US EditionBen & Jerry’s co-founder Greenfield leaves ice cream brand due clash with Unilever on social issues
Jerry Greenfield resigned after nearly 50 years, citing Unilever's curtailing of Ben & Jerry's social activism and loss of promised independence in governance agreements.
- Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, has resigned due to a loss of independence under Unilever's ownership amid ongoing social activism conflicts.
- Greenfield criticized Unilever for silencing the company's advocacy on important issues, stating that the brand was 'silenced, sidelined for fear of upsetting those in power.'
- Unilever has claimed it disagrees with Greenfield's perspective but maintains its commitment to Ben & Jerry's social mission and legacy.
- Ben & Jerry's has faced ongoing conflicts with Unilever since 2021, including legal battles over its ability to advocate for social issues, which have intensified tensions between the companies.
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Jerry Resigns From Ben & Jerry's After Claiming Brand Is Being 'Silenced' For Their Activism
After nearly half a century of puns, pint-sized protests, and spoon-first diplomacy via Cherry Garcia, Jerry Greenfield is hanging up his scooper.The “Jerry” in Ben & Jerry’s has resigned after what he says was years of corporate censorship under Unilever—particularly during Trump’s second administration, when speaking up for civil rights suddenly required either a permission slip or a pink slip.In a letter shared by co-founder Ben Cohen, Greenf…
Ben-&Jerry-s co-founder Jerry Greenfield leaves the company. His allegation: Unilever has stopped the political commitment of the cult brand.
Ben & Jerry’s Co-founder Resigns After Conflict With Unilever Over Activism
Jerry Greenfield, co-founder of the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream brand, has resigned from his role as the company’s brand ambassador after a public rift with parent entity Unilever. In an open letter posted on social media on Sept. 17 by his business partner, Ben Cohen, Greenfield said the company had been silenced by Unilever. “Standing up for the values of justice, equity, and our shared humanity has never been more important—and yet Ben & Jerry’s …
Jerry Greenfield, one of the two founders of the famous ice cream brand, announced his departure from the company, citing a break with the values that made Ben & Jerrys' reputation. A new sign of the continuing tensions between the brand and its parent company Unilever.
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