Description

In this episode, Neil sits down with Jay Tandan, the Global Digital Lead at Ben & Jerry’s. Jay’s journey with the iconic ice cream brand began as a college "scooper" in Vermont and evolved into a 16-year career leading the company’s digital marketing, e-commerce, and social strategy.

The conversation dives deep into how Ben & Jerry’s balances its "triple bottom line"—prioritizing social mission and progressive activism alongside product sales. Jay explains why the company identifies as a "social justice company that happens to make ice cream" and how his team uses digital channels to drive real-world policy change.

Connect with Ben & Jerry's:

• Instagram: instagram.com/benandjerrys
• X (formerly Twitter): twitter.com/benandjerrys
• Facebook: facebook.com/benandjerrys
• TikTok: tiktok.com/@benandjerrys
• YouTube: youtube.com/benandjerrys
• Newsletter Email Signup: You can find their official "Inside Scoop" newsletter signup at the bottom of their homepage: benjerry.com

Jay's recs:

• ArchCity Defenders: A holistic legal advocacy organization in St. Louis that partnered with Ben & Jerry’s on the "Close the Workhouse" campaign
• Patagonia Works
• Lush Advocacy

Get your sandwich:

• Henry Street Deli (Burlington, VT): Jay’s go-to for the best breakfast sandwiches in town