SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, January 16, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Joseph M. Shakespeare has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Joseph Shakespeare is a technical program manager at Power Design Inc., where he provides leadership in the planning and execution of complex lighting controls and integrated building automation systems. He is based in St. Petersburg, Florida, and is recognized for his technical expertise, instructional leadership, and sustained professional advancement within the electrical and building technologies sector.

Mr. Shakespeare joined Power Design Inc. in 2022 as a Lighting Controls Designer. Through demonstrated technical mastery and a comprehensive understanding of lighting control systems, he quickly became the organization's subject matter expert in this discipline. His contributions and leadership resulted in successive promotions to Solutions Architect, Senior Solutions Architect, and ultimately to his current role as Technical Program Manager. In this capacity, he oversees successful scope delivery, supports cross-functional coordination, and ensures the successful implementation of scalable, high-performance solutions across major projects.

From an early age, Mr. Shakespeare aspired to become a leader within his industry and pursued his professional goals with intention and discipline. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Technology Engineering from Texas A&M University in 2015, supporting himself throughout his education while working as a campus bus driver. During this time, he was also employed by Apple as an AppleCare Advisor, where his aptitude for problem-solving and leadership led to his promotion to a managerial position, the youngest in the company.

Following graduation, Mr. Shakespeare began his career at Lutron Electronics as a field engineer. Although building automation was not initially aligned with his long-term vision, he recognized it as an opportunity to develop deep technical expertise and quickly grew to love the field. He committed himself to mastering lighting controls systems, a decision that would become foundational to his career trajectory and professional distinction.

Throughout his career, Mr. Shakespeare has contributed to several high-profile, complex projects, including the United States Embassy in London, Meta's data center in Dublin, and Apple's corporate headquarters in California. His work on these initiatives reflects both technical rigor and the ability to operate effectively within large-scale, mission-critical environments.

In addition to his project leadership, Mr. Shakespeare is deeply committed to mentorship and workforce development. He created and teaches a lighting controls certification program at Power Design Inc., recognized as an industry first. Through this initiative, he has shared his knowledge and expertise to strengthen organizational capability, streamline technical proficiency, and support the professional growth of colleagues across the company.

Mr. Shakespeare continues to focus on advancing the lighting control scope with technical excellence while contributing to the long-term success of Power Design. He is known for his methodical approach, commitment to mentorship, and dedication to elevating industry standards.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Mr. Shakespeare values time with his family. He and his wife are the parents of three children. He is also an avid supporter of Wolverhampton Wanderers, his hometown soccer team in England.

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