From outdoor dog-parking stations to boat-sharing services, the March 2016 new ventures prove that there's plenty of room for those with entrepreneurial mindsets to innovate.
One of the key themes in many of these new ventures is that it's now possible to outsource everything and have just about anything ordered on-demand. This includes ordering massage therapists and yoga teachers to your home, as well as homecooked meals made by others, a tank of gas or even someone to do your chores. This is an indication of how P2P services and marketplaces are just beginning to give traditional businesses a run for their money.
Some of the biggest new ventures from monumental brands include McDonald's introducing a kale caesar superfood salad, Visa Developer and Amazon launching seven private label fashion brands.
Top 50 New Venture Ideas in March
From Motorcycle Taxi Services to Personalized Makeup Apps:
Laura McQuarrie — Mar 25, 2016 — Business
50
Shopping Smart Lockers
QikPod Lets Indian Shoppers Pick Up Packages With Ease
49
Private Co-Working Communities
The Neuehouse Los Angeles Recently Opened in Hollywood
48
Pooch-Parking Services
These Sidewalk Dog Kennels Allow Consumers to Temporarily Park Their Dog
47
Velomobile-Sharing Services
The Veemo Bike Share Service Would Cost About $0.20 Per Minute
46
Personalized Makeup Apps
MATCHCo Provides Custom Foundation Makeup from Selfies
45
eCommerce Clothing Lines
The Private-Label Fashion Lines from Amazon Cater to Men, Women and Kids
44
Local Manufacturing Platforms
This Store Connects International Designers with Local Artisans
43
Fresh Food Delivery Services
This Service Now Delivers Fresh Food Along with Other Groceries
42
Anonymous Cologne Deliveries
The 'My Friend Smells' Service Sends Cologne to Foul-Smelling Friends
41
Organic Tampon Subscription Services
This Company Provides an Alternative to Synthetic Tampons
40
Motorcycle Taxi Services
UberMOTO Adds Motorcycles to its Uber Services Lineup
39
Junk-Selling Concierge Services
This Company Helps Consumers Sell Unwanted Items
38
Restaurant Management Platforms
SaaS Startup Growgram Builds Responsive Restaurant Websites
37
Snack-Based Care Packages
This Service Helps Customers Create Personalized Care Packages
36
Product Recommendation Marketplaces
Startup Shelf Helps You Discover Products People Like and Use
35
On-Demand Fuel Services
Booster Fuels Fills Your Car Up Without the Trip to the Gas Station
34
On-Demand Laundry Services
'Simply Laundry' Improves Dry Cleaning, Washing, Folding and Delivery
33
Sustainable Flower Subscriptions
UrbanStems Offers a Three-Month Bouquet Subscription in NYC & DC
32
Superfood Fast Food Salads
The McDonald's 'Keep Calm Caesar On' Offers an Alternative to Burgers
31
On-Demand Car Boosters
Boostmi Connects Drivers With Car Troubles to Experienced Jump-Starters
30
Small Business Discount Apps
This App Helps Small Business Owners Offer Exclusive Deals
29
Entrepreneurial Story Digests
StartupWatching is About Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Story
28
On-Demand Gas Deliveries
The 'WeFuel' App Allows Consumers to Request Gasoline on the Go
27
Messenger Software Services
Startup SendBird Offers App Developers Messaging Software as a Service
26
Freelance Management Apps
The 'WeLancer' App Helps Freelancers Manage Client Relationships
25
Delivery Software Services
Delivery Service Software Platform Bringg Helps Companies Compete
24
Celebrity-Owned Cafes
This New York City Cafe is Owned and Inspired By Martha Stewart
23
Chilled Food Delivery
On-Demand Food Delivery Startup Deliverd Brings Meals That Need Heating Up
22
Video Product Feedback Platforms
dscout Sprint Gets Company Video Feedback on New Products
21
Boat-Sharing Services
This Service Allows Boat Owners to Share Their Boat with Others
20
Sustainable E-Retail Platforms
The 'Buy Me Once' Website Sells Consumers Viable Products
19
Occasion-Specific Clothing Subscriptions
This Service Takes the Stress Out of Outfit-Planning
18
Multi-Person Meal Deliveries
The 'Caviar for Teams' Service Facilitates Group Meal Deliveries
17
Multinational Payment Platforms
Visa Developer Lets Companies Tap Into Visa's Infrastructure
16
Healthy Meal Delivery Servies
This Service Delivers Organic Meals Made from Nutritious Ingredients
15
Experiential Personal Shopping Services
This Company Sends Personal Shoppers Directly to Customers
14
On-Demand Wellness Services
'Namaste New York' Brings Massages, Yoga, Mediation to Your Home
13
Startup-Assisting Startups
Houston Helps Startups Launch Confidently by Focusing on Early Adaptors
12
Next-Day Flower Deliveries
This Startup Delivers Beautiful Bouquets in Less Than a Day
11
Online Apartment Rental Platforms
This Website Facilitates Group Apartment Rentals Online
10
Mover-Booking Apps
The Zootly App Lets You Easily Book Movers At Short Notice
9
Loyalty-Rewarding Taxi Apps
The Gata Hub App Lets You Order Taxis, Food and Dry Cleaning
8
Members-Only Drinking Apps
'Hooch' is a Cocktail App That Gives Members One Free Drink Per Day
7
Micro-Survey Software
This Startup Survey Service Makes Collecting and Contributing Data Quicker
6
Shift-Swapping Apps
The Shyft App Enables Retail Workers to Manage Their Work Schedules
5
Chauffeured Ride Apps
The iCars App Offers Rides Within San Francisco For $50
4
Comprehensive Chore Services Apps
'Alfred' Lets You Hire Someone to Do Your Groceries and Laundry
3
Binge-Flight Subscriptions
OneGo Allows You To Fly Major Airlines With a Fixed Monthly Fee
2
Subscription Management Services
Startup Truebill Helps You Find, Track and Cancel Subscriptions
1
Childhood Investment Programs
Sesame Ventures is Offering to Fund Start-Ups that Support Learning
Related Ideas
Multifunctional Micro-Camper Vans
The Toyoya Kayoibako Prioritizes Flexibility
Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Bento-Inspired School Lunches
DoorDash and Jessica Biel Debut Ready-Made Lunch Options for $25
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Cosmetic Delivery Services
DoorDash, Sally Beauty and Mac Cosmetics Unite for New Delivery Options
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
AI-Powered Restaurant Recommendations
Google Maps Now Uses AI to Recommend New Food Places
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Home Services E-Commerce Platforms
Go Lime Launches a New E-Commerce Platform
Gig Economy Transformations
Uber Launches AI Data Labeling Division with Global Workforce
Open-Air Medi-Spa Services
The Scene Medical Beauty Bar Rides the Wave of the Beauty Market
Brainstorming Business Idea Tools
IdeaMate is the Solution to Fighting Stale Business Ideas
Content-Based Shopping Experiences
Gopuff Launches 'Recipe Hub' for Quick Meal Ideas
Architecture-Inspired QSR Ads
This New McDonald’s Campaign Encourages Eating at Home
Pizza-Inspired Streetwear Collections
Dinner Service Ny Debuts the Prince Street Pizza Collection
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Romantic On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Minted and DoorDash Have Partnered for On-Demand Delivery
Pizza Box Resumes
Pizza Hut's "ResZAmes" Support Job Seekers During the September Surge
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
College-Inspired Haircare Pop-Ups
Monday Haircare Hosted an Interactive Pink Truck
Music-Inspired Fashion Ventures
Upstream is the First Fashion Streaming Service Powered by Music
Experiential Social Clubs
Marshalls' Good Stuff Social Club Empowers & Connects Women
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
AI-Powered Fintech Tools
Square Introduces Ten New Generative AI Features for Content Creation
Traveler-Focused Pet Hubs
Mars Unveils a New Pet-Focused Hub in Collaboration with TripAdvisor
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Expanded Food Delivery Apps
Instacart Partners with Uber Eats to Expand its Delivery Services
AI Startup Idea Generators
IdeaPicker Scours Reddit to Discover Your Next Big Idea
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Ride-Hailing App Expansions
Uber and Turo Partner to Offer Vehicle Rentals to Uber Rent
Recycled Plastic-Made Electric Scooters
Gogoro and MUJI Present the VIVA ME and VIVA MIX ME Bikes
Voice-Based AI QSR Services
Valyant AI and Paerpay Tansform Drive-thru Experience with AI
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
Pizza-Focused Climate Campaigns
Pizza Futures Explores the Impact of Climate Change on Pizza
Pop Culture-Inspired Rentals
Airbnb Unveils the New 'Icons' Experiences for Short-Term Guests
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
Game-Changing Staffing Platforms
Marketplace by Coach360 Addresses Staffing Shortages
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Neighborly Contracting Apps
Pigybak Ride Helps Neighbors Support Neighbors with Home Projects
Idea Validating Platforms
HeadStarter Helps Entrepreneurs Discover If Their Idea Exists
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
Tech-Enhanced Beauty Marketplaces
Fresha Plans to Boost Machine Learning and AI Robotics Abilities
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
On-Demand Wellness Deliveries
DoorDash and The Vitamin Shoppe Will Offer On-Demand Delivery
Eco-Friendly Spa Capsules
Divana Unveils a New Sustainable Collection Composed of Eight Scents
Portable Autonomous Mini Marts
JUXTA's Nomad Offers Autonomous Mini Mart for EV Charging Stations
Revamped Private Label Ranges
The Target up&up Collection Has Been Expanded and Updated
Brand Photography Marketplaces
VSCO Unveils a New Marketplace for Photographers to Find Work
AI-Enabled Product Creation
Off/Script Launches an App to Create and Buy AI-Designed Products
Interactive Digital Menus
Tabmeal Empowers Restaurants to Revolutionize the Way Guests Order
Marathon Retail Partnerships
The Deliveroo x Boots Marathon Roo-covery Hub is a One-Stop Shop
Global Digital Marketplaces
Renaissance Hotels' R FINDS Shares Goods from Local Artisans
Plant-Based Picnic Packs
The Shake Shack Veg Out Picnic Kit Includes Food for Two
Four-Hour E-Commerce Deliveries
IShopChangi Launches an E-Commerce Delivery Service with FoodPanda
Self-Driving Cab App Expansions
The Robotaxi Cruise Service Will Launch on Uber Platforms
Nutritional Supplement Deliveries
Uber Eats and The Vitamin Shoppe Have Forged a Partnership
Smart Grocery Shopping Support
SmartChef Converts Grocery Lists Into Actionable Data
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Luxury Adventure Travel Platforms
UNCHARTED Recently Introduced the EVOLVE Multimedia Platform
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Apparel Brand Industry Expansions
'Reebok' is Expanding to Enter the Micro-Mobility Space
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Startup Name Generators
FindName Suggests Countless Ideas to Help Name Your New Business
Anniversary-Honoring Graphic T-Shirts
Places+Faces Launch Collaboration Tees for 10 Years
Global Storytelling Initatives
Vans Announces its Narrative-Centric Always Pushing Campaign
Unique Destination Initiatives
Intrepid Travel Unveiled its 'Not Hot List' for 2025
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Pie Vending Machines
Intuit QuickBooks Installed a Large-Scale Pie and Mash Dispenser
Idea-Testing Startup Tools
Startup Idea Tester Streamlines the Early Stages of a Business
Problem-Based Website Ideas
Painkiller Ideas Offers a Database of Real Consumer Problems
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Self-Driving Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats is Launching Waymo Delivery Services in Phoenix
On-Demand EV Charging Stations
UZE is Emphasizing Convenience with Its New EV-Charging Service
On-Demand Electric Boat Taxis
Bangkok's Electric Boat Taxi Commenced Service in July
App-Based Grocery Discounts
Olio and Gander Introduce a New Deals Section on its Mobile App
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Pet Care Fellowship Programs
Royal Canin and Leap Venture Academy are Uplifting Startups
Emissions-Free Meal Deliveries
Zoomo and Uber Eats Have Partnered for Deliveries in London
Kenyan E-Bike Service Partnerships
Bolt Partnered with Three Brands to Expand E-Bikes in Kenya
Electric Cargo Bike-Sharing Programs
CargoB Launched in Boston as USA's First Cargo Bikeshare
Casual Pizzeria Marketing
UK Pizza Chain PizzaExpress Undergoes Design Update
Platform-Enabled Baby Registries
Etsy Launches a New Baby Registry Feature for Parents
Plant-Based Grocery Collections
Purple Carrot Launches the Grocery Collection Called Plantry
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
Premium QSR Picnic Kits
Shake Shack Added Veg Out Picnic Kits for National Picnic Month
From-Scratch Curry Cooking Sauces
The Tuk Tuk Club Fresh Stir-In Range is Plant-Based
Business-Oriented Visa Cards
Veem Releases a New Virtual Visa Card for SMEs with Zero Fees
AI Business Consultants
15-Minute Business Plans Helps Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
AI Navigation Upgrades
Tmap Mobility Launches an AI-Powered Revamp for its Navigation App
Female Chef Delivery Platforms
DoorDash Canada Empowers Women Chefs with "Made by Women" Platform
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Uber Drivers in Kenya can Now Use an Uber-Branded E-Bike with Electric Boda
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Sustainable E-Bike Deliveries
Deliveroo UAE Has Integrated Electric Bikes Into its Delivery Fleet
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Scaleable Freelance Tools
Productize Fast Helps Freelancers Looking to Transition and Scale
Trackable Package Return Programs
Uber Launches a New Package Return Service with Live Tracking
Social E-Commerce Platforms
TikTok is Launching a New E-Commerce Platform for Consumers
Couple Investment Platforms
Plenty is a Tool Revolutionizing Investment for Modern Couples
Event Shuttle Rideshare Services
Uber Shuttle is Targeted Towards Sporting Events and Concerts
Comfort-Focused Business Features
Uber Launches a Series of Features to Benefit Business Travelers
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Wellness Discovery Platforms
Wellworthy Helps Individuals Navigate the Health and Wellness Market
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Vegetarian-Only Delivery Services
Zomato Introduces the New Pure Veg Mode for Vegetarian Consumers
Entrepreneur Support Communities
Hustle Cafe is an Online Space for Founders to Connect and Grow
Rwandan E-Bike Expansions
'Ampersand' Raised $19.5M to Expand its Business Operations
Expanding Agricultural Ventures
KK Strategies Announced a New Venture in Thailand
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Preemptive Startup Evaluations
Vet My Idea Helps Startups Survive with AI Assessments and Ideas
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Inclusive Try-On Programs
Perfect Corp. Connects Beauty Brands with Digital Beauty Innovation
Bid-Based Ride Hailing Services
The InDrive Ride Hail Platform is Now Available in the Us
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Categorized Podcast Genres
Apple's Podcasts App Launches a New Organized Update Feature
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Empowering Trader-Focused Campaigns
Vantage Markets Debuts New Phase of Reborn a Trader
Vegetable-Packed Recipe Deliveries
The Gousto 'Veg Table' Recipe Boxes Include 12 New Dishes
UAE-Based EV Apps
EVLAB Launches the New Electric Vehicle App for UAE Customers
Streamlined Task Outsourcing Platforms
Taskapron Connects Users with Skilled Professionals
City-Wide Food Drive Events
VGTNYC Supports City Harvest Through a Food Drive Event
Outdoor Enthusiasts Marketplaces
Nomadz Has All the Equipment For Thrill Seekers and Adventurers
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot
In-Neighbourhood Service Maps
TROT KIT Helps Nomads Find Services Where They Are