Jean-Simon Venne

Jean-Simon is the visionary behind BrainBox AI, a pioneer in AI-driven HVAC technology designed to make buildings smarter, greener, and more efficient. ARIA is the world’s first genAI-powered, virtual building engineer, that integrates seamlessly into building management systems to predict and resolve operational inefficiencies. Guided by Jean-Simon’s mission to redefine building optimization, ARIA has navigated challenges like rapid AI advancements and the need for new technical skills and vendor partnerships. The company’s AI for building optimization solution is operating in over 14,000 buildings in over 20 countries, with a massive impact:  Achieving energy savings of up to 25%, reducing carbon emissions by up to 40%, and extending HVAC equipment life by up to 50%.