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Hear how the IMO supports women in the maritime industry. In 1988, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) initiated its gender programme for an institutional framework to incorporate a gender dimension into IMO's policies and procedures. IMO has supported access to maritime training and employment opportunities for women in the maritime industry. Presently, the IMO gender programme is called Women in Maritime and focuses providing women training, visibility, recognition. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear from Helen Buni, the Principal Programme Assistant of the Technical Cooperation Division at IMO and the focal point for the Women in Maritime programme. Helen joined IMO in 2003 and has delivered capacity-building technical assistance activities that promote women in the ports and maritime sector around the world. On this podcast episode, Helen shares how the Women in Maritime programme has taken a strategic approach towards enhancing the contribution of women as key maritime stakeholders, supporting the participation of women in both shore-based and sea-going posts. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of the show? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org. Before You Go - Be a Part of IMO's Social Media Wall - #MaritimeWomenPhotoShare A message from IMO, "To achieve a more diverse workforce, it is essential that women are visible – both within the maritime community and, more widely, in representations of the maritime sector in news reports and marketing material. IMO has invited women of the maritime sector to share photos of themselves at work, using the hashtag #MaritimeWomenPhotoShare. Thanks to contributions from around the world, IMO is building a bank of images of women in maritime, where external audiences can source quality and realistic photos for use in news stories, social media posts and brochures, for example. The aim is to achieve a more diverse representation of maritime careers in the media, so that roles such as captain, chief engineer and seafarer are also portrayed by women. This will be key in inspiring young women to embark a maritime career, by showing there is a place for them in the maritime sector."

Today on the podcast, lets tackle grief together to support our crewmates. Over 50 years ago, Winston Rice stepped on board a drilling rig in the US Gulf of Mexico. This experience ignited his passion for the maritime and offshore energy industries. Today, you can call him Chaplain or Father Winston Rice, serving those who work on the water through the Maritime Pastoral Institute. Regardless of religion or atheism, Father Winston has always been eager to go offshore to provide support to those who are grieving, when for example a crew member passes, or to provide logistical assistance when families of a mariner have faced dire circumstances. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, Ally Cedeno, the founder of Women Offshore, tackles grief and hardship on the water with Chaplain Rice. No matter what your background or religion are, learn about how we can all be more supportive of our crew mates and what support is needed when facing grief offshore. To learn more about the Maritime Pastoral Institute and to reach out to Father Winston Rice, visit maritimepastoral.org or reach out toll free +1 844.893.8949. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of the show? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Listen to Reshma Nilofer, India's first female Maritime Pilot. Meet Reshma Nilofer, a maritime pilot at Syama Prasad Mookherjee Port (formerly known as the Kolkata Port Trust). She is India's first and only female maritime pilot. Reshma is a graduate of the Birla Institute of Technology, where she studied marine technology and engineering. She joined the Syama Prasad Mookherjee Port as a pilot trainee in 2011, and she earned her pilot role a few years ago. As a maritime pilot, Reshma is at the pinnacle of the industry. She is a navigational expert and pilots in one of the most challenging areas of the world, the Hooghly River. It is a 221 kilometer (137 mile) river known for its tidal bores, numerous sandbars, and sharp bends. Reshma does not shy away from challenges and thrives in her work, calling it "one of the most satisfying jobs in the universe." Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear from Reshma as she shares her experience as a maritime pilot and how she has overcome and manages challenges in her career, including the dangers of climbing pilot ladders. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of the show? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

In a two part series, learn even more about Mercy Ships and how they save live across the globe. Last episode, we introduced you to Mercy Ships, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, that provides surgeries for thousands of people with their floating hospitals. Since Mercy Ships was founded in 1978, over 2 million lives have been impacted through surgical care, medical training, and infrastructure development. They have completed over 100,000 surgical procedures and trained over 42,000 professionals in the areas they have served to create "a lasting legacy of healing." Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, learn even more about Mercy Ships and opportunities to work on board. Hear from Captain Kathy Shankle, who joined Mercy Ships in June 1986 and is a graduate of the California Maritime Academy. She shares sea stories from her decades of working at sea and how she dedicated most of her career to serving aboard Mercy Ships' vessels. To learn more about Mercy Ships, visit MercyShips.org. Contact Mercy Ships recruiters by emailing volunteer@mercyships.org. Information about volunteering can be found at https://www.mercyships.org/volunteer/. To apply, find your next role at https://www.mercyships.org/opportunities.mercyships.org. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of the show? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Mercy Ships uses hospital ships to transform lives and serve nations, one at a time. Globally, 5 billion people lack access to safe surgery, leaving many to die every day from treatable causes. Safe medical care is something that is out of reach, so many are suffering across the globe. Because 50% of the world’s population lives near a coast, Mercy Ships, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, can provide surgeries for thousands of people with their floating hospitals. Since Mercy Ships was founded in 1978, over 2 million lives have been impacted through surgical care, medical training, and infrastructure development. They have completed over 100,000 surgical procedures and trained over 42,000 professionals in the areas they have served to create "a lasting legacy of healing." Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, learn all about Mercy Ships and opportunities to work on board. Hear from Angie Fadely, Vice President of Human Resources at Mercy Ships. Angie joined Mercy Ships in 1992, with her husband, Jon, and three children, after visiting the M/V Anastasis at the port of Houston in 1989. Her family served together onboard a few of Mercy Ships' vessels, the M/V Good Samaritan and M/V Caribbean. In 2003, after 11 years of shipboard service, they moved ashore to join the team at the International Operations Center and Angie was asked to develop a recruiting team as Director of Recruitment and Career Development. After serving in this role for 8 years, she accepted the position of Vice President of Human Resources in June 2012. To learn more about Mercy Ships, visit MercyShips.org. Contact Mercy Ships recruiters by emailing volunteer@mercyships.org. Information about volunteering can be found at https://www.mercyships.org/volunteer/. To apply, find your next role at https://www.mercyships.org/opportunities.mercyships.org. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of the show? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Let's talk about rumors and gossip. It's a sad truth that most people indulge in rumors and gossip. When put on a ship, isolated and bored, the rumorville can sometimes be quite busy. If you have found yourself as the subject of rumors, how did you handle it? If you gossiped about someone, why did you do it? If you heard a tall tale and did nothing about it, why didn't you intervene to stop it? Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, explore ways to handle rumors on board and stop the gossip with Erica D'Eramo from Two Piers Consulting, a public-benefit corporation tackling diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Erica analyzes this subject from all angles, including how gossipers and bystanders can take positive action. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 36? Did you enjoy episode 36 of the Women Offshore Podcast? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

In 2017, a group of women came together to pledge for a higher standard in the fishing industry. The Strength of the Tides community was started in 2017 by Elma Burnham, a commercial fisherman who spent the last decade fishing in Bristol Bay, Alaska. What started as a pledge for the fishing community to publicly state they support women who work on the water, Strength of the Tides, has grown into a global community of women in the fishing industry. They believe that women's lives, bodies, and strengths are undervalued in today's culture. Strength of the Tides is simply a rebuttal of that idea. The project works to support, celebrate and empower women working in the maritime industries through representation, community, and education, in addition to the pledge it was founded on. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, listen to why Elma started Strength of the Tides, why the pledge exists, and what's next for the platform. To learn more about Strength of the Tides, please visit: https://www.strengthofthetides.org/ Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 35? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to the show. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Be inspired by a woman who now works in space technology. Learn how her skill sets offshore were invaluable in making this career change and pursuing success. Kim Saxton is a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Marine Systems Engineering. After graduation, she worked on tankers and drill ships, before taking a leap into a role with SpaceX. As a systems integration and test engineer for the Dragon Spacecraft, Kim was responsible for Dragon Flight Systems integration and testing, created the integration flow for the first-time build of the Crew Dragon spacecraft and led the design/fabrication of various tooling. She also led the joint NASA and Boeing docking system rendezvous test campaign. She developed test procedures, coordinated ground software and tested equipment on schedule. After a few years with SpaceX, Kim moved to the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, where she has been a systems testbed engineer and the Mastcam-Z instrument engineer for the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover. On this episode of the Women Offshore Podcast, Kim shares her background and what inspired her to work offshore, along with some memorable sea stories. She also opens up about what prompted her to take the leap from offshore engineering to space technology, how she transitioned into a shore-side role, and what skills offshore she relied on during this process. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. Learn More In this episode, Kimberly Saxton referenced links to learn more. Visit jpl.nasa.gov to learn more about the Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL), in addition to mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/ for more about the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover and jpl.nasa.gov/spaceimages/ for space images. https://mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/ https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/spaceimages/ What did you think of Episode 34? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to the show. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

"I must down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by..." - John Masefield, Sea Fever Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, explore what it is like to sail on a tall ship in modern times. Hear from Ger Tysk, a mate on the SSV Oliver Hazard Perry, the largest civilian sailing school vessel in the United States. Launched in 2015, Oliver Hazard Perry is the first ocean-going full-rigged ship to be built in the U.S. in over 100 years. The ship is named after Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, native son of Rhode Island and the hero of the Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812. The Oliver Hazard Perry can accommodate up to 49 people overnight and up to 75 during the day. She is a US Documented vessel, inspected and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard. As a sailing school vessel, she carries no passengers; all aboard her are considered crew and are required to fully participate in the operation of the vessel. On this episode, Ger shares why she started working on tall ships and how she found out about it, along with a memorable sea story. She also explains why tall ships seem to be a female-dominated industry. If you're interested in joining a crew of a tall ship, Ger gives advice at the end to get you started. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. Learn More In this episode, Ger Tysk shares there are opportunities to work on tall ships through Tall Ships America, a non-profit educational organization focused on youth education, leadership development and the preservation of the maritime heritage of North America. Founded in 1973, Tall Ships America is commended by Congress as the national sail training organization representing the United States. They support and promote the ships, people, and programs of sail training through scholarships for youth, professional services and advocacy, the Annual Conference on Sail Training and Tall Ships, the annual TALL SHIPS CHALLENGE® series of races and events, and the biannual publication of Sail Tall Ships!, the world’s definitive directory of sail training. To learn more, visit www.tallshipsamerica.org/ What did you think of Episode 33? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

More to listen to in 2021! As the year comes to a close, you may have noticed that our podcast has been a little quiet lately. That's because we are working on providing you with a weekly podcast in 2021! Today, on the Women Offshore podcast, get a sneak peek into what you'll listen to in 2021. We think you will be inspired by sea stories of women making waves around the globe! Thank you for listening to the Women Offshore podcast. Happy New Year, and we look forward to sharing everything we have been working on with you soon! Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 32? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear all about the 2020 virtual conference. Here at Women Offshore, we hosted a virtual event for our 3rd annual conference on October 2nd and 9th. Over the two days, attendees heard keynote speeches and panel discussions, learning from HR representatives and offshore experts. Through interactive sessions and workshops, there were opportunities to network with others and share ideas. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear from the founder of Women Offshore and chairwoman of the conference planning committee, Ally Cedeno, and a conference attendee, Julie Schaeffer, who recap the conference and provide their takeaways from the virtual event. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 31? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

From a cadet at California Maritime Academy to captain with Chevron, Captain Amanda Wallace has had an exciting and successful career at sea. Captain Amanda Wallace's maritime interests began in High School through a program called Sea Scouts. Upon graduation in 2002, Captain Wallace was accepted into California Maritime Academy, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Marine Transportation in 2006. Her work experience spans the maritime industry, from tractor tugs to a hopper dredge and product tankers. Having sailed from cadet to captain, Captain Wallace is currently a marine superintendent for Chevron, overseeing the US flag & shuttle tanker operations. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear Captain Wallace share her career and get to know what it is like to sail on a tanker as captain. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. Or, listen to the episode here:   For advanced users, click HERE for our RSS Feed. What did you think of Episode 30? Did you enjoy episode 30 of the Women Offshore Podcast? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Women were previously banned from working in the oil and gas and maritime industries in Lebanon. Now there are new laws and opportunities and a professor is leading the way to bridge the gender gap. At Notre Dame University-Louaize (NDU), Lebanon’s preeminent non-profit Catholic institution of higher education and the sole Catholic Lebanese university that adopts the American model of liberal arts education, Professor Eugene Sensenig, Ph.D is passionate about empowering his students for equality. Through lessons and interactive webinars, Professor Sensenig has introduced his students to the possibilities of working in extraction industries, including offshore oil and gas. Recently, he shared the story of Rosie the Driller on Women Offshore to his students. Many of the female students were intrigued by Rosie as a role model, especially since the antiquated Lebanese Code of Labor banned women from the sector until recently. In 2018, the Petroleum Transparency Act changed women's opportunity in Lebanon, guaranteeing equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear from Professor Sensenig. He believes in promoting STEM in schools and universities to prepare girls and young women for future openings later in the decade. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 29? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Earlier this year, offshore drilling operations began for the first time off the coast of Lebanon. Today, hear from the first woman to join the operation, Sara El Boustani. In February 2020, history was made off the coast of Lebanon as the drill ship Tungsten Explorer began drilling operations in the area for the first time. President Michel Aoun addressed the nation, which was "going through the harshest economic and financial crisis of Lebanon’s modern history,” hailing the country’s first exploration as a “historic” step that would “represent a cornerstone to rise from the abyss” and transform the economy." On board the Tungsten Explorer, the crew included one woman, Sara El Boustani. A graduate of Lebanese American University with a Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering and a Minor in Mathematics, Sara is an operations engineer. Her job duties include assisting the rig manager and country manager with the planning and implementation of major maintenance and upgrade projects, preparing budgets, and developing standard benchmarks for tracking rig operations performance Today, hear from Sara as she shares her experience offshore for the first time, what her job is like on a daily basis, and advice for those concerned about working in a male-dominated environment. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 28? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

It's no secret that working offshore has its challenges. At Women Offshore we believe that a career at sea can be exciting and fulfilling, taking people all over the world. It also has its challenges, and sometimes those arise in conflicts between crew members. On the latest episode of the Women Offshore Podcast, hear a story submitted by a female seafarer about when she became angry at two crew members. Also featured in this episode is Erica D'Eramo from Two Piers Consulting. Erica breaks down the situation, explaining that anger is often viewed differently when displayed by a woman than a man, and answers questions about showing emotions, such as, "is there ever a time when showing anger is appropriate?" Two Piers is a public-benefit corporation tackling the issues of diversity and inclusion on two fronts. On one front, they help organizations assess and improve their current diversity initiatives, implementing practical, effective solutions to improve business performance and be more effective. They also recognize that sustainable, systemic change takes time. For those individuals currently facing challenging or unfamiliar work environments, they offer valuable support through individualized coaching, interactive group workshops and more. Visit TwoPiersConsulting.com to learn more. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 27? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

New on the Women Offshore Podcast, learn about mentoring virtually. For the past two years, we have operated a mentoring program at Women Offshore, called the Mentorship. This program virtually connects both mentors and mentees, and is designed for women anywhere in the world who have experience or currently work on the water in the maritime or offshore oil and gas industries. Cadets are especially welcome! Our application is currently open and will close Friday, July 24th. Interested in learning more? Click here!  The platform we use is a software by a company called Mentorloop. They want you to "imagine a world where every person had access to that life-changing connection; a mentor who they could lean on, learn from, and rely on." Mentorloop believes that this vision could make for a better world to live in, so they created a software for mentoring to be more accessible. Mentorloop was founded by two women, Lucy Lloyd and Heidi Holmes, who came from the tech industry. They have grown their company with a team of individuals who have witnessed and experienced the impact of great mentoring and who want to make this impact available to more people through a combination of technology and mentoring best practices. Today, hear from a Mentorloop co-founder and the CEO, Lucy Lloyd. Running strategy for leading global brands for over 10 years, Lucy has managed the development of hundreds of digital campaigns, websites, apps and SaaS products. In 2016 Lucy parlayed this experience into co-founding Mentorloop, a software platform helping organisations build a scalable mentoring culture. On this episode of the Women Offshore Podcast, Lucy shares why mentoring virtually works, what makes for a good mentoring relationship, her insight as to why it is important to mentor women, and so much more. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 26? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Job seeking in 2020 has become very challenging. If you're looking to work offshore or are worried about a layoff, this episode is for you. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, hear from Matt Fuhrman, founder and CEO of Core Group Resources. Matt is a 2005 graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy. His experience includes working as a terminal superintendent at the Port of Miami, a consultant before moving up to a director role at maritime recruiting firms, and a lieutenant in the US Navy Reserve. From crewing offshore vessels to placing executive officers, Core Group Resources has successfully positioned candidates across the organizational chart. Matt shares what the job market currently looks like, how to prepare oneself to move forward after a layoff, and what to do as a new graduate seeking a job in the maritime or oil and gas industries.     Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 25? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Hear from the Maritime Administrator, Admiral Mark Buzby. Mark Buzby is a retired United States Navy rear admiral who is currently serving as administrator of the United States Maritime Administration (MARAD). In June 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Buzby to be the administrator, and he was confirmed to the position by the United States Senate on August 3, 2017. Prior to his appointment, Admiral Buzby served as president of the National Defense Transportation Association, a position he held since 2013 when he retired from the U.S. Navy with over 34 years of service. As the head of MARAD, an agency within the Department of Transportation (DOT), Admiral Buzby is responsible for promoting the development of a merchant marine sufficient to meet the needs of national defense and the domestic and foreign commerce of the United States. MARAD functions include maintenance of ships in MARAD custody; administration of subsidy programs and other financial aids to shipping; maritime research and development; and training of merchant marine officers. MARAD also assists the maritime community in the areas of ship design and construction, development of advanced transportation systems and promotion of the use of U.S. flag vessels. A 1979 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Admiral Buzby earned his Bachelor of Science in Nautical Science and U.S. Coast Guard Third Mate License. He is a graduate of the Joint Forces Staff College and holds master’s degrees from the U.S. Naval War College and Salve Regina University in Strategic Studies and International Relations respectively. While serving in the US Navy, Admiral Buzby commanded destroyer USS CARNEY (DDG 64), Destroyer Squadron THIRTY-ONE, Surface Warfare Officers School Command, and Joint Task Force GUANTANAMO BAY. Ashore, he served on staffs of SIXTH Fleet, US Fleet Forces Command, the Navy staff, and the Joint Staff. Additionally, Admiral Buzby served as the Commander of the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command from October 2009 to March 2013. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, listen to Admiral Buzby answer questions from the Women Offshore Community. He talks about the state of US maritime industry, specifically the US merchant marine and shipbuilding; how the industry has responded to COVID-19; and even a sea story with a lesson learned from serving in the US Navy. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 24? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

Now on the Women Offshore Podcast, Krystina Amos shines a light on motherhood and working offshore before becoming a well control instructor. Even though she grew up with a father who worked offshore, Krystina Amos did not imagine a similar career path for herself. However, after she graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Geology from the University of Louisiana in Lafayette, Krystina took on a role as a mudlogging geologist on ultra-deepwater drilling rigs in the Gulf of Mexico. Now on the Women Offshore Podcast, listen to Krystina share how she made the leap from a student in the classroom to a mudlogger on drill ships and then back to the classroom as a well control instructor. Krystina also shares how she balanced an offshore career, while prioritizing time with her daughter, and why she made big jumps in her career. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on itunes, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 23? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on the iTunes Podcast App or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.

In times of crisis, navigating uncertainty can be overwhelming and worrisome. As the world stopped during the COVID-19 pandemic, many became overwhelmed, feeling uncertain about their careers and what lies ahead. Navigating uncertainty is no easy task. Today on the Women Offshore Podcast, offshore veteran and life coach, Jais Curry, is back to tackle how to approach this uncertain time in history. In an interview with Ally Cedeno, the founder of Women Offshore, Jais shares what it was like for her coming back to work in an offshore operations managerial role after maternity leave to a crisis and how one can manage their well-being during these uncertain times. To get a hold of Jais and learn more about her coaching. please visit Jaiscurry.com. Have a Listen & Subscribe The Women Offshore Podcast can also be found on itunes, Google Play, and most podcast apps. Make sure to subscribe in whatever app you use, so that you don't miss out on future episodes. What did you think of Episode 22? Let us know what you think by leaving a review on the iTunes Podcast App or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also reach out by sending us an email at hello@womenoffshore.org.