ROCKINGHAM, VA - With innovation always on the brain, the team at Soli Organic™ is adding a new member to its ranks. The controlled environment agriculture grower recently announced that Jeff Jackson has come on board as Chief Infrastructure Officer, leading building, geographic expansion, clean and low-carbon energy sourcing, scaled design, and facility development.
“Throughout my career, I’ve had the pleasure of working with world-changing, visionary companies and leaders. I was attracted to Soli Organic’s powerful combination of unmatched technology innovation, strong consumer value proposition, and increasing momentum,” said Jackson. “I’m joining the Soli Organic team at an exciting time and look forward to further cementing the company’s reputation for applying innovation to reduce the climate impact of the food system and expand access to organic, affordable options.”
Jackson brings more than two decades of experience in operations, engineering, and construction to support Soli’s strategic development of its high-tech facilities and infrastructure. According to a release, this will include the completion of upcoming facilities in Brooks, Texas, and Marysville, Washington.
Additionally, Jackson will help to identify and build new site locations in proximity to key markets in partnership with communities and local officials. He will also play a central role in executing the company’s sustainability and clean energy sourcing strategies.
Prior to joining Soli Organic, Jackson spent over seven years at Tesla, serving most recently as Director of Infrastructure. Before that, he held senior leadership roles in operations and facilities at Samsung Austin Semiconductor.
“We are committed to flipping the paradigm that organic must be more expensive. Our indoor farms provide sure supply of fresh, nearby, sustainably grown produce, and our technology allows us to provide the quality organic produce consumers want at prices they can afford. Demand in key markets is high, and we are gaining leadership as we rise to meet it with expanded facilities in strategic locations,” said Matt Ryan, Chief Executive Officer of Soli Organic. “Jeff will further accelerate our efforts in this next phase of growth, drawing on decades of experience with global brands well-known for fast growth and world-changing technology to drive the evolution of industries.”
Congratulations to Jeff Jackson on this new position!
