Energy IYKYK

Meet Katia Cossa, a petroleum engineering graduate who shares her journey from Mozambique to Equinor in Norway.

Inspiring takeaways:

- Importance of self-discovery

- Work on identifying your purpose

- Seek support during challenging times

Her advice for early career professionals?

Embrace challenges, stay open to new opportunities, and make a significant impact in the present.

Don't miss out on Katia's insights and experiences in the energy industry!

Connect with Katia to learn more about her journey and contributions -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/k%C3%A1tia-nelson-cossa-biquiza

Connect with our host Saloma - https://www.linkedin.com/in/salomakheirallah/

Excited to introduce Caitlin Latta, a reservoir engineer at BPX, who shares insights on her journey in the energy industry and the importance of diversity and inclusion. 

Caitlin's story is one of personality and purpose, inspired by her mother's pioneering spirit in a male-dominated field. Her upbringing as an expat kid fueled her curiosity about different cultures, shaping her passion for diversity.

Her passion for breaking barriers led her to contribute significantly to BPX's Women's International Network, emphasizing mentorship and community building for young professionals.

Her advice to employers:

Let's invest in our future talent together!

Connect with Caitlin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-latta/

Meet Kristi Duong, a rising star in the energy industry, originally from Vietnam. Six years ago, she embarked on a journey that led her to earn a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Houston in Texas.
Kristi’s all about making things better and safer in the workplace, showing her commitment to adding value. That drive led her straight into the energy sector.
She landed a job as a Quality Engineer at SLB after a chance encounter with a recruiter. But let’s be real, the job hunt was no walk in the park. Kristi faced her fair share of setbacks, but she bounced back like a champ.
Kristi spills the tea on battling impostor syndrome and shouts out the crew who had her back.

In this episode, Stephanie Baskin, a first-gen college graduate, shares her journey into mechanical engineering and the energy industry. Overcoming fears, balancing life milestones, and navigating job search challenges, Stephanie highlights the vital role of energy alignment in her career choices.

Audrey Flynn, a recent graduate and Social Media Coordinator at Liberty Energy Services. She discusses her journey from Cincinnati, Ohio, to the University of Colorado Boulder, her strategic communications degree, and how she found her role in the energy industry.

Audrey emphasizes the importance of company culture and transparency in her decision to join Liberty. She also highlights the power of social media in changing perceptions about the energy sector, particularly among Gen Z.

Audrey encourages her peers to explore their passions, educate themselves about the industry, and shares her experiences in leveraging social media for positive impact.

Dive into Leen Alaeddine's captivating voyage from Lebanon to France and beyond as she reveals her experiences in the energetic energy industry. Leen spills the tea on the crucial role of company culture in career choices, goes over valuable lessons learned from education challenges, and shares unique advice for those in similar boats.

Tune in for insights on perseverance, proactive goal pursuit, and the power of a supportive squad. Leen's story also uncovers her ability for adapting to diverse cultures and the magic of gratitude that keeps her hustle strong. It's a podcast full of wisdom and real talk!

In our first ever guest episode of Energy IYKYK, we had the pleasure of getting to know Kaitlyn Krieger. 

Meet Kaitlyn:

In this first episode of Energy IYKYK, Saloma sits down with Jamie and Massiel of Flipping the Barrel to chat about the launch of this brand-new Gen-Z focused podcast, and explain why they are filling a much needed gap in the energy podcast space.