David Bensadoun
Memorial
“We spread love through olive oil. We want to share our love of the Earth and of the trees, and we want to share this product with more people.”
After a valiant and determined battle with cancer, our courageous leader David Bensadoun, Co-CEO of Pompeian, passed away on July 26, 2024. David was at his home surrounded by his parents, children and loved ones at the time of his passing.
At Pompeian’s helm, David inspired and led The Olive Oil People – a team of hundreds of farmers, craftspeople and staff in Baltimore and around the world. David was loved and respected for his uniqueness, enthusiasm, boundless energy, values and wisdom. His passion for helping people eat and live well served as the heartbeat of our company, and his integrity, strength, and love are part of the immense legacy he is leaving— as well as his beautiful children, his countless friendships, and deep love for us, The Olive Oil People.
Like the strongest tree in the grove, David weathered a beautiful life, giving back more to his environment and those he loved than what he took from this earth.
In David’s memory, Pompeian is dedicated to supporting these organizations, which held an important place in his heart.
We invite you to learn more and support these organizations in his honor.
David Bensadoun was a cherished supporter of Gvahim. His generosity and kindness profoundly impacted the lives of many Olim.
David’s contributions were pivotal in supporting Ukrainian Olim fleeing the 2022 war and those affected by the current conflict in Israel. His legacy of compassion and dedication will continue to inspire us.
The Humanitarian Academy for Development (HAD) is an international NGO and a Strategic Business Unit of Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) that provides leadership, program and talent development for the international development and humanitarian sector. Established in 2013, HAD collaborates with various organizations to share field experiences and offer training and coaching programs to strengthen humanitarian services globally.
The High Atlas Foundation (HAF) is dedicated to sustainable community development in Morocco, producing over two million saplings annually and planting over five million trees since 2003. They place women’s empowerment at the center of agricultural projects, supporting pathways to social and economic well-being.