James Linhart
About James Linhart
James Linhart is the Director of Analysis and Modeling at Chevron, with a background in economics and extensive experience in the energy sector.
Title at Chevron
James Linhart currently serves as the Director of Analysis and Modeling at Chevron. In this role, he develops economic valuation models for major investments in petrochemicals and energy infrastructure. He also conducts quantitative analysis for trading strategies and global arbitrage among energy commodities.
Previous Positions at Deloitte & Touche
From 2005 to 2008, James Linhart worked as Senior Manager and Co-Head of Quantitative Services for Global Energy Markets at Deloitte & Touche LLP. During this period, he provided consulting services on strategy, quantitative services, and risk management to clients in the energy industry.
Education and Degrees
James Linhart studied at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where he achieved a Ph.D. in Economics from 1998 to 2000. Before that, he earned a Masters in Statistics and Computer Science from the same institution, studying from 1995 to 1998.
Specialized Skills and Contributions
James Linhart has built analytical tools for valuing financial and physical options embedded in commodity contracts. Additionally, he has worked on analytics for global energy fundamentals and macroeconomic indicators.
Patents and Innovations
James Linhart has filed two patents with the USPTO related to market state-based forecasting and pricing, and customer segmentation-based selection optimization. These innovations have significantly contributed to the field of energy markets and trading.
Experience at PROS Revenue Management
At PROS Revenue Management, James Linhart managed a science team focusing on oil and gas downstream optimization and risk measurement systems. This role further established his expertise in the energy sector.
Early Career at Business Management Consulting
James Linhart designed algorithms to optimize the operating plan of an electricity plant during his tenure at Business Management Consulting, showcasing his skills in quantitative analysis and operational optimization.