Founders of Ben and Jerry's
Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield founded Ben and Jerry's in 1978 in Burlington, Vermont. They started the company with a $5 correspondence course in ice cream making and opened their first scoop shop in a renovated gas station.
Company History and Ownership
The brand grew into a nationally recognized ice cream company known for creative flavors and social activism. In 2000, Ben and Jerry's was acquired by the multinational conglomerate Unilever, which continues to operate the brand globally.
Current Status of the Founders
Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield are no longer involved in daily operations after the Unilever acquisition. Both have pursued separate philanthropic and business ventures. For more background on the company, see the official Ben and Jerry's website.
