Joi Harris

Joi Harris is president and chief operating officer of DTE Gas, DTE Energy’s natural gas utility which provides service to 1.3 million homes and businesses in Michigan. Harris is responsible for all utility gas operations, including gas sales and distribution and storage services.

Harris’ career with DTE Energy spans 30 years. Prior to her current role, Harris was senior vice president of Major Enterprise Projects where she was responsible for leading the project management, planning and execution of the company’s largest initiatives, including the construction of DTE’s renewable energy projects, and projects in Power Generation, Distribution, Nuclear and Gas Midstream platforms. Harris joined DTE Gas (formerly Michigan Consolidated Gas Company) in 1991. She has served in leadership positions in a number of areas including distribution field operations, system control and transmission operations.

Harris earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master of Business Administration degree from Wayne State University.

Harris earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master of Business Administration degree from Wayne State University.

Harris serves as vice president of the board of directors for the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP). She is a member of the Wayne State University’s College of Engineering Board of Visitors and Industrial Engineering Advisory Board. Harris was chosen by the Michigan Chronicle as one of the "Women of Excellence," recognized by "Who's Who in Black Detroit," and honored at the 2016 Women of Color STEM Conference for her career achievements.