VegOut Magazine Founder Sells Brand and Launches New Venture

Written by The VEGPRENEUR Team

After 10 years, VegOut Founder, Maggie Ortlieb, has sold her company and is moving on to a new sustainable business.

On Wednesday, May 28, Maggie Ortlieb announced a major life update on LinkedIn.

“Today is my last day at VegOut. After 10 years of building this company from the ground up, I’ve officially sold it and am moving on to a new project. VegOut taught me more than any business school could—mostly through trial and error, rejection, and figuring things out as I went. I’ve met so many great people and had experiences I never could have imagined, all because of an idea that started in my head.

Thank you to everyone who supported me over the years, to our advertisers for believing in the brand, and to my team who stuck with me through all the ups and downs and pivots.

And now it’s time for the next chapter. I’m launching a new site focused on sustainable travel called Planetly. More on that soon!”

VegOut serves as a plant-based guide to eating out and in across the US. They cover a range of topics from plant-based news, food & drink, shopping, travel, things to do, fashion, beauty, and more.

"I recognize not everyone is going to go vegan overnight, or at all, but the more people who incorporate plant-based options into their daily lives, the better it is for the animals, the planet, and our collective health. Our goal at VegOut is to create a more sustainable food system. We do that by meeting people where they are, by showing them plant-based alternatives that taste great and cause no harm," says Maggie.

Ortlieb’s new site, Planetly, is a sustainable blog site that provides travel tips for plant-based lifestyles. Planetly Travel is a curated guide to sustainable and plant-based adventures around the world. Designed for both seasoned eco-travelers and those new to conscious exploration, it highlights ethical destinations, low-impact itineraries, vegan-friendly accommodations, and plant-based dining.

As Maggie Ortlieb closes one inspiring chapter and begins another, her mission remains rooted in conscious living and positive impact. Whether it’s discovering eco-friendly destinations or indulging in global plant-based cuisine, Ortlieb’s new venture invites travelers to see the world without compromising their values.

Learn more about Maggie at our Founder Spotlight: https://www.vegpreneur.org/blog/maggie-ortlieb