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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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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