V-Label Monthly Catch-Up: July 2023

?? V-Label Pavilion at Free From Food Expo

The most exciting news of this month:?V-Label?partnered up with? Free From Food & Health Ingredients ?trade fair. ??

?? Free From Fair is the most wanted European Free From Food retail exhibition, initiated by the industry, supported by the leading certifying associations, all under one roof. Driving the future of Vegan, Plant-Based, Free From, Organic, Functional, and Healthy Lifestyle Food, Drinks, and Ready to Market Solutions. ???????

?? Are your products licensed with V-Label?

Because of our partnership, we can offer our V-Label licensees a very attractive participation package for the upcoming fair in Amsterdam. ??

Do you want to exhibit with V-Label in our own V-Label Pavilion at a top location at the fair, where we maximize brand visibility? ?? Please contact? Suzet Miedema ?(V-Label’s Business Development Manager,?[email protected]) for more information or register directly via this link here.

?? The Application Deadline for the V-Label Awards Extended

If you’ve been toying with the idea of entering this year’s International V-Label Awards but haven’t yet had the chance to, no need to worry. Due to popular demand, we have extended the application deadline: you have until the 11th of August to submit your vegan innovation.??

Not sure how to get started? Here’s a little how to:

1?? Get inspired by previous winners’ stories on the blog.

2?? Familiarize yourself with our categories.

We have 3+1 categories this year: Sustainability, Innovation, Marketing & Branding, and the Consumer’s Choice Award.

3?? Register a brand profile, purchase your entry fees, and start filling out your applications.

??More information visit awards.v-label.com.

??? Our merchandise is now available on our webshop

From tote bags to t-shirts, all products are certified vegan and produced in a fair, sustainable way. ?? Check them out on our webshop: ???shop.v-label.com?

For those who haven't tried our V-Label boxes yet, the promotion is still on! Get our first box for free when you order V-Label Box Seasational, use the code: VLABELBOXFREE at the checkout. Make a kind choice today with V-Label! ??

??Meet These Food Heroes: Priyanka Srinivas and Ghanim Al-Sulaiti

#FoodHeroes20?features 20 individuals who are transforming outdated food systems and changing the narrative around possibilities of thriving without necessarily harming the planet. This month, we shared the story of two food heroes with you.

Born and raised in Hyderabad, India, Priyanka Srinivas 's frugal upbringing instilled in her a belief in circularity that shaped her values. Fueled by a desire to create a healthier future, she co-founded? The Live Green Co ?with Sasikanth and a team of passionate engineers. ?? Priyanka envisions democratizing access to healthy diets and fostering sustainability, using technology to achieve monumental change. To learn about her mission to accelerate the world's transition to healthy and sustainable food, read her story.

Ghanim Al-Sulaiti 's journey began with a book that sparked a profound change in his mindset. ?? Inspired by the idea of enjoying healthy plant-based meals in his hometown, he founded Evergreen Organics in 2016, which has now grown into a successful restaurant chain. ?? His commitment to ethical business practices and promoting a sustainable future sets an inspiring example for entrepreneurs worldwide. To learn more about Ghanim's incredible journey and his mission to create a positive impact on the planet by embracing a plant-based lifestyle, read his story.

???V-Label Awards: Winner Story

Living vegan without sacrifice.

Vegablum KG’s team passionately lives by this motto. With a passion for creating exceptional vegan?#honey?alternatives, Vegablum has garnered widespread acclaim, including winning the Best Breakfast Meal category at the V-Label Awards in 2022. Combining authenticity, sustainability, and a touch of sweetness, Vegablum’s diverse range of products reflects their unwavering commitment to offering delectable vegan options without sacrificing taste.

We interviewed Vegablum’s founder,? Danny Nowak ?? , to learn more about their passion and products, and see how winning a V-Label Award has helped them grow.??? ?? Read the interview on our website.

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