About Me

Jeff Frey, PhD - author, speaker, technologist

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My Life, At a Glance

I’ve been married to a beautiful Licensed Professional Counselor for 30 years. Together we’re raising two teenage boys and building a life rooted in faith, family, and impact. I’m a triathlete, worship leader at church, and lifelong learner with a PhD in Emotional Intelligence. By day, I teach future entrepreneurs at top-ranked universities. By night, I help high-performers avoid burnout and bring bold ideas to life. Whether I’m consulting with a Fortune 500 team, co-authoring a book with my wife, or mentoring a student, I thrive on helping people grow—with clarity, courage, and intentionality.

With a unique blend of computer science, business strategy, and emotional intelligence, I help people and organizations unlock real-world growth. I’ve taught at the nation’s top-ranked entrepreneurship programs, launched successful ventures, and spoken on stages from TEDx to NASA.

Education & Experience

PhD in Management, Sustainable Systems

Case Western Reserve University, Weatherhead School of Management
Emotionally Intelligent Workplaces, Wellbeing, and Leadership Effectiveness ... Studied under Dr. Richard E. Boyatzis, a pioneer in Emotional Intelligence research
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2019
Cleveland, OH

MBA in Strategic Management

Rice University, Jones Graduate School of Business
Specialized in digital transformation & systems thinking
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2010
Houston, TX

MS in Computer Science

Kent State University
Human Genome Project Algorithms to Discover The Music Genome
First student accepted into an accelerated Bachelor's/Master's degree
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1998
Kent, OH

Executive Director of Learning

Talent Path @ Genuent
Co-founded a venture providing "Last Mile" training and job placement for college graduates in emerging technologies
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2018 - 2022
LA, DC, Atlanta, New York

Director of Innovation Communities

MD Anderson Cancer Center
Managed the intake and analysis of new opportunities and solutions through the Innovation and Strategy Division
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2012 - 2017
Houston, TX

Director of IT Solutions

Rice University
Oversaw IT customer liaison group operations and complete custom technology solutions for external clients
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2004 - 2012
Houston, TX

International AppDev Manager

McDermott International, Inc.
Oversaw 60+ IT professionals globally, supporting solutions in energy manufacturing sectors
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1998 - 2004
Dubai, UAE & Singapore

Other Projects I’m Building

Over the years, I’ve launched and supported ventures across wellness, education, and technology — each with purpose and impact in mind.
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Whether it’s a product, program, or transformation...  
I help leaders turn vision into momentum.