They Bought an Ice Cream Truck Off eBay for $5,000. Now Their Company Has 70 Shops and Sells Treats in Over 12,000 Stores.

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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream was born from an ice cream truck in New York City and has rapidly transformed from a humble truck into a household name based on its principles of using simple and high-quality ingredients. In this episode, co-founder and CEO Ben Van Leeuwen talked about his journey, revealing the grit, passion, and perseverance behind his remarkable success.

Founder’s Background

Ben’s love of food was nurtured in a unique childhood. Born in 1984, the youngest of four siblings, he came from a family that prioritized home-cooked meals cooked from scratch. His parents, each enriched with their similar yet different cultural

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