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Justin Hirtzel is a seismic data specialist who works with data managers in seismic brokerage businesses and in oil and gas companies. He applies his experience and geo-science technologies to help organize and streamline seismic information repositories.
Justin believes that capturing and cataloging seismic volume attributes and metadata are fundamental to understanding, and building, a valuable corporate database. Justin has more than 25 years of experience in various aspects of the seismic data lifecycle including acquisition, processing, interpretation, and management solutions.
Justin has a variety of industry experience that ranges from working onboard data acquisition vessels to interpreting and evaluating well log correlation and sub-surface geological mapping for oil and gas prospects. He has experience with various industry software including Landmark Graphics® solutions, SeisQuest Data Management tools, ArcMap and Exploration Archives. Justin has applied his expertise on projects with exploration and production companies including Schlumberger, Seagull Energy, Halliburton, and Anadarko Petroleum.
Justin earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Science from Coastal Carolina University and a Master of Science in Geology from San Jose State University. During his studies, he taught geology lab classes and participated in various research projects utilizing side-scan sonar and seismic data including investigations into beach re-nourishment resources and arc-continent collision processes.
Magdalena is a highly respected consultant for geophysical asset management. She has more than 30 years of experience working with domestic and international exploration and production (E&P) companies, managing contracts, resolving entitlements, and developing strategies to improve productivity.
Magdalena has held management and consultant roles for some of the largest oil and gas organizations globally, to develop and implement procedures, educate teams, and implement new strategies using innovative technologies. Magdalena has a contagious motivation to deliver successful solutions, especially with the most challenging data projects. The legacy of her solutions and documentation exist in areas such as contract management, seismic data management policies and procedures, microseismic data management, mineral no-permit zone management procedures, governance models and proprietary seismic methodologies.
As an expert user of several data management applications, including Exploration Archives™ and ArcGIS®, Magdalena’s seismic knowledge extends beyond data management. She is adept in geophysical data modelling and mapping, and is proficient in the related industry-leading software applications. Fluent in Spanish and English, Magdalena holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management of Computer Information Systems.
