Michael Swan, MBA
About Michael Swan, MBA
Michael Swan, MBA, serves as the Distribution Dispatcher and Head of Distribution at CenterPoint Energy, where he has worked since 2005. He has held various roles in the company and has a strong educational background in business administration.
Current Role at CenterPoint Energy
Michael Swan serves as the Distribution Dispatcher and Head of Distribution at CenterPoint Energy, a position he has held since 2005. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing distribution operations and ensuring efficient electricity delivery. He has been instrumental in developing and implementing plans to restore electricity to distribution circuits impacted by various issues, including equipment failures and severe weather. His extensive experience in the field contributes to the effective management of distribution systems.
Previous Experience at CenterPoint Energy
Prior to his current role, Michael Swan held several positions at CenterPoint Energy. He worked as a Project Manager and Service Consultant from 2013 to 2015, and as a System Controller from 2015 to 2017. In these roles, he was responsible for training apprentices on departmental practices and developing presentations for ERCOT and surrounding utility providers. His diverse experience within the company has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the utility sector.
Educational Background
Michael Swan has a solid educational foundation in business and management. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Houston Baptist University, where he studied Business Administration and Management from 2007 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Administration from LeTourneau University, completed between 2002 and 2005. Additionally, he obtained an Associate of Arts degree from Tomball College, where he studied from 1995 to 2000.
Early Career Experience
Before his extensive career in the utility sector, Michael Swan gained diverse work experience in various roles. He worked at Hewlett-Packard as a Quality Support Specialist from 2003 to 2005 and as an Executive Support Specialist I and II from 2000 to 2003. His early career also included a position as a Pin Setter at a bowling alley from 1999 to 2000 and as a Chimney Cleaner at Chimney's R US from 1998 to 1999. These roles contributed to his skill set and work ethic.
Technical Skills and Systems Expertise
Michael Swan has developed extensive technical skills throughout his career, particularly in the utility sector. He has worked with various systems, including Mobile Data, Graphical, Outage, SAP, DSCADA, and REDE systems. His expertise includes leading training for second-year apprentices on Underground Residential Distribution (URD) and ensuring that team members are well-versed in company practices and safety protocols.