A new international vegan business directory, Vegan Business Networking, has launched aiming to boost connections within the vegan business world.

Established by siblings Sam Roblett and Jane Elliott and free to access, the directory currently hosts over 880 members worldwide and offers more than 150 categories, covering all aspects of veganism. This includes food and beverage, encompassing specific subcategories such as catering and fast food.

Roblett and Elliot envision the directory as a tool for global collaboration and growth within the vegan community. They encourage businesses and individuals to join the network to connect, collaborate and contribute to the advancement of veganism worldwide.

Roblett established the Vegan Business Networking’s Facebook and LinkedIn groups, which now have over 6,500 members. Her motivation started with attending a networking event without vegan options, which encouraged her to create spaces for fellow vegan business owners.

After the groups gained traction, Roblett brought her sister on board to collaborate on the vegan business directory project. With existing directories often requiring fees or being restricted to certain regions or industries, Elliott collaborated with her son’s company, Bespoke Software, to develop a directory accessible to everyone.

Companies can join for free and register their business for inclusion within the directory, which aims to deliver a range of benefits for vegan organisations. These include amplified reach among a dedicated international target audience, the opportunity to forge connections with likeminded business owners and industry figures, and increased visibility to conscious consumers as well as potential media opportunities. While the directory is UK-founded, it is open to vegan businesses across the world.

Roblett told The Plant Base: “With more than 880 listings so far from various industries across the globe, our directory is an essential tool for vegan business owners in the food and beverage sector and other related fields”.

“Our directory goes beyond only listings, offering a plethora of supplementary materials and insightful articles, as well as a carefully chosen selection of documentaries, movies and advocacy tools about veganism. Our online groups on LinkedIn and Facebook also serve as a networking platform, connecting businesses with potential partners, suppliers and collaborators harnessing growth and innovation within the vegan industry.”

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