Khryste Wright
About Khryste Wright
Khryste Wright is a Senior Exploration Geologist at Chevron, specializing in the Asia Pacific region with extensive experience in seismic stratigraphy and geomorphology.
Current Position at Chevron
Khryste Wright is currently serving as a Senior Exploration Geologist for the Asia Pacific region at Chevron. In this role, she oversees geological projects and exploration activities across various locations in Asia Pacific. Her extensive experience and in-depth knowledge enable her to contribute significantly to Chevron's geological explorations and resource evaluations in this region.
Previous Roles at Chevron
Khryste Wright has held multiple geologist positions at Chevron, demonstrating her versatility and expertise in the field. From 2015 to 2018, she worked as a Seismic Stratigraphy and Geomorphology Subject Matter Expert (SME). Prior to that, she served as an Exploration Geologist for Asia South from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she was an East Texas Asset Development Geologist from 2009 to 2011, based in San Ramon, California.
Educational Background
Khryste Wright has a robust academic foundation in geology. She obtained her Doctor of Philosophy degree from Texas A&M University between 2002 and 2006. She completed her Master of Science degree at Louisiana State University from 2000 to 2002, focusing on stratigraphy. Her undergraduate studies concluded with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Central Missouri, where she studied from 1993 to 1998.
Early Career Experience
Before her long tenure at Chevron, Khryste Wright worked as a Stratigrapher at Louisiana State University from 2000 to 2002. This role allowed her to develop a deep understanding of stratigraphy, which has been fundamental to her geological expertise. Her early professional experiences have provided her with a strong foundation in the geological sciences.
Experience in Seismic Stratigraphy and Geomorphology
Khryste Wright boasts extensive experience in seismic stratigraphy and geomorphology, key areas in the field of geology. Her specialism has allowed her to make significant contributions to Chevron's exploration efforts, particularly during her tenure as a Seismic Stratigraphy and Geomorphology SME from 2015 to 2018. Her expertise in these areas has been instrumental to her success in various geological roles.