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Soyoung An

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Researcher
Education

University of Houston

Ph.D., Hotel management (Social science) / August, 2018

Seoul

Master, Hotel management (Social science) / August, 2014

Seoul

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

BS., Hospitality Administration, major in Hotel Management / December, 2008

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Experience

University of Houston

Researcher (Visiting scholar) / December, 2022December, 2023

Research field: CSR, ESG, customer service in hospitality industry / Skill: Market analysis, AMOS (Structural equation modeling), SPSS

Adjunct Professor / September, 2020December, 2023

Research field: CSR, ESG, market research / Teaching course: CSR & sustainable management (A177801) / Skill: competitive analysis, AMOS, SPSS, lecturing, coaching

Adjunct Professor / September, 2017December, 2022

Research field: CSR, ESG, market research / Teaching courses: Hotel room management (Hotel 2501), Customer satisfaction management (Hotel 3507), Hotel & Tourism service management (Hotel 2505),

Researcher / January, 2014April, 2022

Project & Consulting

Research Expertise
Hospitality management
Social science research
Social science statistics
About
I accomplished researcher and educator in the field of hotel management. I hold a Ph.D. in Hotel Management (Social Science) from Kyunghee University, which she obtained in 2018. Prior to this, I completed Master's degree in Hotel Management (Social Science) in 2014. I also hold a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration, with a major in Hotel Management, from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, which she earned in 2008. With my strong academic background, I have gained extensive knowledge and expertise in the field of hotel management. I have worked as a researcher at the University of Houston, where I also served as a visiting scholar. Additionally, I have held positions as an adjunct professor at the university, where I have shared my knowledge and passion for the industry with my students. My research interests include consumer behavior, service quality, and statistics in the hospitality industry. I have published articles in reputable academic journals and have presented my research at various conferences. In my free time, I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures, which also helps I gain new insights and ideas for my research. I am a strong advocate for the importance of a quality education and is committed to helping future generations of hotel managers succeed in their careers.

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Ramil Ahmadov, PhD

Senior Technical Advisor with 20 years of experience and a PhD (Geosciences) from Stanford Univeristy.
Experience

University of Houston

Adjunct Faculty / January, 2019Present

Natural Sciences Department: courses taught – Hydrogeology (incl. lab section), Petroleum Geology (incl. lab section), Meteorology (incl. lab section), Oceanography (incl. lab section).

CGG

Sr. Geophysical Advisor / June, 2019June, 2022

Global Product Strategy Manager for Geophysics within GeoSoftware. MVP-to-commercialization (end-to-end, closed loop) of three geophysical software packages. Development, testing, implementation, and client support of all aspects of geophysics and petrophysics products and workflows within four software packages. Marketing and branding of all rock physics products within all CGG’s software packages. Leadership, supervision, and training (internal and external) of junior and senior scientists, an academic liaison to universities, agencies, and consortia.

New England Research

Principal Scientist / October, 2016June, 2019

One of the main contributors to the 15% Year/Year growth of service projects for three consecutive years. Headed and operated Houston laboratory/office of the company: services, business development, B2B sales, branding, product development and marketing.

Ikon Science

Principal Geoscientist / June, 2014October, 2016

The main technical contributor to the 40% Year/Year growth of Houston office for two consecutive years. Four service projects & sale of the new software product >$1M to the same client in less than a year (for the first time in the company's history). Supported exploration, development, and production studies as well as software development.

BP

Geoscientist / June, 2011June, 2014

Headed company’s unconventional research program. Discovery of oil-filled channel complex overlooked by asset geoscientists. Seismic rock properties of BP's largest GOM asset (Thunderhorse). Work resulted in recommendation to the upper management and BP's JV partner - ExxonMobil not to drill injection well ($100M+ savings).

KPMG

Manager, Energy Solutions / June, 2022September, 2023

Strategy development and decision analysis - Capital project evaluation and optimization -Operations process re-engineering and strategy - Value-based technology adoption and portfolio management - ESG investment decision support, portfolio analysis, modeling, and analytics -Change management, governance, and business transformation - Data governance, quality, controls, and integrity management - Digital workflows and platforms.

Research Expertise
Rock Physics
Structural Geology
Petrophysics
Geomechanics
Geology
And 4 more
About
Senior Technical Advisor and Manager with 15 years of experience in management consulting, product & business development, B2B, SaaS & B2C sales, strategy, project management and marketing. Subject matter expert in energy domain with experience leading consulting engagements, developing and managing scope, budget, and schedule. Liaison for cloud technology (OSDU, Delfi) and digital transformation within partner ecosystem in subsurface operations - seismic, well log, core, drilling, completion, and production. Close collaboration with sales teams to drive executive level customer relationships and influence executive decision making. Strong business acumen and personal skills, interaction with clients and agencies, managing groups of interdisciplinary scientists, engineers, and software developers.

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Thomas Pulliam

Houston, Texas, United States of America
Post-doctoral Fellow at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center with PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology
Education

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Post-doctoral Fellow, Cancer Systems Imaging

Houston

University of Houston

PhD, Cell and Molecular Biology / May, 2021

Houston

Lamar University

BSc, Biology / December, 2014

Beaumont

University of Maryland Global Campus Asia

None, None / September, 2010

Yokota Air Force Base
Experience

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Post-doctoral Fellow / August, 2021Present

University of Houston

Graduate Research Assitant / October, 2017May, 2021

Graduate Teaching Assitant / August, 2016October, 2017

Texas General Land Office

Beach Water Sample Analzyer / May, 2014December, 2014

United States Marine Corps

Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, Radiological Defense Specialist / August, 2008August, 2012

Research Expertise
Cancer
Molecular Biology
Cell Signaling
Angiogenesis
Metabolism
And 5 more
About
Thomas Pulliam is a highly educated and experienced scientist, with a strong background in cancer, cell, and molecular biology. He received his PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Houston in 2021, after completing his BSc in Biology at Lamar University in 2014. He is currently a post-doctoral fellow in the department of Cancer Systems Imaging at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Throughout his education, Thomas has gained valuable research experience through various positions as a graduate research assistant and teaching assistant at the University of Houston. He has also worked as a Beach Water Sample Analyzer for the Texas General Land Office, where he honed his analytical skills. In addition to his academic achievements, Thomas has also served in the United States Marine Corps as a Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, and Radiological Defense Specialist. This experience has given him a strong sense of discipline, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. With his diverse background and expertise in cancer and molecular biology, Thomas is committed to making significant contributions to the field of cancer research. He is a driven and dedicated scientist, always seeking new challenges and opportunities to further his knowledge and skills.

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Vanessa Patrick, Ph.D.

Award-winning researcher, teacher and author with a passion for research, teaching and learning.
Experience

University of Houston

Bauer Professor of Marketing; Associate Dean for Research / August, 2009Present

Research Expertise
Marketing
Everyday Aesthetics
Affect and Sensory Issues
Luxury
Consumer Behavior
And 25 more
About
[Vanessa Patrick, PhD.](https://www.vanessapatrick.net/ "https://www.vanessapatrick.net/") is the Associate Dean for Research, Executive Director of Doctoral Programs (PhD and DBA), a Bauer Professor of Marketing and lead faculty of the Executive Women in Leadership Program at the Bauer School of Business at the University of Houston.   She has been recognized with a number of awards for both scholarship and teaching, including the LeRoy and Lucille Melcher Faculty Excellence award from the Bauer College of Business for Research Excellence (2011), Service Excellence (2016) and Teaching Excellence (2018). In 2012, she was named one of the top 50 most productive marketing scholars worldwide by the DocSig of the American Marketing Association. She was appointed as a Fulbright Specialist (2019-24) by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. She served in this role by visiting the Institut Teknologi Bandung in Indonesia in November 2022.   She is a regular speaker at both academic and practitioner conferences, including the Association of Consumer Research Conference, the Society of Consumer Psychology conference, the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce annual conference, the NAWMBA Annual Gender Diversity Conference and the UH Women of Color Coalition.   She is a prominent scholar in her field and serves on editorial and policy boards of leading academic journals. She is currently an Associate Editor for the Journal of Marketing Research and the Journal of Marketing. She is the author of a new book The Power of Saying No: The New Science of How to Say No that Puts you in charge of your Life. Visit her at [vanessapatrick.net.](https://www.vanessapatrick.net/ "https://www.vanessapatrick.net/")

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Dr. Venkatesh Balan, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Engineering Technology
Experience

University of Houston

Associate Professor / September, 2022Present

Assistant Professor / September, 2017August, 2022

Michigan State University

Associate Professor / July, 2009August, 2017

Research Expertise
biofuels
biochemicals
microbial fermentation
About
Dr. Balan has been Associated with the Department of Engineering Technology, Cullen College of Engineering, University of Houston, since September 2017. His research focuses on biomass conversion to fuels, chemicals, edible mushrooms, animal feed, and biomaterials. He also specializes in CO2 sequestration using algae, processing algal biomass into proteins, biofuels, and biochemicals, and adding value to mushroom industry waste. Additionally, he works on annotating fungal genes to identify novel enzymes for industrial applications. Dr. Balan has published over 192 papers, holds 9 patents, and has more than 17,500 citations. He has also edited books on biomass conversion and microbial lipids and served as an expert reviewer for numerous scientific journals and review panels. -  Ph.D., Biophysical chemistry (Indian Institute of Technology, Chennai, 1999; India) -  Post-doctoral experience: Five year in Japan (Osaka university, Oji Paper Company and National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, 1999-2004) -  Visiting Assistant Professor at Bruce Dale Lab, MSU (2005-2009) -  Research Associate Professor at Department of Chemical Engineering and Material Science, MSU (2009-2017) -  Assistant Professor at Department of Engineering Technology at University of Houston (2017-2022) and Associate Professor at UH (since 2022). -  Awards and Honors: -  Dr. Balan was recipient of Center for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) 5-year fellowship to do his Ph.D., from Government of India in 1992. -  Recipient of two prestigious fellowships in Japan from the Japanese Society for Promotion of Science (JSPS) in the year 1999 and 2022 for doing research. -  Recipient of research excellence award and teaching excellence award given by the UH College of Technology in 2019 and 2020 respectively. -  Joint appointments with UH Department of Biomedical Engineering in 2017 and Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering in 2023. -  Recipient of the ‘Advanced Materials Award’ from the International Association of Advanced Materials (IAMM), Sweden in January 2024. -  Recipient of USDA E. Kika De La Garza Fellowship in May 2024.

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Partha Goswami

Farmington Hills, Michigan
Technology strategist & thought leader, experienced in emerging trends such as software defined vehicle and disruptions by CASE (Connectivity, Autonomous, Services, Electrification), product development, and future roadmap development.
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

MBA, General Management / 2002

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

Iowa State University

Ph.D., Aerospace & Engineering Mechanics (Minor in Computer Science) / September, 1991

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

University of Kentucky

MS, Engineering Mechanics / 1988

Lexington, Kentucky, United States of America

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

B.Tech., Mechanical Engineering / 1983

Kharagpur

University of Houston

Certificate in Foresight / July, 2016

Houston, Texas, United States of America
About
Partha Goswami has 30+ years of experience in the automotive industry in R&D, Planning and technology strategy. In his most recent role in GM as Professional Fellow of technology trends, he was responsible for identifying emerging tech-trends and their evolution. Currently, Dr. Goswami provides consulting and advisory service as Principal at PG Mobility Analysis LLC. He is also a consulting partner at Automobility Advisors and serves as a director at 3IS, Inc. Dr. Goswami regularly speaks at industry forums on technology, including the future and impact of new concepts such as software-defined vehicle development. He is actively engaged as advisor in several industry groups, as a judge for startup in GAMIC, Michigan and is involved with SAE in various capacities. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mechanics from Iowa State University, MBA from University of Michigan and a certification as a foresight professional from University of Houston.

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Luisa Rolon, MBA, M.Sc., P.G.

Senior Geologist / Geoscientist ➤ Driving strategic growth in petroleum and renewable sectors (CCUS / CCS, geothermal & wind) through expert technical evaluation, innovative energy solutions, and impactful mentorship
Education

University of Houston

MBA, Business & Energy / May, 2018

Houston, Texas, United States of America

West Virginia University

Masters, Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering / December, 2004

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America

West Virginia University

Masters, Geology / May, 2004

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
About
As a seasoned Geoscientist and Geologist with over two decades of intensive experience in upstream oil & gas and renewable energy, I've honed a skill set that not only serves the traditional energy sector but is pivotal in today's energy transition. <br> My career is a tapestry of significant technical expertise, progressive leadership, and a profound commitment to mentorship, particularly within complex and diverse geological settings. Some of my accomplishments and specializations include: Technical Geology / Geoscience Expertise ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ➤ Advanced seismic interpretation and subsurface mapping/modeling, crucial for exploration and development. ➤ Expertise in sequence stratigraphy and sedimentology, providing a comprehensive understanding of reservoir systems. ➤ Proficient in reservoir evaluation and characterization, applying a robust workflow from sedimentological studies to petrophysical analysis. ➤ Proven track record in reserves estimation and auditing, enhancing project viability and accuracy. Renewable Energy Projects ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ➤ Led renewable initiatives, assessing wind, geothermal, and CCUS prospects with Agencia Nacional de Hidrocarburos. ➤ Formulated strategic business models and economic evaluations, promoting feasibility of renewable pilot projects. ➤ Played a pivotal role in diversifying energy sources, driving the adoption of wind and geothermal energies. Collaborative Leadership & Mentorship ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ➤ Demonstrated leadership by guiding a team of 7 geoscientists at Ecopetrol S.A., and mentoring junior staff throughout complex exploration projects. ➤ Educated the next generation of industry leaders as a Professor at Fundacion Universidad America and a guest speaker on energy transition. In the past five years, I've strategically positioned myself at the forefront of the energy industry's evolution. My role with the National Hydrocarbon Agency marked my first steps into renewable energy and the energy transition space, leading to the assessment and potential harnessing of wind, geothermal, and hydrogen resources. Other recent impacts include spearheading the discovery of significant oil reserves, enhancing the Colombian energy landscape, and delivering tailored solutions in global resource and reserves audits with Ryder Scott. Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, and holding dual citizenship, I am well-equipped for international endeavors. As I continue to explore opportunities that leverage my diverse skill set, I remain committed to sustainable development and industry advancement.

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