Jackson Polatnick

Jackson Polatnick is the Co-Founder and CEO of Fig AI, a venture-backed company focused on automating workflows for food manufacturers using AI agents. He leverages his background in the food manufacturing industry, being a 4th generation professional in the field, combined with his expertise gained from Instacart and his Stanford MBA, to modernize the food manufacturing software stack. weekday+3

Before co-founding Fig AI, Jackson spent five years at Instacart, progressing through various strategic and business development roles, which provided him with extensive experience in scaling businesses within the consumer and tech sectors. This experience, along with his role as a Lead Investment Partner at The MBA Fund, highlights his strong business acumen and investment knowledge. thembafund

His early career included a significant internship at Intel Corporation in Ethics and Legal Compliance, where he developed a deep understanding of AI ethics and corporate social responsibility. This early exposure to ethical considerations in technology, along with his academic background in Economics and Entrepreneurship, underpins his holistic approach to business and innovation. scu

Jackson is also actively involved in promoting mental wellness, particularly for men, through his participation in The Scooty Fund. He speaks on topics such as vulnerability, mental health awareness, and building meaningful connections, indicating a commitment to personal growth and community well-being beyond his professional endeavors. buzzsprout+1