Jenny Du

Jenny Du is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Apeel Sciences, a company focused on extending the shelf life of fresh produce through innovative, plant-derived coatings. She has been with Apeel since its early days, progressing through various roles including Vice President of Operations and Director of Extraction Engineering.

Education and Early Career

Du holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Chemistry and a PhD in Chemistry, both from Queen's University in Canada. During her doctoral studies, she received the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship, recognizing her research contributions. After completing her PhD, she worked as a postdoctoral researcher at UC Santa Barbara, focusing on bioelectronic devices and renewable energy applications.

Role at Apeel

As Senior Vice President of Operations, Du oversees a wide range of functions including Regulatory Affairs, Compliance, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Environmental Health & Safety. Her leadership is crucial in driving Apeel's mission to reduce food waste, which is a significant issue in the food supply chain, with estimates suggesting that up to 40% of fresh produce is wasted due to spoilage in North America alone.

Achievements and Recognition

Du has been recognized for her contributions to the industry, being named in the Pacific Coast Business Times' Top 50 Women in Business and included in the Inc. Female Founders 100 List in 2021. Her work at Apeel not only focuses on operational excellence but also on sustainability and innovation within the food system.1234