Ben Cohen, the co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Holdings Inc., has a net worth estimated to be $150 million as of mid-2016.
Born on March 18, 1951, in Brooklyn, New York City, Cohen has been involved in business since 1977. He, alongside his friend Jerry Greenfield, started the ice-cream company in 1978. They established their unique style of ice cream, catering to those with unique tastes like Cohen, who suffers from anosmia, the loss of taste and smell. The company gained widespread popularity, leading to its eventual sale to Unilever conglomerate for $325 million in 2000, significantly increasing Cohen’s net worth. Even after resigning as CEO, he remained an active member of the company’s advisory board.
In addition to his business ventures, Cohen is also known for his philanthropy. He established the Ben & Jerry’s Foundation, which is supported by 7.5% of the company’s revenues, focusing on social justice and grassroots organizations. He has also been outspoken in his political support, endorsing Democratic candidates and participating in social protests.
Cohen’s personal life includes his marriage to Cindy, with whom he has a daughter named Aretha. He has also been acknowledged for his contributions in socially responsible businesses, being named a Leader in Pioneering Socially Responsible businesses by the New York Open Center in 2000.
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