In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert speaks with Sally Goodson, President of Goodson Energy Associates, about her journey in the oil and gas industry, the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated field, and her book ‘Upstream Dream’. They discuss the importance of perseverance, mentorship, and the evolving landscape of the energy sector, as well as Sally’s experiences in post-retirement and her commitment to staying engaged in the industry.

Episode Links 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-goodson-47a3aa34/

 www.goodsonadvisors.com

 Amazon for book: https://www.amazon.com/Upstream-Dream-Sally-Goodson-GEA/dp/B0DYBHY6G6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=BJ3840NL2SMY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rFh8Ke8hzPWQkQGegi_N6wUYwHBwKbaDDJY2DgRS0VbGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.HPf1Lkk_p2pk4PXlIS05PS1NgpShmnD1GxahWvwRn1s&dib_tag=se&keywords=upstream+dream+book&qid=1753210550&sprefix=upstream+dream%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1

 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sallygoodson

 https://womenoffshore.org     Oct. 10, 2025 conference in Houston, TX

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