David Stever, aged 60, has taken over as CEO of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, based in Columbus, Ohio, after his departure from Ben & Jerry’s in March 2025. His exit from Ben & Jerry’s followed tensions between the ice cream brand and its parent company, Unilever, regarding the brand's political activism. Stever is now tasked with leading Jeni's through a significant growth phase, as the company aims to expand its operations into franchising. Last year, Jeni's achieved $150 million in revenue and currently operates over 90 company-owned scoop shops. The first franchise location is expected to open in early summer, marking a new chapter for the brand. Stever expressed enthusiasm for Jeni’s commitment to creativity, which attracted him to the role. He succeeds Poe Timmons, who served as interim CEO after Stacy Peterson left to join Jersey Mike’s as president and COO.