As one of the original team members of Osprey Initiative, Jack Bates has been instrumental in shaping the company’s mission and operations since joining in April 2018. Born in Madison, Mississippi, Jack is now based in Mobile and oversees field operations across Osprey’s entire footprint, managing everything from tactical cleanups and installations to weekly maintenance work in the field.
With a background in Professional Health Sciences from the University of South Alabama, Jack brings a thoughtful, hands-on approach to environmental restoration. He takes pride in helping return polluted areas to their natural beauty and enjoys the outdoor nature of the job. When he’s not leading field teams or managing cleanups, Jack spends his free time adventuring with his wife and dogs or exploring the outdoors.
His favorite odd find during a cleanup? An unsettling number of baby dolls—always watching.