TRAVERSE CITY, MI, January 31, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Mary Herrmann-Foley has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

With a career spanning over four decades, Mrs. Herrmann-Foley has established herself as a distinguished professional in the oil and energy sector, primarily associated with Shell. Since 2018, she has served as the manager of central support PetroSigns SSW application at Shell. In this role, Mrs. Herrmann-Foley oversees support for new software deployments and ensures their effective distribution to users. Her responsibilities also include developing and testing new functionality to meet standards and establishing communication channels between developers and users. This position highlights Mrs. Herrmann-Foley's ability to manage complex projects and lead a team through challenging business changes.

Prior to her current work, Mrs. Herrmann-Foley held multiple other roles at Shell, including as a geoscience global workflow consultant and as the production lead for the geoscience discipline. These roles required her to provide expert advice on geoscience processes and workflows. Her career at Shell also includes significant positions such as the SABA production geoscience discipline lead and production geoscientist, demonstrating her deep expertise and her ability to lead teams in complex geological projects.

Mrs. Herrmann-Foley's leadership extends beyond her professional roles. She is a former president of the Society of Petroleum Engineers, showcasing her commitment to advancing the field of petroleum engineering through collaboration and knowledge sharing. Mrs. Herrmann-Foley's pioneering work in the Middle Magdalena Valley, Colombia, is among her most proud achievements. This project marked a milestone in her career and showcased her exceptional leadership and diplomatic skills in facilitating crucial meetings among country chairpersons.

Mrs. Herrmann-Foley's academic background reveals the foundation of her success. She holds a bachelor's degree in international finance from the University of Houston and received a Bachelor of Science in geological engineering from Michigan Technological University in 1983. Mrs. Herrmann-Foley returned to the University of Houston to earn her Master of Business Administration in 1985. These academic credentials equipped her with a robust skill set that has been instrumental in her career achievements. Mrs. Herrmann-Foley attributes her success to the unwavering support from her grandparents and impactful guidance from her high school biology teacher.

Outside of her professional life, Mrs. Herrmann-Foley is actively involved in various civic-minded organizations. She is a member of the Sierra Club, volunteers with Meadows Foundation Inc., and participates in activities with Citizens' Climate Lobby. Mrs. Herrmann-Foley's commitment to environmental stewardship is further evidenced by her extracurricular interests in bike racing, tree planting, and picking up garbage. She has been recognized for her contributions to her field and community with awards from the Academy of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences and the Presidential Council of Alumni at Michigan Technology University; she was also named top quartile manager at Shell.

Looking ahead, Mrs. Herrmann-Foley is contemplating her future with an emphasis on contributing to technology and green energy initiatives. Her passion for these areas drives her interest in engaging more deeply in volunteer work. Mrs. Herrmann-Foley aims to collaborate with Michigan Technology University on green energy projects by leveraging her skills. Confident in her ability to make meaningful contributions, she is excited about the opportunities that lie ahead as she considers the next steps in her career and personal life.

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