‘We will fire you’: Whole Foods founder John Mackey on when he was forced to sell grocery chain to Amazon

Whole Foods co-founder John Mackey reveals the 2017 sale to Amazon was forced by activist investor Jana Partners, who threatened a board takeover and his ousting. Mackey explains Amazon became the 'best solution' to avoid a hostile takeover, despite initial reluctance. The acquisition ultimately benefited customers, employees, and shareholders.

‘We will fire you’: Whole Foods founder John Mackey on when he was forced to sell grocery chain to Amazon
Whole Foods co-founder John Mackey reveals the 2017 sale to Amazon was forced by activist investor Jana Partners, who threatened a board takeover and his ousting. Mackey explains Amazon became the 'best solution' to avoid a hostile takeover, despite initial reluctance. The acquisition ultimately benefited customers, employees, and shareholders.