Joel Frenette, MBA, PMP

Evaluator
DISC Type : DCS

Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) at NextEra Energy, Inc.

Delray Beach, Florida, United States

Overview

Joel Frenette is a senior technology executive with roles as CTO, CAIO, and Senior Technical Program Manager, specializing in enterprise AI strategy and large-scale IT transformations for companies like NextEra Energy. He holds multiple advanced degrees, including two MBAs. Colleagues describe him as tenacious, intelligent, proactive, and task-focused, adept at simplifying complex technical information.

An author of over ten books on AI and technology, Joel is passionate about human-centric AI that enhances, rather than replaces, the human work experience. He developed the worlds first "AI Tools for Travel Agents" training program and even built a website that provides a live feed of new AI tools, a project he completed over a holiday break.

Interesting fact: Joel taught himself ATARI BASIC programming on an Atari 130XE computer when he was just 14 years old.

Personality Overview

Thorough Evaluator

Hard To Convince

Fast But Analytical

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Topics They Care About

Human-Centric AI
A core theme in his work, he advocates for and builds AI systems that support and uplift people, ensuring technology enhances the human experience rather than replacing it.
AI in Travel
As CTO of TravelFun. Biz, he created the first AI training program for travel agents and has authored books specifically on applying AI to the travel industry.
Enterprise AI Strategy
He advises companies on implementing ethical and responsible AI at an enterprise level, focusing on governance, integration, and achieving measurable business value.

Media Appearances

Joel has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2024
Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) at NextEra Energy, Inc.
3-2025
Enterprise AI Strategy Advisory Board Member at PeopleToGo Inc.
2-2025
Council Member & Contributor at Forbes Technology Council
2-2025
Chief AI Officer (CAIO) at AIExperts99.com
2-2019
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at TravelFun.Biz

Education

9-2022 - 7-2025
Master of Business Administration - MBA from Universidad Isabel I
9-2020 - 12-2021
Master of Business Administration - MBA from Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University

More Information

Social Presence :

Prographics :

Exp : 6 Location : Delray Beach, Florida, United States Job Level : Middle Designation : Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM) at NextEra Energy, Inc.
URL has been copied!

Insights For Selling To Joel

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep a professional, business-like approach; especially if you tend to get informal quickly
  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum
  • Showcase how you can impact results but also make sure that you share detailed information too

DONT's

  • Don’t focus on relationship, focus purely on the merit of your product
  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine
  • Avoid making strong statements, instead invite them to agree with you by asking them questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Joel is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Joel

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Joel move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Joel take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Joel

Personality Compatibility


Other NextEra Energy, Inc. Employees

Explore more public profiles from related professionals at the same organization.

More Profiles

Discover additional public profiles from our index.

Search more profiles

Looking for someone else? Search here for anyone.

Or visit Humantic AI to know more.