Linda has had an extensive career in oil exploration and development as a geoscientist. She has worked for many small to mid-sized independent oil companies. She has experience in several areas including the Gulf of Mexico, onshore South Louisiana, and offshore west Africa (Gabon and Equatorial Guinea). She is particularly adept in interpreting complex structures and integrating diverse data sets to achieve a logical geologic model. She has monitored seismic acquisition and processing projects, mentored new geoscientists, and interacted with engineers and drilling personnel. She holds a BS degree in Geology from the Louisiana State University.