Joel Hron

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New Orleans, Louisiana, United States18 yrs 2 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Led AI innovation at Thomson Reuters.
  • Expert in machine learning and data analytics.
  • Strong background in engineering and technology advisory.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in AI and technology innovation within the SaaS and enterprise solutions sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Artificial Intelligence (ai)Strategic Technology DevelopmentMachine LearningTechnology AdvisoryExecutive AdvisoryBoard Advisory Services

Other Skills

Creativity and InnovationExecutive ManagementComputer VisionStart-up VenturesEngineeringHigher EducationOil & Gas IndustryPythonEnergy IndustryMechanical EngineeringReservoir EngineeringStrategic PlanningEnergyMatlabLaTeX

About

As an accomplished Product and Technology Executive, my career is marked by the successful development and deployment of cutting-edge machine learning technologies and software solutions across a diverse range of business environments. With a proven ability to spearhead innovation and strategic initiatives, I excel in crafting high-performing teams and organizations dedicated to leveraging technology creatively for significant business impact. My passion for emerging technologies, especially in Machine Learning and AI, is matched by a solid foundation in data analytics and its application in driving operational excellence and process innovations. This blend of interests and expertise has been instrumental in identifying and capitalizing on unique opportunities to enhance efficiency and value. In my role today as Global Head of AI for Thomson Reuters, I am lead the teams responsible for the end to end research and development of AI capabilities within all products and services across the the TR portfolio, including Legal, Tax, Audit, Compliance, Risk, News, and others. Our mission is to be the leading force in AI innovation across all industries served by TR, creating a world where AI not only informs the way forward but drives it, transforming the way people access and utilize information, and ultimately, fostering a more informed, efficient, and just society.

Experience

18 yrs 2 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 8 mos
Average Tenure
4 yrs 2 mos
Current Experience

Thomson reuters

3 roles

Chief Technology Officer

Promoted

Jul 2024Present · 1 yr 11 mos

  • As the CTO, I lead product engineering and AI research and development for Thomson Reuters' global portfolio of products and services.
Technology AdvisoryArtificial Intelligence (AI)Strategic Technology Development

Head of Artificial Intelligence and TR Labs

Promoted

Aug 2023Jul 2024 · 11 mos

  • I served as the global Head of Artificial Intelligence and TR Labs at Thomson Reuters. We are at the forefront of technology development and application in the areas of Generative AI, Information Retrieval, Natural Language Processing, Risk and Fraud Monitoring, and many other areas where advanced application of AI technologies is prevalent.
Machine LearningArtificial Intelligence (AI)Strategic Technology DevelopmentCreativity and InnovationExecutive Management

Vice President Of Technology

Apr 2022Aug 2023 · 1 yr 4 mos

Scope

Board Member

Apr 2024Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · Houston, Texas, United States · Remote

Technology AdvisoryArtificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionStart-up Ventures

Tcu college of science and engineering

Member of the Board of Advisors

Apr 2024Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · Fort Worth, Texas, United States · Remote

Executive AdvisoryBoard Advisory ServicesEngineeringHigher Education

Thoughttrace

Chief Technology Officer

Oct 2017Jun 2022 · 4 yrs 8 mos · New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

  • At ThoughtTrace, I am responsible for leading our Product, Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence teams and strategy. Our mission is to deliver Document Understanding to the enterprise in a scalable, reliable, and secure way using best-in-class technologies delivered through a simple but powerful user experience.

Anadarko petroleum corporation

3 roles

Engineering Manager - Advanced Analytics and Emerging Technology

Promoted

Dec 2016Oct 2017 · 10 mos

  • Engineering Manager within the Advanced Analytics and Emerging Technology team focused on developing new technologies and next-generation capabilities, especially in the areas of competitor intelligence, digital operations, reservoir characterization and modeling, and geophysical analysis, with a focus on leveraging advances in data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other big data technologies.

Sr Reservoir Engineer

Promoted

Feb 2012Dec 2016 · 4 yrs 10 mos

  • Worked in various capacities as a Reservoir Engineer for Anadarko. Managed assets in North Africa handling a variety of responsibilities, including technical oversight of reservoir development and management, commercial and economic evaluations. Also worked on a team that pioneered development of the Wolfcamp Shale in the Permian Basin and aided in the evaluation and execution of numerous M&A and joint venture opportunities in the basin. Lastly, I played an instrumental role in shaping how the company utilized advanced analytics and machine learning to evaluate its assets and competitors to drive business decision making and portfolio optimization.

Engineer, Worldwide Projects

Jan 2011Feb 2012 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Responsible for the engineering management and operations of several major multi-billion dollar deepwater facilities assets.

Applied research laboratory

Graduate Research Assistant

Jan 2010Jan 2011 · 1 yr · Austin, Texas Area

  • Graduate level experimental research on the use of advanced signal processing techniques to characterize underwater sediments.
  • Graduate level coursework focus on thermal/fluid systems concepts.

Lockheed martin

Undergraduate Intern

Aug 2006May 2008 · 1 yr 9 mos · Fort Worth, TX

  • Studied and modeled heat transfer characteristics of the cockpit of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter using computational fluid dynamics.

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Master of Science - MS — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2009Jan 2011

Texas Christian University

Bachelor of Science - BS — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2005Jan 2009

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