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Michel Emile Chammas is an energy industry entrepreneur, engineering leader, and community advocate whose career has spanned more than four decades of innovation, business development, and civic engagement.

Born in Chekka, North Lebanon, Chammas moved to the United States to pursue higher education and earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University at Buffalo in 1984. Following his graduation, he began his professional career in Houston, Texas, where he established himself as a leader in specialized oilfield technologies and industrial innovation.

Chammas spent 25 years with Pipe Recovery Systems, Inc., serving as Part Owner and General Manager from 1984 to 2009. During this period, he worked alongside his late uncle, Edmond Chammas, a pioneer in chemical cutting technology for the oilfield industry. Building on this foundation, Chammas founded Chammas Cutters, Inc. in Houston in 2009, where he serves as President and CEO. The company develops, manufactures, and supports advanced cutting technologies used worldwide in oil and gas operations. In 2019, he expanded the company’s capabilities through the launch of Chammas Plasma Cutters, introducing innovative thermite-based plasma cutting solutions designed to provide efficient alternatives for challenging industrial applications.

Beyond his professional achievements, Chammas has dedicated significant time and leadership to strengthening cultural, educational, and civic connections between the United States and Lebanon. He has served as a Charter Trustee and past president of the American Lebanese Cultural Center (ALCC), where he contributed to advancing community engagement and leading major cultural initiatives. Since 2023, he has served as President of the American Friends of Notre Dame University-Louaize (AFNDU), supporting educational opportunities, student scholarships, and stronger ties between Lebanese and American communities.

Chammas has also contributed for more than two decades to the American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL), serving on its Board of Directors and supporting efforts to promote constructive dialogue and stronger relations between the United States and Lebanon.

Throughout his career, Chammas has demonstrated a commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship, and service. His work reflects a lifelong dedication to advancing technology, supporting educational opportunity, and strengthening the communities with which he is connected.

He resides in Houston, Texas, with his family and enjoys traveling, skiing, and playing pickleball.