Michael is an experienced senior executive, investor, and program manager with a broad background in both the energy and material science sectors.Michael has served as Founder, Lead Investor, C-Level Executive, and Board Member for several companies ranging from start-ups to public companies.Michael's energy sector experience includes energy storage devices, solar energy design and program management, conventional and enhanced oil and gas production, gasification, hydrogen/syngas production, and waste to energy.Michael served as a Managing Director at iQ International AG. A leading lead-acid battery manufacturer and technology development company. Michael's experience includes operations, investment (private equity and venture capital), finance, sales, marketing, intellectual property management, and engineering.Michael has significant international experience; managing projects and teams in the US, Canada, Europe, Japan, Australia, the GCC, MENA, SAARC, and ASEAN markets. Areas of specialty:Michael has worked in all components of the energy industry. Helping form and finance multiple start-ups.Michael has helped raise over USD 30M for early and development stage energy companies. Michael has significant experience in IP management; which includes securing initial patents, licensing, and managing a worldwide patent portfolio. Michael also has significant operations and technology management experience having lead the design and construction of a pilot-scale molten metal gasification plant and serving as CEO of a Texas-based oil and gas production company.