ABOUT
THE GREENHOUSE
The Greenhouse offers a unique retail tech-accelerator program focused on accelerating technology-driven solutions, catered towards fast growing retail startups. This equity-free accelerator program runs for twice a year for three-months; offering startups market access and retail expertise. Selected startups are matched with corporate sponsors across the Group to implement proof of concepts, with the goal of signing commercial agreements down the line.
Funds
$20,000 Grant (Equity-Free)
Timeline
3 Months
Screened
100+ Applications
Origins
28 Countries
Mentors
14
WHY JOIN?THE CHALHOUB GROU
SOLUTION ACCELERATION PROGRAM
Designed from the ground up with business owners to focus on their specific needs. Focused around carrying out pilots and case studies with brands from the Group.
RETAIL MENTORS
AND DIGITAL EXPERTS
You will work closely with decision makers and business drivers.
EQUITY-FREE & IN THE UAE!
Equity free: we are looking to collaborate with you with the goal of being your customer or licensing your technology. We may also invest in you at later stages.
All expenses paid with a grant of USD 20,000. Three months in Dubai with access to co-working space. Explore the business opportunities in the GCC.
FUEL STARTUPS WITH
MARKET ACCESS
Opportunity to deploy your solution at the largest retail group in MENA. Industry mentors and digital/tech experts. Gain unique access to insights and real-life business challenges from an industry leader that will help you build a better solution. The program will be tailored to maximize the chances of your success.

THE ULTIMATE
RETAIL TESTING GROUND
We are looking for startups that address the below pain points and challenges

IN-STORE EXPERIENCE
• Creating the shop-of-the-future – away from hype & gimmicks!
• Endless aisles
• In-store recommendations

OPERATIONS & SUPPLY CHAIN OPTIMIZATION
• Inventory harmonization across channels
• Stock forecasting and optimization
• Buying process automation / efficiency
• Inventory management to match real demand, capture missed opportunities and reduce terminal stock


CONNECTING ONLINE & OFFLINE
• Conversational commerce (that works!)
• Size and fit optimization for fashion and footwear

CONSUMER RESEARCH
• Digital consumer research panels
• Access to active consumer panels & communities
• Consumer data capture & synthesis