Jack & Jill has been delivering ice cream since 1929. Today we are proud to be a leader in the ice cream distribution industry, servicing a host of customers in the Mid-Atlantic region.
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1929
Mickey Schwartz began Jack & Jill Ice Cream Company
Mickey began selling ice cream in 1929 from a wooden box carried over his shoulder. He founded Jack & Jill Ice Cream Company on a commitment to provide great customer service and quality products.
1938
The company grew into a successful street vending and vending machine business
The first street vending truck was purchased in 1938, and, a year later, the company created a vending machine division.
1973
Wholesale Distribution Operation began
Jay Schwartz, Mickey's son, saw great opportunities in wholesale distribution. Jack & Jill Ice Cream Company began distributing leading regional and national brands in the Delaware Valley.
1980
Product line introduced and distribution area expanded
In the early 1980's, the JACK & JILL® brand novelties were introduced. By the mid 1980's, the JACK & JILL® ice cream product line grew beyond classic novelties to premium ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet and water ice. Jack & Jill Ice Cream's distribution area expanded to Baltimore and Washington, DC.
2000
Markets expanded
As the marketplace continued to change, the company focused on impulse and out-of-home ice cream markets. This further expanded our presence in the Mid-Atlantic region.
2002
Midlantic Vending Corp. created
The street vending and machine vending business began operating as Midlantic Vending Corp.
2009
Jack & Jill Ice Cream Company celebrates 80 years in business
Jack & Jill Ice Cream Company is proud to be celebrating 80 years as a family owned business and is currently under the direction of Jay's son Ken. The Company has grown to be a distributor of the JACK & JILL® ice cream brand as well as other national brands of ice cream treats, frozen foods and beverages to a host of customers in the Mid-Atlantic region.
