Kevin Mc Carthy
About Kevin Mc Carthy
Kevin McCarthy is the Senior Director of Global Startup Innovation at Procter & Gamble, with over 20 years of experience in various roles within the company.
Title at Procter & Gamble
Kevin McCarthy currently holds the position of Senior Director, Global Startup Innovation at Procter & Gamble. In this role since 2020, he is responsible for leading initiatives that focus on startup innovation across various global markets. His leadership in this area contributes to P&G's forward-thinking strategies in innovation and business development.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Kevin McCarthy has an extensive career at Procter & Gamble, spanning over two decades. He has held several key positions, including Leader of Startup Innovation, Global Business Development from 2014 to 2020 in Silicon Valley, and in the Innovation and Know How division from 2012 to 2014. He also served as Vice President Business Development/Tremor from 2006 to 2014, Customer Business Development Manager from 2004 to 2006, and Associate Director Managed Care from 1997 to 2003. His early tenure included a role as Category Account Executive from 1992 to 1994.
Education Background
Kevin McCarthy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Northern Illinois University. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive career in marketing, business development, and innovation at Procter & Gamble.
Co-founder of The Signal Accelerator
Kevin McCarthy co-founded The Signal Accelerator, Procter & Gamble’s startup innovation engine. The initiative aims at identifying and piloting innovative solutions in eBusiness, eCommerce, and brand building. This accelerator plays a crucial role in fostering new business ventures and expanding P&G’s innovation capabilities.
Global Market Leadership
As Senior Director, Global Startup Innovation, Kevin McCarthy leads innovation outposts in multiple global markets, including the US, London, Berlin, Tel Aviv, Singapore, India, and China. His efforts ensure that P&G remains at the forefront of innovation on a global scale, integrating cutting-edge solutions and practices from diverse markets.