Sixteen years experience in managerial and technical positions in oil and gas exploration and development of both the offshore and onshore Gulf of Mexico.
Participated in five exploratory discoveries which led to producing fields including High Island A-563, Mustang Island A-121 and Green Canyon 110 fields.
Proficient in exploration and development techniques including log correlation, seismic interpretation, seismic and sequence stratigraphy, and on-site operations.
Experienced in evaluating lease sales, farm ins and farm outs. Have been involved in developing three other fields including Main Pass 72, 73, 72/74.
Produced with regional geology group a book containing structural, stratigraphic, and play maps of ten horizons in the OCS Lousiana, Texas and deep water areas.
Knowledgeable on drilling practices including casing and mud programs as well as prognosis involving abnormally pressured wells using velocity analysis and surrounding well control. Experienced in well planning in particular deviated holes, and GeoQuest Interactive system.
Analytical and logical with the ability to troubleshoot problems, provide cost effective solutions and compile complex data into concise presentations.
Possess good communication skills and relates well to people at all levels. Experienced in training/supervising geologists. Participated in anual budget reviews and budget planning.
Consultant, Houston, Texas (1991-pr)
ARCO Oil & Gas, Houston, Texas - Senior Geologist (1989-91)
Transco Exploration Company, Houston, Texas - Staff Geologist (1981-88)
Superior Oil Company, Houston, Texas - Senior Geologist (1980-81)
Enserch Exploration, Houston, Texas - Senior Geologist (1979-80)
Sohio Petroleum, Houston, Texas - Senior Geologist (1978-79)
Pennzoil, Houston, Texas, Geologist (1975-78)
B.S. in Geology, University of Texas, Austin, Texas (1974)
AAPG. CPG 2522, AAPG Delegate 1986 - present, Chairman Houston Delegates 1990-91, AAPG House of Delegates Recording Secretary 1992, Member Unaffiliated Group Delegate Comm. 1993-94, Poster Session Chairman for 1995 AAPG National Convention, HGS, SPE