Steve Whitaker
Geologist
Steve Whitaker is a highly experienced geologist who has worked with both major and independent oil companies involving numerous aspects of the oil industry. His work has included: mapping of subsurface and surface geology, detailed prospect generation in clastic, carbonate, and unconventional reservoirs, petroleum engineering, geophysics, computer-enhanced mapping (Petra, GeoGraphix), reservoir characterization, development geology, waterflood optimization, chemical EOR design and implementation, acreage acquisition, business management, project economics/risk analysis, and operations. He ran his own oil company for 16 years, which conducted exploration and EOR/IOR programs. He has authored several publications related to oil exploration and development and has received awards for his presentations at regional, national, and international technical conferences.
