Michael Zhao

Michael Zhao is a seasoned professional in advanced technology management and process engineering with extensive experience across multiple companies in the chemical and energy sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Advanced Technology Manager at Honeywell, a position held since August 2025, Zhao previously worked as a Senior Process Engineer at Velocys and LanzaJet from March 2024 to March 2025 and July 2023 to March 2024, respectively. Zhao's earlier roles include Process Specialist at S & B Engineers and Constructors, Ltd., and Research and Development Specialist at Monument Chemical. Significant expertise was developed as a Renewable Diesel and Hydrotreating Technologist at Axens from August 2015 to December 2020, where responsibilities included technical proposal development and client liaison activities related to various hydroprocessing technologies. Educational credentials include a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Catalysis) from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Tianjin University.