As Chief Strategy Officer at Marathon Petroleum, Dave Heppner leads corporate strategy and business development. A company veteran of over 30 years, he began his career as a design engineer after earning his Electrical Engineering degree from Ohio Northern University, advancing through numerous operational and commercial leadership roles.
Deeply committed to his community, Dave has held leadership positions with Habitat for Humanity, the United Way, and the Boy Scouts of America. His service also extends to supporting childrens hospitals, and he actively gives back to his alma mater by serving on its Board of Trustees.
In 2024, he received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Ohio Northern Universitys College of Engineering for his professional success.
Dave Heppner
Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President Business Development at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Findlay, Ohio, United States
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Topics They Care About
Sustainable Energy
He is frequently quoted on Marathon's commitment to an energy-diverse future, leading investments in renewable diesel, hydrogen hubs, and renewable natural gas (RNG).
Strategic Investments
Oversees the company's business development, including recent joint ventures and acquisitions in bioenergy and feedstock processing to lower the company's carbon intensity.
Community Engagement
Demonstrates a strong history of community service, having held board and leadership roles with organizations like the United Way and Habitat for Humanity.
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Work History
3-2024
Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President Business Development at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
3-2021
Senior Vice President Strategy Business Development at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
10-2018
Vice President - Commercial & Business Development at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
10-2014
Senior Vice President at Speedway LLC
1-2010 - 3-2021
Director-Wholesale Marketing at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
5-2007 - 1-2010
Vice President - Operations at Speedway SuperAmerica LLC
5-2003 - 5-2007
Commercial Director at Speedway SuperAmerica LLC
5-2001 - 5-2003
Business Development Manager at Speedway SuperAmerica LLC
7-2000 - 5-2001
Purchasing & Commercial Services Manager at Speedway SuperAmerica LLC
8-1996 - 7-2000
Environmental & Maintenance Manager at Speedway SuperAmerica LLC
9-1995 - 8-1996
Project Manager at Speedway SuperAmerica LLC
8-1990 - 9-1995
Project Engineer at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
8-1988 - 8-1990
Design Engineer at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Education
1984 - 1988
BSEE from Ohio Northern University
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Location : Findlay, Ohio, United States
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Chief Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President Business Development at Marathon Petroleum Corporation
