Consumer Startups

Maniker is a South Korean poultry company producing fresh, frozen, and processed chicken products as well as gift sets, sold under premium brands such as Dakter's Nature and Cheongjeong Gangwon Dak. Founded in 1985, it raises chicken using eco-friendly farming methods and works with regional farms.

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Maniko sells premium UV gel nail strips as an at-home nail beauty product for consumers. The brand, known for popularizing the UV gel strips trend, is preparing to launch a US shop.

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Manitoba Harvest produces hemp-based foods and is expanding into seed-based health foods, drawing on over 20 years of experience in hemp agronomy and nutrition. It sells consumer food products directly to shoppers.

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Manitobah is an Indigenous-owned footwear brand that designs and sells moccasins and boots featuring traditional beadwork and floral artwork. The company sells directly to consumers online and positions itself as a global brand rooted in Indigenous culture.

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Manna Tree Partners is a growth-stage venture capital firm that invests $25M-75M in companies across supply chain focus areas with connections to human health. The firm builds balanced, risk-adjusted portfolios with companies that have strong market positions and clear exit paths.

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Manna Foods is an Indian food company that produces nutrient-rich food products including multigrain health drinks, millet-based cereals, baby foods, and instant mixes for various age groups. The company operates in the health and nutrition segment with a focus on quality ingredients and affordability.

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Manna Molecular develops cannabis and CBD products using scientific methods, creating transdermal patches, serums, lotions, and delivery systems for precise dosing and personalized therapy.

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Manors Golf designs and sells golf apparel, including clothing collaborations with brands like Reebok, combining traditional British style with performance fabrics for golfers.

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Manpuku Holdings is a Japanese holding company that acquires and operates restaurant and food-service businesses, taking over and turning around companies across chains such as sushi and other dining brands. It manages regional restaurant groups (e.g. Hokkaido, Kanto, Kyushu) and provides post-merger management, with expansion activities in Japan and the United States.

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Mantle is a skincare brand offering formulated products designed for daily use, including sun protection and targeted treatments for common skin concerns. The company serves consumers seeking lightweight, effective skincare solutions.

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ManyPets (formerly Bought By Many) is a pet insurance provider offering health cover and preventative medication for cats and dogs, serving pet owners in the UK and USA. The group also runs VetBox, a subscription service for flea, worm, and tick protection.

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Manzil provides financial solutions developed according to Islamic principles and Shariah law, serving clients seeking wealth management and financial services aligned with religious guidelines.

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MaOma produces natural body butter formulated with shea butter, mango butter, argan oil, and frankincense for skincare and self-care. The product is designed for all skin types and marketed as a vegan, naturally-sourced moisturizer.

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Mapianist is an online platform offering a collection of piano sheet music, including popular songs and works by featured artists, organized by difficulty level and updated with new artists periodically.

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Maple Media is a mobile media and technology company that acquires and operates consumer mobile apps focused on entertainment, productivity, and everyday life. It is based in Los Angeles.

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Mappo builds a location-based in-car app for automotive infotainment systems that delivers travel content such as stories, music, trivia games, fun facts, and riddles. The content is personalized to match a traveler's destination and route.

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Marbleverse offers a "spatial internet" platform where users and brands can place geo-located AR content — including videos, virtual tours, and NFTs — anywhere in the world and discover it in augmented reality. It targets both consumers and brands, requiring no code or subscription.

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Marble Stitches (Marble Apparel Ltd.) is a garment studio offering custom-made bridal wear, suits, and clothing for individuals and families, with a focus on guaranteed delivery deadlines and made-to-measure fit. It serves bridal couples, families, and individuals in Nigeria, operating from a studio in Lagos.

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Marble Distilling produces spirits using sustainable practices, including copper pot stills, 100% Colorado grains, and local sourcing. The company operates as a family-owned distillery focused on sustainability across its business model, supply chain, and community partnerships.

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Marcy Laboratories is a family-owned contract manufacturer and filler of fragrance products, including perfumes, colognes, eau de toilettes, hair and body mists, reed diffusers, and room sprays. It serves established and emerging fragrance brands from facilities in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

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Online store selling cosmetics products, including a makeup palette ("Actif New Essential Palette"). The site is a Korean-language e-commerce shop offering discounts on beauty items.

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Margaritaville at Sea is a cruise line operating island-inspired vacation cruises with onboard dining, entertainment, and bars, sailing from Florida ports including Palm Beach, Tampa Bay, and (from 2027) Miami. It operates under license from Margaritaville Enterprises via Classica Cruise Operator Ltd.

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Marginpar breeds, cultivates, produces and sells high-quality summer cut flowers such as Eryngium, Astrantia and Clematis, working with breeders and production partners on farms in Africa. It operates farms in Kenya and Ethiopia with commercial and logistics operations based in the Netherlands.

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Marie Claire is a women's lifestyle media outlet publishing articles on fashion, beauty, celebrity news, culture, travel, and politics. It also features shopping guides and promotional codes for retail brands.

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