chef!' Campaign is Running Now
Circular Fashion Creator Programs
Visa and GFA Support Emerging Regenerative Designers
Nutrition Ecosystem Restaurants
Fork to Fit Kitchen links meals, fitness, and wellness tracking
Collaborative Packaging Development
UNITED CAPS Launches Live Packaging Co-Creation Sessions
Beauty Entrepreneurship Incubators
Estée Lauder Companies Expanded Its India Innovation Initiative
Dairy-Focused Startup Accelerator Programs
California Milk Advisory Board & VentureFuel Partner
Artisan Fashion Incubators
Ibu Atelier Supports Women-Led Heritage Craft Businesses
Curated Grocery Platforms Rise
FirstClub Launches Its Curated Grocery Platform
Food-as-Medicine Platform Expansions
Fresh Connect Now Offers Four Benefit Cards and an App
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Startup Idea Newsletters
Easy Startup Ideas Delivers Business Roadmaps For Aspiring Founders
Convenience-Focused Summer Salads
Gardencup Boasts New Offerings for the Summer
Tech-Friendly Beach Chairs
PayPal's Tech-Chairs Upgrade the Classic Deckchair with Smart Features
Consumer-Driven Juice Bar Menus
The Latest Clean Juice Menu Focuses on Nutrition and Flavor
Regional Discovery Dining
Wine Bar Highlights Lesser-Known Regions Through Monthly Tastings
Book-Themed Bar Concepts
Book Bar is an Upcoming Destination for Shopping, Eating & Connecting
Restaurant-Supporting Loyalty Platforms
inKind Boasts Its Successes on Its 10-Year Anniversary
Menu Discovery Challenges
Original ChopShop's Feel Good Foodie Challenge Rewards Menu Exploration
Personalized Wine Retail Apps
Virgin Wines Launches Its Virgin Wines Mobile App
Plant-Based Recipe Kit Meals
GRUBBY and Bosh Partnered to Help Consumers Celebrate Veganuary
Sustainable Luxury Packaging
Silverhand Estate Pairs Premium Wine with Reusable Packaging
Plant-Powered Superfood Meals
GRUBBY's Plant Points Menu Helps People Eat 30 Unique Plants Weekly
Creator-Led Beauty Commerce
Amazon India Combines Creator Content and Beauty Shopping
Gaming Startup Accelerator Programmes
iGB L!VE Announces iGB Startups Accelerator and Pitch iGB
Tax-Focused Marketing Campaigns
Intuit Debuts the Second Iteration of 'Now This is Taxes'
Online Luxury Lifestyle Shops
Quince Gourmet Food & Wines is Launching in Time for the Holidays
Women’s Drinks Mentoring Programmes
Wonderworks Launches Wonder Women with Fox in the Well
Circular Fashion Platforms
eBay Acquired Depop to Grow Its Fashion Resale Ecosystem
Women-Focused Sports Stores
The Women’s Sports Store Can Be Accessed Digitally in the UK
Embedded Safety Networks
‘Ask for Angela’ Builds Retail-Based Support Systems Across Toronto
Nourishing Personality-Packed Combos
The New Summer Jamba Bundles Tap into Popular Personas
Galentine’s Hosting Kits
HelloFresh and Betches Media Curated The Galentine’s Dinner Edit
Stylish Shopping Trolleys
Roulette Carts Transforms Grocery Shopping with Designer-Like Trolleys
Multi-Brand Digital Gift Cards
On Me Uplevels Tired, Outdated Gift Card Experiences
Women Wealth Profiles
Millionaires List Showcases Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs And Their Paths
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Curated Pet Subscriptions
Genius Dog's Limited Monthly Boxes Create Moments Between People & Pets
Empathy-First Loyalty Playbooks
SumUp's CEO Highlights Main Street Tactics For Tech Loyalty
Community Hub Convenience Stores
Co-op turns local stores into delivery and service hubs
Social Finance Ecosystems
Venmo blends payments, rewards, and social discovery features
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
Retailer-Led Climate Working Groups
Thrive Market Launches Climate Action Working Group
Low-Cost Shirt Pop-Ups
Monzo's 1p Shop Lets Football Fans Pick Up an Official Kit for a Low Price
Elevated Brunch Menu Refreshes
Sixty Vines Introduced Its New Brunch Menu
Product Discovery Communities
MillionShip Turns Product Discovery Into A Playful Experiences
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Ad-Friendly Vertical Video Feeds
Instacart Debuts the Immersive Feed Feature on Its Platform
Ready-Made Brand Marketplaces
Brands Like These Sells One-Off, Agency-Quality Brand Kits
Startup Idea Discovery Tools
BuildList Delivers AI-Powered Market Insights For Entrepreneurs
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
Search-First Wallet Experiences
TNG Digital Unveiled Its TNG eWallet Homepage Redesign
Experience-Focused Retail Carts
Target Redesigned Shopping Carts for Comfort and Convenience
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Music Venue-Led Food Drives
The 9:30 Club Addresses Hunger and Food Waste
Creative-Empowering Sparkling Wines
Spritz 21 Launches its New Product at Hexham's Tannery Pub
Women-Led Camping Communities
Girl Camper Connects Women Through Outdoor Events and Camping Events
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Repurposed Community Hubs
Mooie Buurt Adds Value to Venues & Unites Locals During Off-Peak Hours
Checkout-Based Micro-Donations
Adyen and adidas expand donation features at checkout
Startup Banking Apps
Mercury Simplifies Financial Operations For Startups With Modern Banking
Mobile App Studios
Developer On Wheels Builds Family And Travel Apps From A Campervan Office
Retail Membership Ecosystems
Walmart+ Combines Delivery, Shipping, and Streaming Benefits
Creative Networking Tools
Designer Hikes Builds Community By Connecting Designers Outdoors
London Urban Stay Concepts
The July London Victoria Apartment-Hotel Designed for Digital Nomads
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Product Discovery Maker Communities
JustGotFound Helps Independent Products Reach New Audiences
Grant Discovery Platforms
Startup Grants Helps Founders Find and Apply For Non-Dilutive Funding
Flexible Meal Delivery Brands
Daily Harvest Launches an Optional Subscription Model for 2026
Meal Delivery Brand Advantages
Clean Eatz Kitchen Signals to Its Advantages in the Market
Plant-Based Wellness Digital Storefronts
The Sisters of the Valley Debuts a New Digital Storefront
Modernized Fleet Financial Systems
OpenWay and Visa Expand the Ready for Fleet with Fleet 2.0
Global Sourcing-Focused Innovation Events
Made-In-China.com Hosted the Amazing April 2026 Event
Cardholder Access Experiences
Visa Unlocks Early Access and VIP Perks at Top of the Rock
Digital Networking Tools
DigiBusinessCard Creates Shareable Wallet Cards With No Sign-Up Needed
Startup Essentials Bundles
The App Tool-Kit Helps Digital Creators Launch with the Right Tools
iPad Vision Self-Checkout Systems
VisioLab Launches Its AI-Powered iPad Checkout Interface