Michel Chornet
About Michel Chornet
Michel Chornet serves as the Executive Vice President of Technology and Global Commercialization at Enerkem, bringing over 23 years of experience in process technology development and commercialization in the energy and chemical sectors.
Current Role at Enerkem
Michel Chornet serves as the Executive Vice President of Technology and Global Commercialization at Enerkem. He has held this position since 2023, working on-site in Canada. In this role, he focuses on advancing Enerkem's technology initiatives and expanding its global market presence.
Previous Experience at Enerkem
Before his current role, Michel Chornet worked at Enerkem in various capacities. He was the Vice President of Project Executions and Plant Operations from 2015 to 2023, overseeing project management and operational functions. He also served as Plant Manager from 2013 to 2015, managing plant operations in Edmonton, Canada.
Experience at Shell
Michel Chornet has a significant background with Shell, where he worked as a Reservoir Engineer from 1998 to 1999 and as a Plant Process Engineer from 2003 to 2005. His roles involved technical and engineering responsibilities within the energy sector, contributing to his expertise in process technology.
Education and Expertise
Michel Chornet holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from McGill University, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from McGill University, completing his studies from 2002 to 2006. His educational background supports his extensive experience in process technology development and commercialization.
Career at Fractal Systems
Michel Chornet worked at Fractal Systems as Vice President of Engineering & Technology Development from 2006 to 2016. During his tenure, he focused on engineering and technology advancements in the energy sector, contributing to the company's growth and innovation.