Jared Friedman, MBA, Pmp
About Jared Friedman, MBA, Pmp
Jared Friedman is the Vice President, North America at Climeworks, with extensive experience in the clean energy sector and a background in business development and project management.
Current Role at Climeworks
Jared Friedman currently holds the position of Vice President, North America at Climeworks, based in Boulder, Colorado. He has been serving in this role since 2023. Climeworks is known for its pioneering work in direct air capture technology, which aims to combat climate change by capturing CO2 directly from the atmosphere. Jared's role involves overseeing operations in North America, emphasizing strategic growth and expansion in the clean energy sector.
Previous Experience at Prologis
Before joining Climeworks, Jared Friedman served as Vice President, Global Energy at Prologis from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in advancing Prologis' energy initiatives. Most notably, his efforts contributed to Prologis achieving the #2 spot in the Solar Energy Industries Association's (SEIA) annual ranking of corporates in the U.S. for total onsite solar deployed in 2022. This achievement underscores Jared's effectiveness in driving renewable energy projects.
Background in Renewable Energy and Strategy
Jared Friedman has an extensive background in renewable energy and strategic development, having worked at multiple companies in the sector. From 2017 to 2020, he was the Director of Commercial & Industrial Sales and Sales Operations at REC Solar, and earlier, from 2015 to 2017, he was the Director of Sales Operations at the same company. He also held significant roles at Berkshire Hathaway Energy, including Director of Renewable Energy Strategy & Development at NV Energy (2014 to 2015), Business Planning Manager (2013 to 2014), and Manager of Project Administration (2012 to 2013).
Educational Background
Jared Friedman holds an MBA from IESE Business School, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. At the time of his admission, IESE was ranked #1 globally by the Economist and Financial Times. Jared also earned an MBA from London Business School in 2008. He holds a dual major Bachelor's degree in Finance and Management from Northern Arizona University's W. A. Franke College of Business, which he completed from 1995 to 2000. His educational background has equipped him with expertise in management, entrepreneurship, strategy, and project management.
International Work Experience
Throughout his career, Jared Friedman has accumulated extensive international experience, having worked in North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. This global exposure has provided him with a unique perspective on various markets and the operational dynamics of the clean energy sector worldwide. His diverse work experience includes roles in business development, project management, and strategic planning in different geographic and cultural contexts.