Jenny Du

Jenny Du is a seasoned professional in operations and engineering, currently serving as Senior Vice President of Operations at Apeel since July 2013, where responsibilities include overseeing the development of plant-derived edible barriers that extend the shelf life of fresh produce, contributing to the reduction of food waste and conservation of natural resources. Prior experience includes roles as Vice President of Operations and Director of Extraction Engineering at Apeel, and as a Postdoctoral Researcher at UC Santa Barbara, focusing on bioelectronic devices and renewable energy. Jenny Du earned a PhD in Chemistry and a Bachelor's of Science in Engineering Chemistry from Queen's University, where research involved the design of nanostructured materials for environmental applications. Early career experience includes an engineering internship at DuPont Canada, emphasizing polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells.