Quick Info
| Profession | Businessman, Philanthropist, Activist, Co-founder of Ben & Jerry's |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 14/03/1951 |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, NY |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Latest News about Jerry Greenfield
17/09/2025
Jerry Greenfield announced his resignation from Ben & Jerry's after 47 years, in a letter his business partner Ben Cohen shared on social media. He said he could no longer remain with the company because its social mission had been silenced, which he blamed on parent company Unilever's control. The departure came amid a wider dispute over the brand's activism, including its stance on Gaza and its independence under corporate ownership.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Jerry Greenfield |
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| Known For | Co-founding Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings, Inc. |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Oberlin College |
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| Graduation Year | 1973 |
| Field | Pre-med |
| Achievements | National Merit Scholar |
Personal Life
| Residence | Near Burlington, Vermont |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Children | 1 son |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Skarie (m. 1987) |
Family
| Childhood Friend | Ben Cohen (met in 1963) |
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Career
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| Company Stats | As of 2025: $1.28 billion annual revenues, 573 stores |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Worked as ice cream scooper in Oberlin College cafeteria | |
| 2. Worked as lab technician in New York before founding Ben & Jerry's | |
| 3. Responsible for making all ice cream at the first store | |
| 4. Failed to get into medical school |
