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muckrack.comJerry Greenfield, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder, appears in recent reports as having resigned from the company in September 2025, citing concerns that Unilever silenced the brand’s social activism and independence. Several outlets summarize his departure as a protest over perceived limits on the brand’s activism under the parent company.[1][2][3]
Key points from latest coverage
- Timeline: Greenfield announced his resignation around mid-September 2025 after 47 years with the brand.[1]
- Reason: He stated he could no longer work with Unilever in good conscience, accusing the company of silencing Ben & Jerry’s activism and compromising its social mission.[1]
- Context: The move follows ongoing tensions between Ben & Jerry’s and Unilever, including past activism stances and corporate structure changes; coverage notes the brand’s history of public social positions sometimes clashing with corporate interests.[2][1]
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