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DTE Energy Names Joi Harris as New President and CEO, Jerry Norcia to Serve as Executive Chairman

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DTE Energy, a leading energy company, has announced that Joi Harris will take over as the new President and CEO on September 8, 2025, succeeding Jerry Norcia. Harris, who has been the President and Chief Operating Officer, will bring her 34 years of experience and a proven track record of operational excellence to the role. Norcia will transition to serve as Executive Chairman of the Board, supporting Harris in her new position. Harris has delivered measurable results for DTE's customers, modernized critical infrastructure, and inspired high-performing teams to rise to the challenges of an evolving energy landscape.

Key Takeaways:

  • Joi Harris, current President and Chief Operating Officer of DTE Energy, will become the new President and CEO on September 8, 2025.
  • Jerry Norcia, current Chairman and CEO, will transition to serve as Executive Chairman of the Board.
  • Harris has 34 years of experience at DTE, with a proven track record of operational excellence, and will bring clear-eyed judgment, purpose-driven leadership, and an unwavering commitment to DTE's customers, employees, investors, and communities.
  • Norcia has been in leadership roles at DTE for 22 years, shaping a culture grounded in performance, integrity, and impact, and will continue to serve on several boards, including Henry Ford Health, Business Leaders for Michigan, and the Detroit Regional Partnership.
  • Harris was a key architect of DTE's increased investment in its electric grid, resulting in a 70% improvement in electric reliability in 2024.
  • Harris has led DTE's electric and gas utilities, customer service, information technology, safety, and other essential organizations, and has served in various roles across the company, including distribution field operations, system control, and transmission operations.
  • Harris will continue Norcia's legacy, including the Low-Income Self-Sufficiency Program and the Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP), which has expanded eligibility and access, doubling the number of Michiganders who can receive energy assistance over the next five years.

Statistics:

  • DTE Energy's electric grid saw a 70% improvement in reliability in 2024 due to Harris's leadership.
  • Harris has 34 years of experience at DTE Energy.
  • Norcia has 22 years of experience in leadership roles at DTE Energy.
  • MEAP (Michigan Energy Assistance Program) will double the number of Michiganders who can receive energy assistance over the next five years.

Sources:

  • DTE Energy Press Release
  • Business leaders for Michigan
  • Detroit Regional Partnership
  • NewsRx LLC.

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