Vegan Essentials Undergoes Ownership Change, Returns to Independent Family Management
Vegan Essentials, a long-established online retailer for vegan and plant-based products, is now under the ownership of Steven and Kim Skaff. The couple, who also own Fake Meats, LLC, acquired the company from PlantX, shifting it back to independent, family-run leadership. Founded in 1997, Vegan Essentials was one of the first online stores dedicated to plant-based foods and cruelty-free products. Over the years, it built a strong reputation for providing high-quality items and a reliable shopping experience. The company was sold to Vejii Holdings in 2021 and then to PlantX in 2022. However, in the wake of these changes, the Skaffs have expressed their intent to restore the customer trust and consistency that had defined the company for decades. Enhancing logistics Steven Skaff, who previously …