Burt Baskin

Co-founder of Baskin-Robbins ice cream

Burt Baskin - Co-founder of Baskin-Robbins ice cream
Born

December 17th, 1913
111 years ago

Died

December 24th, 1967
57 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Business Leaders

Country

United States

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Co-founded an ice cream franchise famous for its variety of flavors. Developed the concept of '31 flavors' to offer a different flavor for each day of the month, contributing significantly to the ice cream industry. Expanded the brand through innovative marketing and franchising, establishing hundreds of locations across the United States and internationally. Led the company to become a prominent name in ice cream retail.

Co-founded Baskin-Robbins ice cream chain

Pioneered the '31 flavors' marketing concept

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