Education: M.S., Petroleum Engineering, University of Tulsa

Experience: Petroleum engineer with over 20 years of experience in all phases of reservoir engineering with a major oil company, gas transmission company, and a consulting firm. Experience includes field development work and value determination for acquisitions and divestitures, especially in gas producing fields. Geographic areas worked include Gulf coast and mid-continent areas. Fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Romanian.

Conducted reservoir studies as a prelude to gas storage conversion feasibility and developed withdrawal and injection performance profiles. Responsible for simulation studies of an existing aquifer gas storage facility and a proposed conversion of a depleted field, as well as solution mining simulations for several storage projects.

Performed reserve maintenance, completed government reports, and conducted comprehensive studies to support peak-day and seasonal requirements. Completed system-wide gas availability study to be used in partial conversion to intrastate gas gathering system which would increase company profits. Performed domestic gas reserve studies, essential for long-term gas supply planning. Conducted feasibility studies for potential pipeline acquisitions.

Appraised oil and gas properties, reserve estimates, and economic evaluations. Conducted comprehensive development study for mature oil field in Venezuela, and submitted recommendations to the national oil company. Evaluated drilling prospects to be included in oil and gas partnerships sold to investors. Completed economic evaluations of producing properties in the United States and Canada that were considered for possible acquisition by clients.

Monitored reserves and prepared production forecasts and associated economics for corporate planning and budgeting. Prepared economic evaluations related to property acquisitions, lease divestment, production maintenance, drilling, and enhanced recovery projects considering all factors affecting profitability.

Affiliations: Society of Petroleum Engineers