Teresa Lassak
About Teresa Lassak
Teresa Lassak is the S&D Professional Development Manager at ExxonMobil in Spring, Texas, with extensive experience in geophysics and seismic imaging.
Title at ExxonMobil
Teresa Lassak works as the S&D Professional Development Manager at ExxonMobil. She has been associated with the company from 2009 to the present in Spring, Texas. Her role involves overseeing professional development initiatives within the Sales & Distribution division. She focuses on driving digital transformation and implementing technology solutions within the subsurface community.
Education and Expertise in Geophysics
Teresa Lassak completed her doctoral studies in Geophysics from Arizona State University, graduating in 2009. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her academic training includes a strong foundation in geologic mapping, seismic imaging, and high-performance computing (HPC) support. She has leveraged this expertise throughout her career, notably in roles within subsurface interpretation and geophysics.
Work Experience in Geophysics and IT
Before joining ExxonMobil, Teresa Lassak worked at Arizona State University as a Geodynamics Graduate Research Associate for seven years. During her tenure at ExxonMobil, she has served as an Agile Product Owner for Subsurface Interpretation in Upstream IT, focusing on stewarding technology for subsurface interpretation workflows. Her technical skills encompass seismic imaging and high-performance computing, vital components of her contributions to the geophysics core team.
Leadership in Inclusion & Diversity
Teresa Lassak leads ExxonMobil's global LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group (PRIDE) as President. This role underlines her commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment. She has been actively involved with the PRIDE group for over ten years, collaborating closely with company leadership to grow and evolve the group. Her leadership in this area exemplifies her dedication to inclusion and diversity within the corporate structure.
Technical Skills and Tools
Teresa Lassak specializes in a range of technical skills including C programming, geologic mapping, and numerical methods. She utilizes professional tools such as Adobe Suite, Petrel, and volume visualization. These skills and tools enable her to effectively contribute to subsurface interpretation projects and drive digital transformation within her field.