Avery Dennison is a Mentor, Ohio-based global materials and manufacturing company that invests directly as a corporate strategic backer. It is relevant for founders in supply chain visibility, IoT and sensor-enabled tracking, hardware, materials, manufacturing, sustainability and circular textiles, with venture investment activity across the United States, Israel and the United Kingdom. The company has participated in later-stage venture financings, including Series B/C rounds, making it a strategic target for companies aligned with its materials, labeling, graphics and connected-product ecosystem.