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James Fridenberg

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Managing Vice President, Digital + Technology Transformation at Marriott International
📍 Bethesda, Maryland, United States

James Fridenberg is an IT executive and the Managing Vice President of Digital + Technology Transformation at Marriott International. He specializes in building motivated organizations and leading strategic initiatives. Colleagues describe him as a decisive, results-driven, and people-oriented leader with a visionary approach. He holds a BS from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona.

Outside of his executive roles, James has contributed to industry discussions through publications and presentations. An older biography mentions he is married and has two children, indicating a focus on family life alongside his demanding career.

He is the author of publications including "The Coming of the Digital Dynasty" and "Dossier: Offshore Outsourcing."

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Experience
35 Years
Current Role
Managing Vice President, Digital + Technology Transformation
Job Level
Senior
Location
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
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Technology Transformation
His current role and career history are centered on leading digital and technology transformation for major corporations like Marriott International and Zurich Insurance.
Enterprise AI
He recently highlighted Marriott's adoption of enterprise AI as a "thoughtful and purposeful step," signaling a strong interest in practical AI applications.
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Career

Work history

1-2025
Managing Vice President, Digital + Technology Transformation
Marriott International
3-2015 - 1-2025
Vice President, IT Business Partnership and Planning
Marriott International
3-2010 - 3-2015
Global Account Executive, VP
Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC)
2007 - 2010
Senior Vice President, Head of North America Infrastructure & Data Centers
Zurich Insurance Company Ltd
1991 - 2007
VP IT, Applications and Development
Farmers Insurance Group
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Education
BS
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
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