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  • PPDM Welcomes New/Re-Elected Board Members
    Posted on
    November 6, 2025

    The PPDM™ Association would like to welcome six new and returning Directors to the Board of Directors, following the October 29th, 2025, Annual General Meeting.

    We would like to welcome back Chris Cox, Samanda Bell, Scott Tidemann who were re-elected for another term.

    We would also like to extend our congratulations to Agustin Diz , Megan Potter, Derek Garland on their election to a first term with the Board.

    Our sincere thank you and appreciation goes out to the Directors who will continue in their terms: Jamie Cruise , Amii Rozell, James Graham, Syed Baber , Jesus Rodriquez, Christy Eisman, and Trudy Curtis.

    We would especially like to thank Allen Huber for his hard work and dedicated service as he retires from the Board of Directors.

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  • AGM Notice to Members
    Posted on
    October 15, 2025

    The PPDM Annual General Meeting will be held on October 29, 2025. This event is Virtual and is open to members around the world through our MS Teams Platform.

    It is important that you register in advance so you can be sent the Teams invite and further instructions.

    Voting Members have been sent instructions on how to vote; if you think you should have received a package but can’t find it please contact BraggL@PPDM.org right away, so we can look into it.


  • The Houston PPDM™ 2026 Energy Data Convention: “From Chaos to Clarity: Data Driven Value in the Energy Evolution” will be held April 27 – 29, 2026 at the Norris Conference Center, City Center Houston Texas.

    This flagship convention brings data to the forefront as we convene industry experts, innovation leaders and data strategists in a packed 3-day schedule of training, conference, exhibitions and networking. We are building a world-class agenda that will impact the energy data audience in the US and globally. For more information, contact us at events@PPDM.org.


  • Monica has more than 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, specializing as a Petrophysical Analyst in the New Ventures and Petrophysical group, with a strong focus on data management and integrity. She is” passionate about turning raw information into practical solutions, streamlining workflows, and helping colleagues find and use data more effectively.”

    Where we think we’re heading in life doesn’t always work out that way – Monica is another example of someone who discovered the power of data and why we need competent people ensuring we have reliable data.

    Visit our Spotlight page to read more from Monica about her professional journey.


  • Thank You to Our Valued Members
    Posted on
    July 29, 2025

    As we approach the close of our fiscal year on July 31, 2025, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our members for your continued support, commitment, and engagement throughout the year. Your participation-whether through attending events, contributing to working groups, sharing expertise, or championing data excellence-has been instrumental in advancing the PPDM community and mission.

    Together, we’ve made meaningful strides in fostering collaboration, strengthening data standards, and supporting the evolving needs of data professionals across the energy industry.

    We are proud of what we’ve achieved this year, and none of it would have been possible without the passion and dedication of our members. Thank you for being part of our journey and for helping to build a stronger, more connected community.

    We look forward to continuing this momentum in the year ahead and to working together toward a more sustainable and data-driven energy future.

    Sincerely,
    PPDM Board of Directors and Staff


  • Welcome Allmay to PPDM Association
    Posted on
    July 29, 2025

    We are delighted to welcome Allmay Liu to our PPDM team. Allmay brings more than 15 years of experience in business administration and accounting to our member support programs. Allmay will support PPDM operations in several areas, including accounting, administration, and member support.


  • CPDA Spotlight – Andrew Ochan, CPDA
    Posted on
    July 28, 2025
    Andrew is a Manager Technical Data Management is a seasoned professional. He represents six PAU candidates who successfully gained their CPDA credential over the past year. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Geology with over 20 years experience in the industry, and he has some great advice for industry leaders. To learn more, visit here.

    Congratulations to Andrew for his success, lifelong learning, and commitment to professional data management.

    Read more >

  • The PPDM Seismic Work Group is excited to announce that Phase 1A deliverables of the Seismic Project have been reviewed, and we are preparing for a soft launch to our members on July 31, 2025. This milestone marks a significant step forward in our efforts to support the seismic data community with practical, relevant resources.

    As we roll out this limited release, we are inviting members to help review the content for readability and usability. Your input is essential to ensure that these materials are clear, useful, and aligned with real-world needs.

    We hope to receive continued feedback as we move into the next phases of development — thank you for being part of this important initiative! Interested? Reach out to get involved! Contact us at projects@ppdm.org

  • Explore trends related to data professional’s salaries, vacation allocation, gender differences, job roles (and much more), on our Job Market Survey Dashboard. Access data collected over four surveys (6 years) and see what’s changed. Dare to compare your professional position against others across the globe.

    If you haven’t completed the survey, it’s not too late! We will continue to collect data and update our dashboard to reflect additional responses.

    You’re one click away from taking the survey.
    https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PPDMJMS2025


  • After 15 years of dedicated service to PPDM Members and the energy industry, Amanda is moving on to new opportunities. “Amanda was the backbone that supported everything that PPDM does”, said Trudy Curtis. “Every day, she went above and beyond to meet the needs of every member, every project and every activity of PPDM. She believed in the value PPDM provides to industry and was unwavering in her commitment to the association.”

    Amanda’s dedication, thoughtful leadership, and warm spirit have left a lasting impact on PPDM. Whether navigating complex project deadlines or launching new initiatives, her calm presence and steady support were a constant source of strength — and her thoughtful feedback helped us grow both individually and as a group.

    On a personal level, Amanda’s kindness and genuine interest in every team member created an atmosphere of collaboration and trust. From her determination to her willingness to lend an ear, she helped shape a workplace culture that was richer and more supportive. While we’ll certainly miss her insights and energy, we’re grateful for the foundation she leaves behind. We wish Amanda all the best in her next chapter — and know that wherever she goes, she’ll inspire and elevate those around her, just as she did here.