Michelle Kautz has joined Dresser Wayne as the company’s new product manager, alternative energy. She will work with Scott Negley, the director of alternative energy and will be responsible for ensuring the commercial success of the company’s global ethanol and biodiesel products with a specific focus on capturing the business incentives for biofuels equipment. In her role, she will also work to identify and prioritize market opportunities and develop strategies based on emerging customer needs, competition and market trends.

Most recently, Kautz was with Protec Fuel Management where she served as the director of development. In addition, she has more than 10 years experience working in the ethanol industry in various roles with several ethanol advocacy groups including the National Ethanol Vehicle Coalition and Growth Energy.