STATEMENT:

As a geoscience student, I was introduced to the professional societies by an alumnus of my alma mater, Oklahoma State University. Herb Davis was very active in the Oklahoma City Geological Society and frequently sponsored students to attend the luncheons and technical talks.  He emphasized the importance of building networks within your geoscience community outside of your current employer, alumni, and circle of friends. He also led by example the concept of paying it forward to the next generation. This was a valuable lesson.

In this rapidly changing work environment for geoscientists, the need to maintain these networks has never been greater. With work-from-home/flexible schedules, constant mergers and acquisitions, and new business lines that will require geoscience skills, the need to have a viable society that can provide networking opportunities, mentoring, and technical training has never been greater.

Many of the geoscience societies have been under immense financial pressure over the last 10 years as corporate sponsorships have waned and memberships have declined. HGS has been working very hard over the past few years to balance financial health with continuing to offer programs, training, and networking opportunities that benefit the members and encourage new membership. I am running for president-elect because I want to continue to be part of that positive direction and see HGS thrive as a professional society.

EDUCATION:

• BS and MS Geology, Oklahoma State University.

BIO:

Patricia (Patty) Walker is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma, but has now lived in the Houston area for the last 38 years. She is an Oklahoma State University alumnus with BSc and MSc degrees in Geoscience from the Boone Pickens School of Geology. She is a past chair of the Executive Advisory Board for the school, a recipient of  The Boone Pickens Entrepreneur Bootstrap Award, and in  2022 was named a Distinguished Alumni OSU College of Arts and Sciences.

Patty’s career with ExxonMobil began in 1986 and has taken her to six of the seven continents, working on diverse energy projects in technical and management roles. In 2013, she was named as a Senior Principal Geoscientist in the Upstream, and in 2015, promoted to Chief Geoscientist. In this role, she served as a technical expert and advisor to senior leadership on global ExxonMobil activities.

In addition to her work with ExxonMobil, Patty has previously served as a geologic consultant focused on asset evaluations. After retiring in 2020, she continues as a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, having served on the Houston House of Delegates. She is a past Vice-President of the Houston Geologic Society and currently serves on the society's Finance Committee. Patty is very active in her community and is an Alderwoman for the Village of Tiki Island. Patty’s husband, Lawrence, is a career geoscientist (now retired), and they have two adult children, Amanda and Nathan.

EDUCATION:

2008 BS Geology, University of Texas at San Antonio

2018 MS Analytics, Texas A&M University

EXPERIENCE:

2008 – 2011 Geologist - Ingrain Inc.

2011 – 2013 Geoscientist - Ingrain Inc.

2014 – 2015 Product Champion – Drill Cutting Technologies – Ingrain Inc.

2015 – 2017 Geologic Advisor – Ingrain Inc.

2017 – 2018 Senior Technical Advisor – Halliburton

2018 – 2019 Senior Account Manager – TGS

2019 – Present Veilvox LLC - Founder

2020 – 2021 Senior Account Manager – Premier Corex

2021 – Present Director, Global Business Development & Technology – Premier Corex

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

HGS, AAPG, SPE, SPWLA, GCAGS

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:

2011 – 2017 HGS Chairman Exhibits Committee

2013 – 2014 HGS Secretary

2015 – 2016 HGS Treasurer Elect

2016 – 2017 HGS Treasurer

2017 – Present HGS Advertising Committee Chairman

2018 – 2019 GCAGS Houston Treasurer

2019 – Present GCAGS Treasurer

2020 – 2021 HGS Vice President

2022 – 2023 Geogulf Treasurer

2023 – Present HGS New Energies Chair

STATEMENT:

Ever since I joined the HGS, I have enjoyed the benefits of education, networking, and friendship. Currently, I am working with the GCAGS as Treasurer. For about 7 years, I spent much of my time working on the exhibits committee, organizing the setup and transportation of the HGS booth for various conventions throughout the year. When I served as HGS Secretary, it afforded me the opportunity to learn more about the many functions of the HGS. I was also exposed to the duties as the HGS Treasurer-elect and Treasurer, where I witnessed the society’s dedication to the various efforts through the annual budget. I was then given the opportunity to serve as the HGS Vice President during the COVID-19 pandemic, where I was able to schedule all our monthly technical talks digitally for the first time. Currently, I am chairing the HGS New Energies Group, which meets regularly to discuss carbon sequestration, lithium extraction, geothermal, and other new areas where geoscientists play a key role in supporting projects. It has been a pleasure meeting many people along the way, and I am thankful for the opportunities the HGS has provided me while serving as Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, and Vice President. It would be my great pleasure to serve in the capacity of HGS President-Elect.

Carbon Certification Lead at Oxy

BIO:

Caroline Wachtman is the Carbon Certification Lead for Oxy and is based in Houston. Previously, she spent 15 years with ExxonMobil, where she led multiple cross-functional teams identifying and evaluating resources throughout West Africa, the Caribbean, and the Caspian regions. In 2021, she held roles at energy start-ups before joining Oxy in 2022 to lead regulatory certification efforts for carbon storage projects. Caroline is a licensed Professional Geologist with an MS in Geology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a BS in Geology from the College of William and Mary.

Wachtman serves in multiple leadership roles for geoscience professional societies. Currently, she co-chairs the CCUS Event, an annual conference sponsored by AAPG, SEG, and SPE, and she co-chairs the Carbon Management Pavilion at the IMAGE Conference (AAPG and SEG). Wachtman chaired the Africa Conference for HGS in 2022 and served on the HGS board from 2022-2024, including a term as 2023-2024 Editor of the HGS Bulletin. She was awarded the HGS President's award in 2023 and the HGS Outstanding Board Member in 2024.

In addition to professional service, Caroline co-leads a mentoring circle for the Women’s Energy Network and serves on the steering committee for the United Way of Greater Houston’s Women’s Initiative.

She is a Girl Scout troop leader for 28 girls, including her two daughters.

WHY I WANT TO SERVE THE HGS:

Supporting the profession of geology and volunteering in my community are two of my core values. I would like to volunteer for my geoscience community and profession by serving the HGS as Vice President. There are three key reasons why I'd like to continue serving the HGS:

• I know from first-hand experience that every HGS volunteer can have a meaningful and measurable impact on the Society.
• I have the skills and capabilities to excel at the Vice President’s role. I will bring nearly 20 years of professional experience and network connections to deliver content that appeals to a wide range of HGS members.
• I look forward to building a future where more early and mid-career geoscientists are eager to become HGS members. I’m well-equipped to demonstrate the value of HGS to the next generation.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

P.G. State of Texas, License # 15091
M.S. University of Arkansas; 2017
B.S. University of Arkansas, 2012

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Analyst, Associate, VP, & Director (Current) – Geology, Detring Energy Advisors, Houston, TX – 08/2019 – Present
Associate Geologist – Tapstone Energy, Oklahoma City, OK – 10/2017 – 08/2019
Graduate Student, Teaching Assistant, and Research Assistant - University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR – 08/2015-10/2017
Field Geologist/MWD Engineer – Chesapeake Energy/77 Energy – Oklahoma City, OK - 02/2013-05/2017

PREVIOUS HGS OFFICERS OR COMMITTEES:

NeoGeos Committee Chair – 04/2022 – 05/2024

CANDIDATE STATEMENT:

I am honored to accept the nomination for the HGS Secretary. I have spent the past few years becoming increasingly involved in the HGS organization, recently serving as the NeoGeo Committee Chair from 2022 through 2024. As the NeoGeo Committee Chair, I hosted monthly Happy Hours and Trivia events targeted at increasing member involvement among early-career geologists. While serving as chair, the NeoGeos committee was revitalized, and once again hosts regular monthly events after languishing during COVID. Under my leadership, we increased sponsorship outreach and boosted event turnout and revenue for the society. I have since passed the torch to a new group of NeoGeos Chairs, and they have continued the amazing growth in turnout and sponsorship. In addition to serving as NeoGeos chair, I have volunteered at numerous events, such as the education outreach in elementary schools program targeted at teaching local elementary students about rocks and fossils, serving as a poster judge for the annual Sheriff Lecture event, and serving as a judge at the 2023 Science and Engineering Fair of Houston on behalf of HGS. I’m excited for the opportunity to continue serving this organization in an increased capacity. By serving as Secretary, I hope to set an example among other early-career geologists, encouraging them to become more involved with their local geologic society. I hope that my potential presence in the organization can bring some fresh perspectives and ideas to the organization that will benefit society as we continue to adapt to an ever-changing world.

STATEMENT:

I am honored to have been asked to run for HGS Treasurer-Elect, as I would love to continue giving back to HGS. As the current treasurer of the HGS Undergraduate Fund, I feel that this is the right office for me to accomplish this goal. I have been a member of the HGS for 22 years, the same amount of time I have resided in Houston and worked for Shell. Through this organization, I have met many amazing individuals, many who have become friends and have seen the good that the HGS has done and can continue to do for not only students, but all who are students of the Earth. I am an enthusiastic, high-energy individual with excellent organizational skills that have served me well in various capacities, including as treasurer of the HGS Undergraduate Student Fund, my daughter’s Girl Scout Troop, and the social committee in my neighborhood. I look forward to being a future HGS officer and helping to grow this great organization’s finances so that we can continue to support continuing education, networking, and outreach to students, to cultivate our next generation of HGS leaders.

EDUCATION:

• M.S. Geological Engineering, Michigan Technological University
• B.S. Geological Engineering, Michigan Technological University
• APM Chartered Project Professional

WORK HISTORY:

• Shell, USA – Front End Development Manager – Perdido Corridor (U.S. and Mexico).
• Hammond has worked for Shell since 2002, mostly in Production Geology.

BIO:

Previous HGS Offices or Committees:

• Angela Hammond has been a committee chair of the HGS Undergraduate Fund for the past 11 years and the acting Treasurer for the past 3 years. She is also a current member of AAPG, SEG, and a past co-editor of the GCAGS.

I am honored and excited to stand for the role of HGS Treasurer-Elect. Having previously served as Director and Vice-President earlier in my career, I am eager to continue giving back to this remarkable organization that has been instrumental in shaping my professional journey. After spending time working outside of Houston, this opportunity to once again serve HGS feels like coming full circle.

The role of Treasurer-Elect aligns closely with my experience, particularly my tenure at Shell, where I honed my skills in leadership, decision-making, and had P&L accountability for the Appalachia asset. I am an organized, high-energy individual with a passion to lead and drive meaningful impact”. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to supporting the HGS and AAPG communities by contributing my time, talent, and resources to foster professional growth, collaboration, and improve membership value.

Having recently taken early retirement from Shell, I am now pursuing a variety of interests, including consulting, coaching, and cherishing time with my high-school twins before they embark on their college journeys. This new chapter has reignited my enthusiasm to serve HGS with fresh energy and focus.

As Treasurer-Elect, I aim to strengthen HGS’s financial foundation to ensure we continue offering outstanding technical content, continuing education, scholarships, and vibrant social networking opportunities for all members—new and longstanding. HGS has provided me with the foundation for a fulfilling and successful career, and it would be my great privilege to give back to our proud geological society and community.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION:

MS Geology, Texas A&M University
BS Geological Sciences, SUNY Geneseo
ICF Executive Coach, Coach Rice Executive program, Rice University
APM Chartered Project Professional
Professional Experience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

2021 – 2024  GM Innovation & Improvement, Shell, Upstream & Deepwater
2018 – 2021  GM Business Transformation / BA to EVP, Shell Global Exploration
2011 – 2018  Exploration & Development Manager, Shell, Appalachia
2009 – 2011  Team Lead, Shell, Mid-Bossier / Haynesville
2008 – 2009  Strategy & Portfolio Advisor, Shell, Americas Exploration
2002 – 2008  Senior Exploration Geoscientist, Shell – Brazil, Alaska
1998 – 2002  Exploration Geoscientist, HESS – Gulf of Mexico, North Dakota

HGS SERVICE:

Member since 1999
Vice-President, 2006 - 2007
Director, 2003-2005
HOD Delegate
Founder and Chair of NeoGeos young professional network, 1999
Chair and member of multiple committees, 2000s
 

OTHER PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

Reynolds is a longtime member of AAPG, and has served in leadership and volunteer roles, beginning with President of the Texas A&M AAPG Student Chapter, and more recently as VP and President of 2 AAPG divisions (DPA, EMD), the Advisory Council, and the Reimagine Committee. She has also served as Chair and member of multiple AAPG and HOD committees and 2011 ACE Technical Program. She is also an active member of the Association of Project Management (APM) and the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

STATEMENT:

I am honored to stand for the position of Editor-Elect. I started volunteering with the HGS while I was a graduate student at the University of Houston, specifically with the Exhibits Committee. I helped out with many tasks, like setting up and transporting the booth, tending the HGS booth in several exhibits, but most importantly, I shared with my colleagues and peers the HGS mission and the benefits of joining the Society. I´ve continued to volunteer since those early days, even serving as Secretary in the 2021-2022 term, which allowed me to opportunity to learn more about the many functions of the HGS.

EDUCATION:

• MS and Ph.D, Geology, University of Houston
• BS, Geology, National University of Colombia

BIO:

Lucia Torrado received a B.S. in geology (2008) from the National University of Colombia, and an M.S. (2012) and Ph.D. 20) from the University of Houston. During her graduate studies, she worked with the Conjugate Basins, Tectonics and Hydrocarbons consortium in conjunction with Spectrum Geo Inc,. now TGS (2010-2018). She interned with Shell and Talisman Energy (now Repsol) where she worked in Colombia and Texas, respectively. Her graduate work consisted of an integrated regional-to-detailed basin evaluation in the search for new oil and gas opportunities in the Llanos basin (onshore Colombia), the Caribbean region (Nicaraguan Rise), and the deep-water Foz do Amazonas in the equatorial Atlantic (Brazil).

Lucia’s research has been recognized as the best poster presentation during the AAPG meetings, including “1st place poster presentation” (2017), “3rd place poster presentation” (2013), “Award of Excellence for Top 10 poster” (2014), and “Top 15 poster presentation” (2016, 2012). Additionally, she was the secretary for the AAPG’s graduate chapter at the University of Houston, which was awarded “Best Domestic Student Chapter” (2018). She has also worked for PGS in the Cayos Basin (western Caribbean Sea), and the Pacific margin of Colombia, for Hocol in Upper and Middle Magdalena Basin in Colombi,a and more recently, in the Mexican GOM and North Sea as a geoscience consultant for TGS; Lucia works part-time running her small family business while looking for opportunities in the industry.

Lucia’s professional volunteer activities include: SEG Translation Committee Team Leader (2016-current), journal reviewer (2017-current), SEG Translation Committee Chair (2020-2023), AAPG Imperial Barrel Award Industry Advisor (2019-2023), HGS Secretary (2021-2022), EAGE Technical Committee Member (2019, 2021), and AAPG Graduate Student Chapter Secretary (2017).

Sharma earned his Master’s degrees in Geology from the Indian Institute of Technology, Texas A&M University, and an MBA from Rice University. He worked as a Geologist and held technical and leadership positions in the upstream oil and gas and midstream companies for 38 years, in Houston and internationally. Currently, he is a Founder/Director of AKD Professional Solutions Inc., serving primarily the upstream oil and gas industry.

He has been a member and a volunteer with HGS for 25 years, an active Member of the AAPG( 30 years), and a delegate with the AAPG HoD. He served on Continuing Education and International Exploration Committees, organized and chaired three workshops (Geopressures, Coal Bed Methane, and Reservoir Modeling, 2000), co-chaired the International Business of Exploration Symposium (2000), and received the Rising Star award (2000). Served as Session Chair for GCAGS and AAPG ICE. He now serves as Chair of the Memberships Committee. He has been a Guest Speaker at HGS and GSH.

Sharma's expertise lies in subsurface reservoir modeling, rejuvenating mature fields, and offshore Geohazards. He was associated with several deepwater field developments, exploration appraisals in GoM, deep-water Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, and the South China Sea, and exploration for stranded gas resources in Europe, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Sharma’s recent work includes Geomodeling for EOR in mature oil fields in Miocene syn-rift clastics and carbonates, Gulf of Suez, Egypt, addressing subsurface heterogeneity of Mishrif Carbonates in Southern Iraq, reservoir modeling of HPHT fields in offshore East Malaysia and Borneo, heavy oil development in Powder River Basin, tight oil and gas, and CBM in Greater Green River basins.

Sharma loves teaching and taught at Lone Star and San Jacinto colleges as an Adjunct Professor. He taught classes for AAPG/SEG in the US, the Middle East, Asia, and Mexico on Reviving Mature Fields. High-resolution Sequence Stratigraphy and Deepwater Depositional Environments. Visit the AAPG Learn Blog on Sharma's expertise. Sharma is passionate about Earth Observation, and the use of Satellite Imagery and data in managing natural resources and planning.

Mr. Sharma is a Certified Geologist with the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists (#12543). He volunteers with the Science and Engineering Fair of Houston, the Eternal Gandhi Museum of Houston, and as a KEYS Mentor with Katy ISD. He lives in Katy. Post-Harvey, Sharma spent more time with Fort Bend County on contingencies for future flooding behind the Barker and Addicks reservoirs, and the improvement of the Buffalo Bayou drainage system.

WHY DO I WANT TO BE A CANDIDATE FOR THE EXECUTIVE BOARD?

"The geology profession seems to have taken a back seat, at least that is the perception in the oil&gas capital of the world! It is true to some extent, Jobs are slowly transforming as we speak. Oil&gas companies have transformed into energy companies, increasing their renewables share in portfolios. However, we at the Houston Geological Society promote geoscience at large, manage precious natural and mineral resources, and the environment, educate about responsible energy usage, conservation, and transformation, manage and store carbon, educate about managing natural resources and geohazards, and just enjoy the pure joy of sharing the Earth's history! Geoscience has never changed. We continue to do what we are good at. Let us be good scientists first. I think, as the 100-year-old organization that we are, we have a job to do. Geoscience has become more relevant in the new energy economy and the climate dialogue, and has a larger influence on human society. As one of the Directors on the Executive Board. I would do just that, promote the Geoscience education and profession".

I am honored to stand for the position of Director at the HGS. I will bring my 35 years of business experience to the Executive Board and strive to make the HGS economically profitable, scientifically relevant for all HGS members … and fun!

The critical strength I can bring to the HGS is a strong understanding of the financial challenges we face as a professional society, and HGS’s need to continue to grow its outreach and appeal to all geoscientists.

My executive experience ranges from small independents to "big oil companies" to investment banking. I have held the positions of Exploration Manager at Marathon Oil Company, Exploration Vice President at Roxanna Oil Company (a local Houston independent oil-and-gas company founded by the late, great Maryln Downey), and Senior Vice President and Chief Geologist at Goldman Sachs here in Houston.

I am an active member of HGS. I actively participated in the Continuing Education Committee by teaching HGS classes and doing the logistical minutiae of soliciting new teachers for HGS classes, finding event venues, and even picking up the bagels and coffee for the class's morning breakfast. 

I have received the HGS President’s Award and the HGS Chairman’s Award for my service to HGS.  I have also received the dedicated Service Award from the AAPG and the West Texas Geological Society.

I currently run a consulting company. I am an angel investor in a major domestic start-up where we aspire to drill some very important wildcat wells in the Gulf Coast. I like to look at deals and participate in oil wells. I also generate my own prospects for fun and, rarely, for profit.

THANK YOU!

EDUCATION:

• B.S. Geology and Geophysics, The University of Wisconsin at Madison, 1980
• M.S. Geology, The University of Texas at Austin, 1983

STATEMENT:

I am interested in serving as a Director for the Houston Geological Society because I have such high regard for this group and its members. In my view, this society is the best of all the groups affiliated with the American Association of Petroleum Geologists. The Houston Geological Society has provided opportunities for knowledge sharing and networking for decades. It seems the best part of being a geoscientist is getting to collaborate with colleagues and having fun when we get together to share ideas. I would like to do my part in making sure this society remains financially strong and stays focused on its core objectives: "1) To stimulate interest and promote advancement in geology for the Houston area. 2) To disseminate and facilitate discussion of geological information, build relationships among geologists in the area, and aid and encourage academic training in the science of geology."

EDUCATION:

• MS Geology, Texas A&M University.
• BS Geology, Texas A&M University.

BIO:

Born in Hondo, Texas, Catherine Strong is a graduate of Texas A&M, where she earned two degrees, Bachelor of Science in geology and Master of Science in geology, before joining the oil and gas industry as a Petroleum Geologist in 1982. Ms. Strong’s years in upstream oil and gas have resulted in technically diverse and geographically broad expertise in domestic as well as, foreign areas. Most successful endeavors have been in Gulf of Mexico exploration, Gulf Coast exploration, production, and in technology development for Unconventional Resources. Ms. Strong also has significant experience in obtaining partner companies and in screening prospects and production opportunities.

Strong joined Red Willow Production Co., an affiliate of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, in 2015 as the lead geologist in the Houston, Texas, office responsible for prospect, lease sale, and project development decisions in the deep-water Gulf of Mexico. In 2015, Ms. Strong accepted early retirement from ConocoPhillips after sixteen years with the company. During her tenure at ConocoPhillips in Houston, Texas, she served in director, technical advisor, and team-lead capacities for deep-water Gulf of Mexico exploration and in technology development for tight-gas-sand and shale unconventional resource plays. Before ConocoPhillips, Ms. Strong was a principal geologist with Vastar Resources (an affiliate of ARCO) for three years, where she worked on exploration in the deep-water and deep-shelf areas of the Gulf of Mexico.

Strong began her oil and gas career with the Hunt Family in Dallas, Texas, where she handled geological and team-lead duties for fourteen years at Petro-Hunt and Placid Oil, honing her skills in the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf Coast, offshore California, and international assignments. Ms. Strong is a Licensed Professional Geoscientist in the State of Texas. She is a member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, where she is a House of Delegates representative. Strong has been active with Texas A&M’s Department of Geology, Geophysics Advisory Committee, since its inception in 2006, and she is currently serving as the Chair of this Advisory Council.

Statement:

It was not until 2015, while working downtown for EP Energy, that I began being a truly active member of HGS by attending luncheon meetings and continuing education courses. Between HGS and the Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists (SIPES) meetings (I mention SIPES because there is a substantial overlap between HGS and SIPES members), I have never met an assemblage of more friendly and supportive fellow geologists. The people are what kept me coming back.

As a result, I jumped at the opportunity to be a co-chair of the Social Media committee in the fall of 2017. At the time, it was my intention to help the committee for a few months while in their time of need. It is now 2024, and I am still thriving on social media. Additionally, I also volunteer on the Continuing Education committee. All in all, I never knew how rewarding it was to volunteer. I find giving back to HGS incredibly rewarding because of the caliber of its members. I have met some truly interesting people and formed strong friendships since joining HGS. That is what I enjoy the most… the people. At a job and in life, the people make it or break it for me.

Education:

• M.S. Geology, Baylor University, Waco, TX.
• B.A. Geology, Smith College, Northampton, MA.
• AAPG CPG #6492.

Work History:

• My professional experience spans over sixteen years of full-time employment in the upstream E&P sector.
• Current role: Vice President at Miller and Lents in Houston, TX.

BIO:

HGS Activities & Awards:

• Social Media Committee: Co-Chair (2017 – present)
• Continuing Education Committee: Volunteer (2021 - present)

Other Professional Society Activities:

• SIPES, Limited Member
• AAPG
• SPE
• GSA

STATEMENT:

Amanda is a dedicated exploration geologist with a strong passion for volunteering. Amanda has contributed significantly to the growth and success of major energy companies. She is currently serving as an exploration geologist at TotalEnergies and she spent five years at Hess Corporation, where she gained valuable hands-on experience in exploration, development, and operations across a variety of basins.

In addition to an exciting professional career, Amanda has been deeply committed to volunteerism and professional development within the geoscience community. A longstanding member of the Houston Geological Society (HGS), Amanda has served on the Student Expo Committee for over seven years, culminating in leadership roles as Vice Chair (2020) and Chair (2021-2023). During this time, she helped orchestrate one of the most impactful student-focused events in the country that also bolstered the HGS balance sheet. Additionally, Amanda served as Secretary on the HGS Board of Directors from 2022 to 2023, contributing to the membership and governance of the society.

Recognizing her dedication to the geological community, Amanda was honored with a position in the AAPG House of Delegates, where she will serve from 2023 to 2026, advocating for the interests of gulf coast geoscientists and the future of the profession. Amanda is also a member of the IBA Committee, where, as Education Coordinator, she organized foundational seminars that supported students worldwide in their pursuit of careers in the petroleum, geothermal, and CCS industries.

In addition to these roles, Amanda is passionate about community outreach and education. She organized the AAPG Buffalo Bayou Educator’s Hike, a program that provides K-12 teachers in the Houston area with valuable resources and tools to enhance their teaching of geoscience and environmental topics in local classrooms.

With a commitment to professional excellence and service, Amanda continues to make meaningful contributions to both the energy sector and the broader geoscience community.