Joseph currently serves as President of AES Vietnam. He is responsible for all aspects of AES’ business activities in Vietnam including the operation of the 1,242 MW Mong Duong 2 Power Plant, the development of the 2,250 MW Son My No. 2 (CCGT) power plant together with the $1.5 billion Son My LNG import terminal, the development of renewable energy projects and the commercialization in market of AES renewable technology investments such as Fluence and 5B. AES has offices in Hanoi, HCMC, Binh Thuan Province and Quang Ninh Province.

Prior to moving to Vietnam in 2022, Joseph served the AES Corporation as Vice President of Market Development based in AES global headquarters in Arlington Virginia. There Joseph managed a commercial portfolio which included developing energy resilience solutions for the United States Government as well as various business development objectives across AES’ international businesses.

Joseph came to AES from a career serving in various energy policy and diplomatic roles in the United States Government from the halls of Congress to the Office of International Affairs at The Department of Energy where he managed the Office of Market Development and Energy Innovation. 

With extensive energy policy and diplomatic experience in Vietnam, Joseph is focused on the development, construction and operation of energy projects in the country and plays an active role in the sustainable development agenda of the industry. He continues to engage with Government stakeholders from Vietnam and the United States to promote bilateral business relationships between the two countries.