Jonathan Dorsey
About Jonathan Dorsey
Jonathan Dorsey is a Product Manager at Apeel, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in environmental science, product management, and marine biology, with previous roles at various organizations including Caesars Entertainment and the University of Miami.
Work at Apeel
Jonathan Dorsey has been serving as a Product Manager at Apeel since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for establishing pricing strategies and developing multi-sided business models for the company's commercial products. He creates data-driven value propositions and product strategies specifically for Apeel's fresh produce offerings. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Associate Product Manager at Apeel from 2020 to 2021, where he developed the strategic vision for long-term storage products, including apples, pears, and cherries. His work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze customer feedback through various research methods.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Dorsey holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in Marine Science and Biology from the University of Miami, which he completed from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Environmental Science and Management with a focus on Corporate Environmental Management from the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at the University of California, Santa Barbara, from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he has a Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship from the University of South Florida, achieved in 2016. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both environmental science and business management.
Background
Before joining Apeel, Jonathan Dorsey accumulated diverse experience across various roles. He worked as an ESG & Sustainability Analyst at Caesars Entertainment Corporation for seven months in 2019, focusing on environmental, social, and governance initiatives. His earlier roles include tutoring at Go Figure Learning and serving as a Tennis Coach at Cliff Drysdale Tennis. He also gained research experience as a Summer Research Assistant at the Medical University of South Carolina and as an intern at the R.J. Dunlap Shark Conservation Program at the University of Miami. His varied background reflects a commitment to both education and environmental sustainability.
Professional Experience
Jonathan Dorsey's professional experience spans multiple industries and roles. He worked as a Marine Biologist at Dive Butler International Ltd. in the Maldives and as a Renewable Energy Associate at CBS. His experience also includes positions at the University of Miami, where he served as a Global Ambassador and a Physical-Biological Interactions Lab Intern. Throughout his career, he has developed skills in product management, customer research, and sustainability, contributing to his effectiveness in his current role at Apeel.
Achievements
At Apeel, Jonathan Dorsey has authored Market Requirement Documents (MRD), Product Requirement Documents (PRD), and Technical Requirement Documents (TRD) for the company's commercial products. He plays a key role in collecting and analyzing customer insights through various research methodologies, including surveys and direct interviews. His contributions to the strategic development of Apeel's products demonstrate his ability to integrate market needs with product innovation.