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He did point out, however, that none of these see Innovations Explored continued on page 19 › Downturn Discussed During Opening Session 2014-2015 SEG President Liner emphasizes importance of cooperation between organizations AREAS OF EXPERTISE Unconventional Reservoirs Challenging Environments Complex Geologies Basin Exploration Reservoir Exploitation PROCESSING CENTERS: HOUSTON, RIO DE JANEIRO, PORT OF SPAIN, LONDON, CAIRO, PORT HARCOURT, LUANDA, MOSCOW Orleans this week and to pay particular attention to how this city has managed to persevere and thrive in the years “New Orleans is a testament to how a beleaguered community can come back and prosper,” he said. “Just like see OPENING SESSION continued on page 22 › › By Steve Brown, Daily NewsEditor W hat a difference a little more than a year can make. When John Bradford decided to run for the Soci- ety of Exploration Geophysicists’ (SEG’s) presidential office in 2014, the price of oil was at or above $100 a barrel. Even despite a fairly precipitous drop prior to last year’s International Exposition and 84th Annual Meeting when Bradford was installed as president-elect, oil still stood at around $80 a barrel. ose were the salad days. is week, as incoming President Bradford prepares to officially take the helm of SEG during its 85th Annual Meeting, sub-$50-a-barrel oil has become a reality. It’s a reality Bradford must deal with as he assumes leadership of an orga- nization whose finan- cial health is so heavily dependent on oil and gas markets. Despite the adversity of the times, Bradford is intent on seeking oppor- tunity and not only maintaining, but improving the level of service and bene- fits that SEG members have come to expect. “We’re in good shape to weather this downturn. Finding Opportunity Amid Adversity New SEG President John Bradford seeks to maintain member services, focus on the underserved SEG’s finances are sound,” Bradford said. “Having said that, everyone recognizes that this downturn could be longer lasting and deeper than was originally expected. “In difficult times, that’s when we can make some of the most important changes,” he said. “It causes us to take a hard look at what we’re doing and to make sure we’re doing things the right way and providing the right services as efficiently as possible. “We certainly have challenges set out for us, but we’re intent on minimizing the impact on our members.” Bradford admitted that the challenging economic situation caused him to reevaluate some of the items on his agenda as president, but one item in particular hasn’t changed — in fact, it has increased in importance. It has been several years since SEG has gone through a formal and thorough strategic planning process. With see BRADFORD continued on page 15› SEG Hits the ‘Big Easy’ SEG brings cutting-edge offerings and technical sessions to New Orleans By Natalie Blythe, Daily NewsAssociate Editor T he Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) is excited to be in “the Big Easy” for its International Exposition and 85th Annual Meeting now through 23 October in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. One of the year’s most anticipated events, the Annual Meeting is expected to bring together more than 6,000 attendees from 70 countries. e technical program kicks off today at 1:30 p.m. following the 9 a.m. opening session, “e only thing constant is change: Strategic impacts of current and future technologies to the E&P business.” is year’s technical program includes 146 diverse sessions, includ- ing six special sessions and one special global session. Be sure to check the official program for a complete list- ing of all the sessions, including technical luncheons on Tuesday and Wednesday. 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