Can Ben & Jerry’s Keep Its Social Voice?

Who gets the final say when a company’s values clash with its corporate owner? The Ben and Jerry’s legal battle reveals the challenges of protecting a brand’s social mission after a sale.

Maurice Schweitzer, Wharton Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions, explains the dispute and what it reveals about corporate governance.

From independent boards to the limits of founder control, Schweitzer explores why ownership deals can lead to unexpected conflicts and why it is so difficult to predict what the future will bring.

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