
Uniting geoscientists in the Western U.S.
From the geological wonders in Arizona to the untapped potential of Alaska, the areas included in AAPG’s Pacific Section provide a geological richness bound to cultivate discussion and spark ideas.
The section, founded in 1924, aims to enrich and facilitate geoscience education through its annual convention, several industry publications, field trips and short courses, and student scholarships and awards. Join us today!
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Pacific Section Leadership

Maia Davis
President
Broadbent & Associates, Inc.
2026–2027

Gregory S. Gordon
President Elect
Aera Energy LLC
2026–2027

Ben Davidson
Secretary
Bridge Energy, LLC.
2026–2027

Lisa A. Alpert
Treasurer
2022–2028

Steven J. Sanford
Past President
Chevron

Daniel C. Steward
Past President
Woodside Energy
2026–2027

Yannick Wirtz
Editor
2026–2027
Pacific Section Affiliated Societies
States Included in the Pacific Section
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- Washington
- California
- Oregon