Michael Wirth


Michael Wirth is the present CEO of Chevron Corporation. He started the position in 2017, replacing John S. Watson. Previously he served as the vice chairman of the board of directors of the company.

Career

Wirth joined Chevron in 1982 and worked in multiple sectors including engineering, construction, and operations. He became the president of marketing for Chevron’s Asia, Africa and Middle East region in 2001.
He also served on the board of directors for Caltex Australia Limited and GS Caltex Corporation.