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Women's Energy Network

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Women's Energy Network (WEN) is a membership organization that brings both women and men together through networking events, educational opportunities and community outreach. This podcast started with the Colorado Chapter in 2020 before moving to WEN Global in 2021. WEN is committed to sharing knowledge, insights, and leadership tips from across the energy sector. This podcast is one of the many ways we're achieving this goal.
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21. What the ESG?!?

Women's Energy NetworkMay 05, 2021

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62. Same Game, Different Field Pt 1 with Dr. Jen Welter

62. Same Game, Different Field Pt 1 with Dr. Jen Welter

🎙️ #WENPodcast Alert 🎙️
In the captivating opening episode of a thrilling two-part series, the co-hosts of the @Women's Energy Network Global Podcast sat down with the remarkable @Dr. Jen Welter. A true powerhouse, she wears many hats as a coach, sports psychologist, athlete, founder, entrepreneur, speaker, and author. Dr. Welter graciously imparts her awe-inspiring journey and shares invaluable wisdom gained from breaking barriers in a predominantly male domain. As women in the energy industry, her words resonate deeply when she emphasizes that we are all part of the “same game,” just on a “different field.”
Here are just a few Dr. Jen’s trailblazing accomplishments:
🏈 Experienced 14-year veteran linebacker with eight All-Star selections
🏆 Achieved four titles with the Dallas Diamonds
🥇 Two-time champion of the International Federation of American Football Women’s World Championship
👟 Made history as the first woman to play running back in a men’s professional football game with the Indoor Football League’s Texas Revolution
📣 Pioneered as the first woman to coach the INFL
🚀 Broke barriers as the first female intern linebackers coach in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals
📚 Published author of Play Big: Lessons in Being Limitless From the First Woman to Coach in the NFL and the Critter Fritter children’s book series
🚩 Founded Grrridiron Girls flag football camps to empower young girls in sports.💅 Inspired ORLY’s Kick Glass nail polish
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#WEN2024 #energy #podcast #leadership #trailblazer #NFL #NWFL #grrridirongirls #linkedinsports #womenshistorymonth #Herstory #football #womenleaders
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not express or imply the views or opinions of our employers or any of its officers, directors, or employees. 

Connect with:
Dr. Jen on LinkedIn:  
https://www.linkedin.com/in/welter47/
Kara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krbyrne/

Maggie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-teliska-36538b14/

Beth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethcreller/

 Quick links:
Learn more about Dr. Jen Welter https://www.jenwelter.com/
Learn more about Grrridiron Girls https://www.jenwelter.com/grrridirongirls

Learn more about Women's Energy Network: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/



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Mar 20, 202434:21
61. Midstream - The Unsung Hero
Mar 06, 202436:40
60. WEN Podcast Unfiltered: Behind the Scenes Bloopers and Outtakes
Feb 21, 202423:48
59. Presidential Ponderings
Jan 10, 202431:42
58. Call to Action

58. Call to Action

#WENPodcast Alert
Join us for a conversation with @Mary Landrieu (D-LA), who served three terms in the U.S. Senate (1997-2015), where she chaired the prominent Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Senator Landrieu has continued to serve the energy industry throughout her career, which was built on bipartisanship and solving problems. This episode explores Senator Landrieu's call to action as we journey through her career and get her unique perspective on the collaboration required to overcome the climate crisis, the energy transition, and other universal challenges of today. 
#CallToAction #Podcast #EarCandy #ConnectedLocally #NetworkedGlobally #OneWenForAll #DiversityEquityInclusion #WENCommunity #WomenInEnergy #WENWomen #WENMen #WomenLeaders #OilAndGas #RenewableEnergy #PowerAndUtilities #NuclearEnergy
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not express or imply the views or opinions of our employers or any of its officers, directors, or employees. 

Connect with:
Mary on LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-landrieu-14895ab2/
Kara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krbyrne/
Maggie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-teliska-36538b14/
Beth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethcreller/

Quick links:
Learn more about Natural Allies: https://naturalalliesforcleanenergy.org/about-us/
Learn more about Women's Energy Network: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/

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Dec 20, 202340:58
57. Why Water? Intersectionality

57. Why Water? Intersectionality

Nov 15, 202316:60
56. Why Water? Collaboration

56. Why Water? Collaboration

#WENPodcast Alert;  We dive deep into the fascinating world of water in our first three-part podcast series.  "Why water?" you ask. Well, just like energy, consumers expect seamless access to water and expect it to be there any time they need it at a low cost.   
In Episode 2 of the Why Water? series, we talk with Anne Castle from the University of Colorado Law School and Edalin Koziol from The Nature Conservancy’s Colorado River Program on the COLLABORATION when discussing multiparty solutions that cross any state or country boundaries. Anne and Edalin walk us through the Colorado River Compact and help us navigate the complexities surrounding the Colorado River, it's use, and the quantity and quality of the river itself.


The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely our own and do not express or imply the views or opinions of our employers or any of its officers, directors, or employees. 

Connect with:
Edalin Koziol  
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edalinkoziol/
Anne Castle https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-castle-059564211/
Kara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krbyrne/

Maggie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggie-teliska-36538b14/

Beth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethcreller/

 Quick links:
GUEST COMPANY:
The Nature Conservancy https://www.nature.org/
Water Policy Group  WaterPolicyGroup.com
Tribal Clean Water tribalcleanwater.org
Learn more about Women's Energy Network: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/

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Nov 01, 202344:50
55. Why Water? Sustainability
Oct 18, 202327:11
54. Commodities Are Our Future
Oct 04, 202335:24
53. Brilliant Fusion: The Chemical Show & Women's Energy Network Unite
Sep 13, 202356:07
52. Mastering Your Network
Aug 08, 202342:53
51. Batteries Make Good Neighbors
Jul 11, 202341:47
50. Risk Is Not A Dirty Word
Jun 20, 202338:15
49. From Who? to YOU
Jun 07, 202337:27
48. Let's Talk About Real Decarbonization
May 24, 202342:32
47. Loving Life: It's All About the Blend
May 10, 202335:18
46. Meet the Hosts (again)
Apr 26, 202332:31
45. Presidential Roses & Thorns

45. Presidential Roses & Thorns

In this episode, co-hosts Sally Hallingstad and Sarah Derdowski talk with Kara Byrne and Andrea Tettleton, two amazing WEN Global Presidents who’ve committed themselves to making WEN the best organization possible. From lessons learned to new, exciting tools coming down the pipeline, this episode is sure to get you excited for #WEN2023. 

In other news, this will be Sally's last WEN podcast as host. It’s been quite the experience and she's learned a lot, from figuring out how to listen to others to editing podcasts in a program she'd never heard of. Sally also had a lot of fun with our guests, and this year with her co-hosts Barlett and Derdowski. Without them by her side, year three wouldn’t have had such diverse content. 

Though these three are stepping down, there’s a new team taking over in 2023. Stay tuned for new content in early March, if not before. But for now, enjoy the final episode of 2022!

Dec 14, 202232:09
44. Women Leading EnergyTech

44. Women Leading EnergyTech

Today’s episode features not one, not two, but THREE amazing guests, all with Technip Energies: 

  • Caroline Coton-Tranape, Assistant Director of the Weymouth Research Center 
  • Delphine Stewart, Head of Genesis in the U.S., a subsidiary of Technip Energies 
  • Poornima Sharma, Vice President Operations, Americas & Europe, Sustainable Fuels, Chemicals and Circularity 

All three of these women have engineering training and yet find themselves at a technology-forward company. How is this possible, you ask? In this episode, we dive into this question while learning more about Technip Energies, a company that prioritizes their global employees, from hiring locally to ensuring opportunities for growth within. 

The takeaways from this episode are many, including the advice Caroline, Delphine, and Poornima left at the end of the episode, but the standout I heard is technology is booming. The world is going to be built on technology, and the brightest minds are needed to make this happen. Listen to this episode and if you don’t visit www.TechnipEnergies.com to look for career opportunities immediately after, I’d say you’re fibbing. 

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Dec 01, 202237:25
43. Just Bloom
Oct 26, 202235:29
42. Own Your Strength
Oct 12, 202240:24
41. The Candidate's Market
Sep 28, 202239:34
40. The Woman Who Does it All
Jul 06, 202233:18
39. Unseen Potential in CCS
Jun 22, 202249:35
38. The Musical Entrepreneur
Jun 08, 202235:29
37. How Burgers & Buildings Get Billion$
May 25, 202232:12
36. The Princesses and the P's
May 04, 202235:38
35. Are We Experiencing an Existential Crisis?
Apr 20, 202240:48
34. You Got One Shot

34. You Got One Shot

Ever wondered the key to building a team or making a business idea come true? Today we talk to Tadd Wallace and Susan Starr of Universal Chemical Solutions. They share the story of bringing an idea to life and the importance of building a great team around you.
What started as a discussion about finding and seizing business opportunity quickly transformed into how to lead authentically and why a great team around you is so important. What Tadd and Susan demonstrate are role models for both their business acumen and their unwavering support for each other and those around them. We hope this episode brings inspiration to all our listeners!
Episode Links

Learn more about Universal Chemical Solutions
Connect with Tadd Wallace
Connect with Susan Starr

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Apr 06, 202248:33
33. Is Nuclear Power the Answer?

33. Is Nuclear Power the Answer?

Nuclear has been an energy source for decades but sadly, it hasn't gotten the love that our guest and Sarah Derdowski (co-host) feels it should.

Blake Lindsay, partner at McKinsey & Company, uses this episode to give the history of nuclear (including how the Navy made it cool by using it to power submarines), costs, and the pros and cons of putting it into the mix of our energy transition.

Is nuclear truly carbon free? And will it stand the test of time? Whether you tune in for Blake's thoughts and opinions on the future of nuclear power or to see how Derdowski attempts to contain her excitement about this topic, we hope you listen and learn. 

BONUS TRACK: Keep listening for a funny outtake regarding submarine life. Fact correction: David Robinson is 7'1" tall.

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Mar 23, 202239:48
32. Financial Genies. Are They Real?

32. Financial Genies. Are They Real?

Have you ever rubbed a lamp, hoping your financial worries would be solved? Do you feel overwhelmed thinking about where to start with saving for retirement? Do you feel too young or too old to start asking for help from a professional? Today's guests, Dave Brinkman and Alissa Garcia, give you insight about the benefits of engaging an advisor to help you achieve your long-term financial goals, regardless of your current situation.  

In this episode, sponsored by Schneider Downs Wealth Management Advisors, LLC, Dave and Alissa answer questions about what it's like to work with a financial advisor, as well as discuss why it's important to look at the whole picture, where to start, how to best manage risk and debt, and how it's never too late to start. They also lay out some cool facts, including which gender statistically makes smarter investment decisions. Do you know the answer? Take a listen to find out!

BONUS TRACK: Keep listening to learn how Dave thought the episode SHOULD have ended. Be ready to find an orange beverage STAT.


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Mar 09, 202239:50
31. #BreakTheBias Through ESG

31. #BreakTheBias Through ESG

Thanks to our sponsor, CU-Denver's Energy Program, we had the great fortune of speaking with Farhana Morales, Senior Manager Corporate Responsibility, ESG at Target Corporation. Prior to joining the team at Target, Farhana had a long career in the oil & gas industry that allowed her to explore multiple countries and cultures. During her work in energy, she was introduced to the concept of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and it truly resonated with her values. We invited Farhana on for her knowledge and experience with ESG but as you'll hear, this episode leaves listeners with so much more.

In addition to explaining ESG and some of the common misconceptions, Farhana touches on lessons learned throughout her career, her passion for helping other women, and shares tips on how to find the support you need, because women CAN do it all. She also reminds us that now is the time of the "Great Upgrade," and if you aren't happy professionally to find your voice, even if it means using a hacksaw. #BreakTheBias

We're releasing this episode early as we thought sharing Farhana's story is a perfect way to honor International Women's Day. We hope you enjoy every minute and ultimately, you feel inspired to become an advocate for both yourself and all of the women in your network. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or online: https://anchor.fm/womensenergynetwork

BONUS TRACK: We had a silent co-host for more than 30 minutes...but then she just couldn't help herself.

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Mar 08, 202234:49
30. The Ms. Engineer Way
Feb 23, 202235:34
29. Meet the Team

29. Meet the Team

The Women's Energy Network Podcast was created to share information about the energy industry as well as highlight stories of leadership from our WEN community. This year is no different, but we're changing it up by adding more content and cohosts, allowing us to drop new episodes every two weeks. Are you excited? 


This is the first episode of 2022 and before we jump into the "real" stuff, we decided to take a beat and highlight our three hosts, Sally Hallingstad, Sarah Bartlett, and Sarah Derdowski - #HBD for short. These friends may have a lot in common, but as they introduce themselves you'll hear a number of ways they differ, from family life and educational experiences to where they grew up and their skill sets. We anticipate that the mix of similarities and differences will bring out the best in our guests, providing you with ear candy for all types of listeners. Take a listen, get to know your hosts, and then set a reminder to listen for new episodes twice a month featuring a variety of technical and leadership experts. Enjoy! 


BONUS TRACK: Have a few extra minutes? Keep listening after the closing music to learn your next party joke; the one so good that it didn't make the final cut. 


Connect with HBD on LinkedIn 

  • Sally Hallingstad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallyhallingstad/ 
  • Sarah Bartlett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahachase/ 
  • Sarah Derdowski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-derdowski-2407895/ 


Learn more about Women's Energy Network: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/ 


Have guest or topic ideas? Send them to marketing@womensenergynetwork.org!  


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Feb 10, 202225:51
28. Why a Leadership Program?

28. Why a Leadership Program?

Have you considered applying for the 2022 Global Leadership Cohort? This episode talks about the program's benefits, the importance of the community you build, and how you can continue your development beyond just one year. Listen in as Brandon Towle, Yielded Consulting, and Kara Byrne, WEN Global President Elect, discuss how they met and developed one of WEN's signature programs! 

Episode Links:

  • Connect with Brandon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teamleadershipculture/
  • Connect with Kara: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krbyrne/
  • Apply for the 2022 Global Leadership Cohort: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/WENmember/Events/Copy_of_Partners.aspx


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Dec 08, 202135:59
27. Bringing Up the Boss
Nov 03, 202132:22
26. BOEM: More Than an Acronym, sponsored by WEN Greater Albany
Oct 06, 202123:08
25. Leader of the Pack
Sep 08, 202124:21
24. Stories of Leadership: From Pilot to President
Aug 23, 202133:24
23. It's a Jungle Out There, sponsored by CU-Denver GEM Program

23. It's a Jungle Out There, sponsored by CU-Denver GEM Program

A recent Google search pulled up daunting statistics about job hunting, including one that states "In 2018, on average, 12% of candidates who applied for jobs were asked for an interview." What? Only a 12% chance? Do they not know how amazing I am?  Job hunting can be as miserable or as fun as you want it to be. In today's episode we talk to two leaders in job placement, Katie Wilson and Kim Pierce. Our discussion revolves around what the current job market looks like for O&G, the best ways to use your resources, and the importance of building and using your network. And we also threw in a few comments about when and why you should look at working with a recruiter during your next search. Can you say "broader network?" Thank you to the Global Energy Management (GEM) Program for supporting the WEN Podcast. If you are currently unemployed and/or looking for ways to build or improve your skills, check out their website to sign up for free courses, certificate courses, or even a masters in energy management! Connect on LinkedIn: Katie Wilson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-wilson-recruiter/ Kim Pierce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimpierce/ Sarah Derdowski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-derdowski-2407895/ Learn more about: Wilson Workforce Solutions: https://wilsonworkforcesolutions.com/ High Country Energy Search: https://hcenergysearch.com/ GEM Program: https://bit.ly/CUDenverGEM Women’s Energy Network offers access to a Career Center as part of your member benefits. Visit us online to learn how you can join our network today: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/ *Make sure to SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW*
Jul 14, 202126:40
22. Crazy for Crypto
Jun 02, 202138:41
21. What the ESG?!?
May 05, 202141:09
20. Your Network is Your Net Worth
Apr 07, 202127:48
19. Making DEI a part of our DNA

19. Making DEI a part of our DNA

Today's episode features Brittany Ramos (Orion Strategies) interviewing WEN's newly appointed Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Director, Dannetta English-Bland (Deloitte). From beginning to end, this episode is true ear candy as Brittany and Dannetta take a deep dive into the ways WEN is weaving DEI into its DNA through #OneWENForAll.

In addition to providing great content about WEN's DEI initiatives, there are unforgettable quotes throughout, including what HOPE means to Dannetta. Take a listen - we promise you won't regret it.

Connect with:

Dannetta on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannettabland/

Brittany on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittramos/

Quick links:

Learn more about #OneWENForALL: https://bit.ly/ONEWENFORALL

Learn more about Women's Energy Network: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/

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Mar 17, 202143:16
18. "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow."

18. "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow."

Same podcast, new name! Formerly known as the WENCO Watercooler, this is the first of many episodes of the Women's Energy Network (WEN) Podcast. We are excited to share stories, knowledge, leadership tips and more through this platform.  "Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow." -Albert Einstein To kick us off, we gathered WEN National Presidents to share with listeners how WEN National came to be (past), what is on the agenda for members this year (present) and where they see WEN in five years (future). Take a listen as Jeannie, Erin, Jana and Tara share the WEN story and inspire all of us to grab a friend and join the WEN community!  Connect with: Jeannie Gardner, Shell (2016-2017) on LinkedIn Erin Magee, Jackson Kelly, PLLC (2019) on LinkedIn Jana Grauberger, Liskow & Lewis (2020) on LinkedIn Tara Meek, Williams (2021) on LinkedIn Helpful links: Become a Member of WEN Volunteer with WEN *Make sure to SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW*
Feb 17, 202144:21
17. Hey 2021 - let's DO this.
Dec 02, 202043:19
16. Confident Leadership w/Anna Conrad, ILS
Nov 18, 202022:26
15. Stories of Resilience featuring Frances Koncilja
Nov 04, 202013:47
14. The Ultimate Comeback w/Margot Timbel

14. The Ultimate Comeback w/Margot Timbel

With an undergrad in Geological and Geophysical Science, Margot Timbel started her career with Amoco and never looked back. She retired after more than 35 years in the oil & gas industry, but like many leaders of our industry, it wasn't long before she jumped into her next project. In this episode, we learn about Margot’s career trajectory, helpful tips for any career and her post-retirement passion project, Comeback Yoga. Her calm demeanor combined with insight into the oil & gas industry makes this episode a must-listen. Enjoy! Episode links: Find Margot on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margot-timbel-76bbba4/ Comeback Yoga: https://www.comebackyoga.org/ Comeback Yoga Breakfast (10/28): https://www.comebackyoga.org/new-events WENCO: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/Colorado/ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW!
Oct 22, 202045:25
13. #LeadershipGoals w/Ward Polzin

13. #LeadershipGoals w/Ward Polzin

As I (Sally) mention in the intro, Ward Polzin, CEO at Camino Natural Resources, is one of the kindest, most authentic leaders I have ever had the pleasure of working with. His approach on leadership is one that is rare in the oil & gas sector and in my opinion, should be emulated more. With a degree in engineering from Colorado School of Mines and an MBA from Rice University, Ward was able to develop his career from the field to the C-Suite through a variety of experiences. Our discussion includes valuable leadership tips, including why it's important to hire people smarter than you, as well as insight into which basin he thinks is best. I truly believe that every listener - regardless of gender, skill or sector – will glean tips from this episode. Enjoy! Episode links: Find Ward on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ward-polzin-6339497b/ Camino Resources: http://www.caminoresources.com/ WENCO: https://www.womensenergynetwork.org/Colorado/ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW!
Oct 07, 202040:31