Michael Dessauer

About Michael Dessauer

Enterprise AI & Data Science leader driving GenAI platforms and AI-ready data foundations delivering $10MM+ in annual business value across manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial operations.I currently lead enterprise-wide AI strategy and execution at Westlake Chemical, owning the roadmap for GenAI, machine learning, and analytics platforms used at scale across the organization. My remit spans AI governance, production MLOps, cloud-first architecture, and the delivery of executive-trusted AI capabilities that translate directly into operational efficiency, margin improvement, and decision advantage.Previously at Dow, I led global analytics and AI initiatives supporting large-scale manufacturing operations, building and scaling platforms that enabled the sustainable adoption of advanced analytics and machine learning across thousands of users. Partnering closely with operations, IT, and research organizations, I helped move AI from experimentation to embedded capability, delivering measurable business impact.I specialize in building and leading high-performing AI organizations, translating strategy into production systems, and scaling AI responsibly in complex, regulated industrial environments.

Experience

1. Manager - Data Science

   Westlake

   Oct 2021 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Data Science Manager is responsible for leading the Data Science team, which includes developing AI and analytics outsourcing/insourcing strategies and technical solutions to execute enterprise digital programs that achieve business, corporate, and manufacturing goals.

Education

• Louisiana State University

  BS, Biological Engineering

  1998 — 2003

• Louisiana Tech University

  PhD, Computational Analysis and Modeling

  2005 — 2011

• Louisiana Tech University

  Masters, Mathematics

  2005 — 2010

Skills

• Monte Carlo Simulation
• Python
• Algorithms
• Machine Learning
• Microsoft Office
• Pattern Recognition
• Strategic Planning
• Predictive Modeling
• Management
• Research
• Data Analysis
• Matlab
• Data Mining
• Optimization
• Mathematical Modeling
• Modeling
• R
• Sql
• Digital Image Processing
• Sas E-Miner
• Tableau
• Statistical Modeling
• Statistics
• Analytics
• Sas