Ben & Jerry's founders call for the brand to be ‘freed' from its owners
1. Ben & Jerry's founders demand independence from Unilever's ownership plans. 2. Concerns raised about erosion of brand values and voices under Unilever. 3. Unilever plans to list its ice-cream business, including Ben & Jerry's. 4. Legal disputes have occurred between Ben & Jerry's and Unilever over brand autonomy. 5. Founders emphasize brand's mission of social justice and authenticity.