Reinaldo J. Michelena

Reinaldo J Michelena serves as a Reservoir Characterization and Geophysical Advisor at SeisPetro since July 2017, where responsibilities include co-instructing a comprehensive class on reservoir engineering and monitoring subsurface injections. Additionally, Michelena has held roles at iReservoir.com since 2003, focusing on utilizing seismic data for reservoir characterization and developing innovative technologies in geophysical applications. As Managing Partner at SeisPetro Geosoftware, LLC since August 2017, leadership extends to overseeing a range of geophysical projects. Previous managerial experience includes overseeing a multidisciplinary team at PDVSA-Intevep from 2001 to 2003, and serving as Chief Geophysicist from 1985 to 2000, leading research on seismic techniques and data processing for reservoir characterization. Michelena holds a Ph.D. and a Master’s Degree in Geophysics from Stanford University, alongside an education from Universidad Simón Bolívar.