Jonathan Albarran

Jonathan Albarran is an American technology executive, business strategist, and self-taught polymath whose career spans both startup ventures and high-impact corporate initiatives. At Beyond Meat, he developed the company’s foundational technology systems, leveraging his multidisciplinary expertise to support its IPO and rapid growth. He also played a key role in Planet Partnership—a joint venture between Beyond Meat and PepsiCo—where he guided its technological strategy. Building on this success, Jonathan joined PepsiCo’s Global Design team to expand the organization’s creative technology capabilities. There, he pioneered the use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to drive personalized consumer engagement at scale, shaping branding strategies across PepsiCo’s global portfolio. Outside his corporate work, Jonathan founded Moonlight Industries, a self-funded think tank dedicated to entrepreneurial and technological innovation. Splitting his time between New York and Los Angeles, he balances professional ventures with personal passions for photography and aviation.