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Humble Tx

-Responsible for teaching and coordinating technology-related programs for all ages at the branch library and Octavia Fields Staff-Providing daily Technology Classes to Customers and training to Staff (MS Office Suite, Internet, Safe Computing, etc.)-Supplying individualized technical support to library Users and Staff in-person and over the phone-Providing advanced reference services for customers.-Assisting customers with library computers and associated software and hardware, including using the library catalog, searching the Internet, online databases, printing, photocopying, internet faxing, setting up online accounts, electronic job applications-Working with Librarians and Staff to develop and implement Library programs for all ages in the Library and community-Working with Librarians and Staff to maintain the materials collection-Assisting in the design and construction of library displays, banners, and public relations brochures-Developing and maintaining cooperative relationships with adult business community groups-Preparing weekly blogs, displays, signage, graphics, and other materials to publicize library programs-Constructed streamlined Excel template for Supervisor’s biweekly Employee Schedule-Reduced duplication of Staff effort by providing templates in MS Publisher allowing event promotional materials to be used in print, social, and online media, saving 150+ hours annually-Created electronic forms for data-gathering and dissemination to supervisors

Houston, Texas Area

Technical Data Analyst, Trainer, Sales + Technology SupportMy Self-employed projects include:-Supporting project-based work in environmental management framework-Providing data-mining & organization services-Implementing spatial models & services platforms-Aiding Geospatial Data Management team to develop processes & tools-Develop & deploy spatial visualizations & data management processes-Providing data management leadership & support-Creating & managing GIS-based data sets & processes to manage spatial data2010-2012 Client WATKINS GROUP Houston TXInsurance & Financial Services-Spearheaded 4-person team charged with adding value to multi-state and multi-vendor company benefits programs used by client's overarching insurance and financial divisions. Reviewed existing programs' contract terms and alternative program opportunities, evaluated potential usage and user engagement, and explored future commodity choices. Client realized annual six-figure savings by instituting the recommended program nationally.-Created Electronic Data-Entry Forms utilizing MS Excel and programming with VBA-Developed Audio / Video Online Training Seminars-Website Constructor and Coordinator – WordPress & HTML Websites with Embedded Forms2003-2010 Client RSC TRAINING Houston TX2003-2010 Client ADD-A-ZERO REALTY Houston TXReal Estate Training & Marketing-GIS Database Construction, Manipulation, Graphical Interpretation1994-2003 [PRIVATE CLIENT] Houston TXOil & Gas Royalty Sales & Services-Responsible for creation and maintenance of production maps for company-wide holdings.-Created Production Database and instituted digitized storage for easier Management oversight1991-1994 Client RCR RESTAURANTS INC Monroeville PA1991-1994 Client RED RIVER RESTAURANTS INC - PittsburghRestaurant Sales & Franchising-Data-gathering and Statistical Analysis (averaged 33% increase in targeted prospects)-Desktop Publishing - Brochures, Letters, Manuals, Emails

Houston, Texas Area

Client EAGAN ENTERPRISES INC Houston TXService, Sales, Support for Computer Servicing StartupCOMPAQ Value Added ResellerRemote and In-person Onsite Customer Service Repairs and UpgradesRapid Turnaround of Offsite Equipment Repairs

Houston, Texas Area

Ensuring that data received are loaded to project & master data stores correctly & cataloged accurately providing a search, retrieval, ordering and re-filing service for end users to access records stored both physically and digitally.Supporting Domain teams (geologists and production engineers) with a range of basic data management tools to clean up the data in their project databases and master data stores. Quality control and completeness checking for all types of geological, reservoir engineering, drilling, engineering, and operations data. Coordinating transcription, scanning, and copying services for records on paper and non-digital media.Administering access permissions for document and data management systems. Administering and preparing physical and digital data for receipt and distribution to and from third parties (partners, contractors, regulatory authorities).Assist in gathering, preparing, and loading well data into Petra to maintain accurate and reliable databases.Coordinate data and information flow between geoscientists, commercial data vendors, and land, engineering, & production.Generate base maps, cross sections, montages, displays, reports.QA & QC well log and other data to insure accurate data are loaded into company databases and software.Organize and manipulate geological and reservoir data in Excel and Access.Obtain digital well data and generate reports from I.H.S. (IHS, PI / Dwight's), DrillingInfo; QC and load into well database. Support geological/geophysical software projects (Petra, PI / Dwight's, Hampson-Russell, Petrel).Coordinate with outside vendors to provide and support products and services to various teams.

Houston, Texas Area

2012-2013 Client iWOWWE, INC. VIDEOCONFERENCING SYSTEMS The Woodlands TXWhen increasingly massive amounts of Credit Card Fraud threatened the company's bottom line, I analyzed historical and current data and developed recognition algorithms to save an estimated six-figures annually.Integral Member of Support Team winning 2012 and 2013 Industry Service AwardsTrainer and Technical Writer for Software and HelpDesk User Guides, Manuals, and FAQsDeveloper of Audio / Video Online Training SeminarsiWowWe is a technology company on a mission to inspire, empower, and connect people all over the world through video. iWowWe uses the power of the Internet with the strength of the direct-selling industry to market its cutting-edge video communication tools. iWowWe is a privately held company based in The Woodlands, Texas, with active Representatives and members in 100 + countries.iWowWe has consistently been a leader in online communication tools. Our innovative product lines have enabled thousands to connect utilizing personable dynamic video email. iWowWe is a cutting-edge software development company which prides itself in producing software far exceeding industry standards, in having a stellar Customer Support department to support all of our clients' needs, and a multiple award-winning Creative Arts department.

Houston, Texas

In my five and a half years with the ExxonMobil (Exxon Company USA) Production Department, acquired an excellent technical background in the development of onshore petroleum reserves.Accomplished Production Geologist, developed fields in Oklahoma and Texas, worked range of stratigraphic and structural traps, in carbonate, clastic, and fractured reservoirs. Expert in finding new oil in old mature fields.Areas of expertise include Oklahoma’s Arkoma Basin (Spiro, Wapanucka), Central Uplift (Hunton, Red Fork, Simpson), and Anadarko Basin and Shelf (Morrow, Granite Wash). Also worked North Texas and the East Texas Basin (Woodbine, Austin, Pecan Gap).Prospected for new oil in two extremely mature Northeast Texas oil fields (Hawkins and Van) using high-angle drilling along fault planes. Drilled six successful wells with a combined E.U.R. of 600,000 new barrels of oil. Developed fractured Hunton gas play in South Central Oklahoma.As of June, 1990, my Exploration discoveries and Production wells had produced in excess of 750,000 barrels of oil. To combat increased forced-pooling activity which threatened Exxon’s operating rights in Eastern Oklahoma, I rapidly interpreted competitor activity and flagged potential court protests and additional development opportunities. Prepared and won several court protests in which I testified as an expert witness.When minor-interest lessors threatened to sue Exxon for non-development, I created maps and documentation to nullify the lawsuits, and decided whether to drill or promote the acreage. At no time was any acreage released, and several prospective locations were generated.Performed wellsite duties on approximately 50 onshore wells, evaluating the range of rock types, cutting core, and running well tests.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

In my nearly three and a half years at the ExxonMobil (Exxon Company USA) Exploration Department, acquired an excellent technical background in the exploration and analysis of onshore petroleum reserves.Successful Explorationist, including one deep Anadarko Basin Morrow gas and two shallow Hunton oil discoveries. Convinced Exxon Management to buy acreage in 33 prospective oil and gas lease outlines.After completing a variety of regional mapping projects, generated and sold to management 33 prospective outlines (over 100,000 acres) in Oklahoma’s Anadarko Basin and Shelf, Seminole Uplift, and Arkoma Basin.Areas of expertise include Oklahoma’s Arkoma Basin (Spiro, Wapanucka), Central Uplift (Hunton, Red Fork, Simpson), and Anadarko Basin and Shelf (Morrow, Granite Wash). Also worked North Texas and the East Texas Basin (Woodbine, Austin, Pecan Gap).Prospected for, drilled, and discovered two Hunton fields in Central Oklahoma, one of which has produced over 700,000 barrels of oil. One discovery was a pure stratigraphic trap; the other was a combination stratigraphic and structural trap.Responsible for proposing and drilling successful deep wildcat gas program in the Morrow of the Anadarko Basin. Recognized potential oil pay uphole in the Granite Wash.To combat increased forced-pooling activity which threatened Exxon’s operating rights in Eastern Oklahoma, I rapidly interpreted competitor activity and flagged potential court protests and additional development opportunities. Prepared and won several court protests in which I testified as an expert witness.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Geology

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Geology/Earth Science, General