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    Michael K. Wirth

    Chairman of the Board and CEO at CHEVRON
    Board
    Since February 2018
    Age
    64 years
    Education
    Holds Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Colorado.
    Tenure
    Joined in 1982 as a design engineer and advanced through roles including President of Global Supply and Trading, Executive Vice President of Downstream & Chemicals, Executive Vice President of Midstream & Development, Vice Chairman of the Board, and currently serves as Chairman of the Board and CEO since February 2018.

    Also at CHEVRON

    AW
    Andy Walz
    President, Downstream, Midstream & Chemicals
    BK
    Balaji Krishnamurthy
    Vice President, Chevron Technical Center
    EPB
    Eimear P. Bonner
    Vice President and CFO

    About

    Michael K. Wirth has built a long-standing career at Chevron, beginning his journey in 1982 as a design engineer. His early experiences laid the foundation for a dynamic career in the energy industry, where he consistently took on roles of increasing responsibility and complexity.

    Throughout his tenure, he has navigated multiple roles that span across various segments of the business, reflecting a deep commitment to both operational excellence and strategic growth. His progression through positions such as President of Global Supply and Trading and several Executive Vice President roles showcased his expertise in transforming business operations.

    Beyond his core responsibilities, his leadership extended into significant corporate transformations, including restructuring initiatives and major business turnarounds, underscoring a forward-thinking approach to driving efficiency and competitiveness. His service on various boards and industry councils further highlights a diverse contribution to the energy sector and related industries.

    $CVX Performance Under Michael K. Wirth

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Chevron Corporation (CVX) Vice Chairman of the Board 2017–2018 Held prior to becoming Chairman and CEO
    Chevron Corporation (CVX) Executive Vice President, Midstream & Development 2016–2018 Held prior to CEO promotion
    Chevron Corporation (CVX) Executive Vice President, Downstream & Chemicals 2006–2015 Served before assuming CEO role
    Chevron Corporation (CVX) President, Global Supply and Trading 2003–2006 Preceded subsequent executive roles
    Chevron Corporation (CVX) Engineering, Construction, Marketing, and Operations Roles 1982–2003 Began career as a design engineer and held various roles

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    American Petroleum Institute Chairman of the Board N/A N/A
    Catalyst Board Member N/A N/A
    National Petroleum Council Member N/A N/A
    Business Roundtable Member N/A N/A
    World Economic Forum International Business Council Member N/A N/A
    American Heart Association CEO Roundtable Member N/A N/A
    The Business Council Member N/A N/A
    American Society of Corporate Executives Member N/A N/A

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Annual Base Salary$1,850,000N/AEffective March 2023
    Actual Salary Earned$1,818,750N/AProrated for 2023
    Salary Deferred under the DCP$29,775N/ADeferred under DCP

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023

    No information available on performance compensation for 2023

    Interviews

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth at CERAWeek 2025 thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth at CERAWeek 2025

    Chevron
    20:47 min
    Mar 18, 2025
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    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on Q4 results: Very strong momentum heading into 2025 thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on Q4 results: Very strong momentum heading into 2025

    CNBC Television
    6:43 min
    Jan 31, 2025
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    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on Q3 results: Production was our highest third quarter ever thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on Q3 results: Production was our highest third quarter ever

    CNBC Television
    4:56 min
    Nov 1, 2024
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    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth Talks Oil Prices, Quarter Report | Bloomberg Talks thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth Talks Oil Prices, Quarter Report | Bloomberg Talks

    Bloomberg Podcasts
    12:10 min
    May 2, 2025
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    Chevron CEO reveals concerns with leaving Venezuela: 'Seen this playbook before' thumbnail

    Chevron CEO reveals concerns with leaving Venezuela: 'Seen this playbook before'

    Fox Business
    6:21 min
    May 5, 2025
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    Chevron CEO: We're expecting potentially less demand growth as global economy may slow thumbnail

    Chevron CEO: We're expecting potentially less demand growth as global economy may slow

    CNBC Television
    4:16 min
    May 2, 2025
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    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth: No signs that we're in or close to a recession at this point thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth: No signs that we're in or close to a recession at this point

    CNBC Television
    8:44 min
    Apr 22, 2025
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    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth: Demand for natural gas will be higher than expected thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth: Demand for natural gas will be higher than expected

    CNBC Television
    4:48 min
    May 6, 2024
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    Anchor is some of the lowest carbon intensity in the world, says Chevron CEO Mike Wirth thumbnail

    Anchor is some of the lowest carbon intensity in the world, says Chevron CEO Mike Wirth

    CNBC Television
    9:30 min
    Oct 24, 2024
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    Chevron CEO on returning to growth, deepwater Anchor project thumbnail

    Chevron CEO on returning to growth, deepwater Anchor project

    CNBC Television
    4:35 min
    Sep 17, 2024
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    Chevron Cuts Buybacks as Oil Demand Slows; CEO Mike Wirth Explains thumbnail

    Chevron Cuts Buybacks as Oil Demand Slows; CEO Mike Wirth Explains

    Bloomberg Podcasts
    12:02 min
    May 2, 2025
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    Chevron CEO Wirth on Planned Cost Cuts, Permian Output thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Wirth on Planned Cost Cuts, Permian Output

    Bloomberg Television
    10:12 min
    Nov 1, 2024
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    Affordable energy key to keeping inflation at level economies can handle, says Chevron CEO Wirth thumbnail

    Affordable energy key to keeping inflation at level economies can handle, says Chevron CEO Wirth

    CNBC Television
    10:01 min
    Oct 24, 2024
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    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on Q2 earnings: We're delivering strong results in a turbulent world thumbnail

    Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on Q2 earnings: We're delivering strong results in a turbulent world

    CNBC Television
    6:43 min
    Jul 24, 2023
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    Chevron's CEO on Climate Change, Oil Prices, and Warren Buffett | At Barron's thumbnail

    Chevron's CEO on Climate Change, Oil Prices, and Warren Buffett | At Barron's

    Barron's
    21:47 min
    Sep 28, 2023
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    Chevron Chairman & CEO Mike Wirth Talks Trump's Energy Policy | Bloomberg Talks thumbnail

    Chevron Chairman & CEO Mike Wirth Talks Trump's Energy Policy | Bloomberg Talks

    Bloomberg Podcasts
    15:45 min
    Feb 5, 2025
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