Brand Incubation Focused on Founders of Color

Founded in 2016, Sephora Accelerate was launched with the intent of cultivating a community of innovative, inspirational founders in beauty. In early 2021, Sephora revamped the program to focus on brand founders of color, as part of its larger commitment to equity across all areas of the business and the 15 Percent Pledge. 

Through the Accelerate program, founders embark on a six-month journey featuring a robust curriculum, mentorship, merchandising support, potential funding, and investor connections to all participants – as well as having the opportunity to launch at Sephora upon completion of the program. 

For more information on the program, please visit SephoraAccelerate.com.

View 2023 Accelerate Yearbook (.PDF)