As a Senior Research Manager, Jonathan is involved in guiding Springboard’s emergence into new markets and regions.  Besides managing global emerging market research projects, Jonathan also analyzes market trends and helps to present and communicate these findings to Springboard’s clients.

Much of the work that Jonathan has done is focused on tracking and researching developing markets. His excellent communication and people skills have served to be valuable assets in managing projects and developing an extensive network that is crucial to executing and delivering value to Springboard’s clients.

Prior to joining Springboard Research, Jonathan was an International Trade Specialist at the American Trading International.  Apart from being involved in contractual preparations and negotiation of payment terms, he also helped increase the penetration of U.S. products and services in the international market.  Jonathan has also served in the United States’ public sector for the Department of Commerce. There, he coordinated customize market research projects and counseled foreign buyers seeking U.S. products and services. He managed the competitive analysis of foreign markets, emerging market assessments, market forecasts, and country/industry specific market analysis.

Jonathan earned his degree in Political Science and English from the University of California, Santa Barbara.