Official Side Event of Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2026  ·  Show Floor #27109, Mandalay Bay Convention Center  ·  July 13–15, 2026
Now Scouting — Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2026

LG H&H
Open Pitch
Day

in collaboration with Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2026

Scouting North America's Most Promising Beauty Brands & Global Brands Entering the US Market.

Pitch directly to LG Household & Health Care's open innovation team and LG H&H's US local subsidiary — both on-site at Cosmoprof Las Vegas. The most compelling North American and globally-aspiring beauty brands get a rare shot at investment, strategic partnership, and access to the US market at scale.

Date July 13, 2026 · 2–4pm
Venue Show Floor #27109, Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas
Slots 15–20 Brands Only
Apply to Pitch → See how it works

Why this opportunity matters

$5.5B
LG H&H annual revenue — Global Top 20 Beauty Company
Top20
Global beauty company ranking — M&A & US team on-site
$4.4B
Draper VC ecosystem (DFJ fund) backing DSH Korea
15–20
Brands selected to pitch — limited slots available
LG Household & Health Care
LG H&H USA
Draper Startup House Korea
Cosmoprof North America
Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2026
Official Event Partnership
Held at the Americas' Leading B2B Beauty Trade Show

The LG H&H Open Pitch Day takes place as an official side event of Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas 2026 — the premier B2B beauty trade show in the Americas, bringing together 35,000+ industry professionals, 1,100+ brands, and the full beauty supply chain under one roof at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.

Participating brands benefit from direct access to Cosmoprof's broader network of global distributors, retailers, and buyers — amplifying the reach of every pitch well beyond the room.

35,000+ Attendees
1,100+ Exhibitors
23rd Edition · July 13–15, 2026
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas
About the Hosts

Backed by global beauty power & venture capital

This initiative brings together South Korea's leading beauty conglomerate — including their US local subsidiary — and a global VC network to scout, invest in, and partner with the next generation of beauty brands targeting the North American market.

South Korea's Leading Beauty Conglomerate + US Local Subsidiary

Global Top 20 Beauty Company with $5.5B annual revenue. Home to The History of Whoo, belif, The Face Shop, CNP Laboratory, and more. Both LG H&H's open innovation team from HQ and LG H&H's US local subsidiary will be present on-site — bringing both global strategy and local US market expertise to evaluate investment and partnership opportunities directly.

Global VC Ecosystem with Deep Beauty & Consumer Expertise

Core entity of the Draper VC ecosystem (DFJ $4.4B, Draper Associates $296M), founded by legendary Silicon Valley investor Tim Draper. DSH Korea runs dedicated investment and accelerating programs focused on consumer goods and beauty brands — connecting promising brands to the Korean and North American markets, global capital, and the broader Draper worldwide network spanning 20+ countries.

Why Apply

Not just a pitch.
A real business opportunity.

The LG H&H Open Pitch Day delivers tangible, real-world outcomes for every selected brand — whether you're seeking investment, distribution in the US, or a path to global scale backed by a Top 20 beauty conglomerate.

01

Strategic Investment

Priority consideration for direct investment by LG H&H, targeting brands with proven market traction in North America or strong potential to enter the US market. Plus potential matching investment from DSH Korea's VC network — from seed to growth stage.

02

US Market Access via LG H&H

Exclusive 1-on-1 follow-up meetings with LG H&H's Global Business Development, R&D teams, and US local subsidiary. Fast-track your path to US distribution agreements, licensing, R&D collaboration, or M&A discussions with a globally recognized beauty brand.

03

Korea & Global Market Entry

Strategic consulting and localized guidance from DSH Korea to expand into the Korean beauty market and beyond — backed by a dedicated accelerating program for consumer and beauty brands with a global network spanning 20+ countries.

04

Global Network Access

Connect to the Draper worldwide ecosystem spanning 20+ countries — leveraging global partnerships, investor networks, and market pathways to scale your brand from North America into Asia and beyond.

Who Should Apply

We're looking for North America's most promising beauty brands & global brands targeting the US market

Brand Profiles

  • North American brands with demonstrated traction and a proven consumer following in the US or Canadian market
  • Global brands exhibiting at Cosmoprof North America with strong ambitions to enter or scale in the US market
  • Established distributors, retailers, and marketing agencies looking to collaborate with LG H&H's US operations and global network
  • Startups to growth-stage brands open to strategic investment, partnership, or M&A with a global beauty conglomerate

Product Categories

  • Cosmetics & Personal Care — consumer and professional products
  • Beauty Tech & Equipment — devices, apps, and medical institutions
  • Sustainable & Clean Beauty — eco-packaging, sustainable sourcing, clean formulations
  • Hair Care, Lifestyle & Fragrance Products
Application Process

What happens after
you apply

1
By July 6 (Mon), 2026 · 23:59

Submit Your Application

Complete the application form with your brand overview, market traction, and partnership interests. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — applying early is encouraged as slots are limited to 15–20 brands.

2
By July 9, 2026

Joint Review by LG H&H & DSH Korea

All submissions are jointly evaluated by LG H&H's open innovation team alongside DSH Korea's investment team — assessing strategic fit, US market potential, and partnership opportunity.

3
After July 9, 2026

Individual Notification via Email

All applicants will be notified of the outcome individually by email. Selected brands will receive their pitch slot details, schedule, and preparation guidelines to get ready for July 13.

Note: All applicants — whether selected or not — will receive a response after July 9. Selected brands will be contacted with full pitch slot details and next steps.
Event Format

Open Pitch Day — How it works

July 13, 2026 · 2:00–4:00pm · Show Floor #27109, Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas

14:00 – 16:00 · Day 1, Jul 13
Open Pitch Day
15–20 selected brands present to a live panel of LG H&H executives (HQ open innovation team + US local subsidiary) and DSH Korea partners. Each brand: 7 min pitch + 7 min Q&A (15 min max per brand).
Day 2 · Jul 14
Follow-up Meetings
Selected brands invited for deep-dive 1:1 meetings with LG H&H and DSH Korea on investment, US distribution, R&D collaboration, or M&A — managed and scheduled by DSH Korea.
Day 3 · Jul 15
Ongoing Follow-up & Support
Additional follow-up meetings as needed. Shortlisted brands enter DSH Korea's pipeline for continued investment evaluation, accelerating program consideration, and global network introductions.

Ready to pitch to LG H&H?

We're scouting North America's most promising beauty brands and global brands targeting the US market. Spots are limited to 15–20 brands — apply early to secure your place.

Submit Your Application →

Questions? hyeonji@korea.draperu.com