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In this episode, our host Kym Ali had the honor of interviewing Regina Bynote Jones – Chief Legal Officer of Baker Hughes. We examined the intersection of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Legal at Baker Hughes. Regina shares invaluable insights from her vast experience, shedding light on how companies can navigate and thrive at this…

In this episode, our host Kym Ali discusses the recent Supreme Court’s ruling on Affirmative Action and what it means for your DE&I strategy and recruitment efforts. Join us in this thought-provoking discussion as we explore where we go from here on Affirmative Action, SCOTUS and race-based recruitment. Let’s talk about facts, not feelings, and…

In this episode our host Kym Ali shares how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) intersects with Wellness in the energy sector, and why this connectionapplies to everyone-despite your background.    Learn how this synergy not only creates a healthy and engaged work environment but also significantly impacts an organization’s bottom line.  This episode is made…

In this episode our host Kym Ali had the pleasure of interviewing Allison Kajs, DE&I Manager and the Director of SkillsReady at the American Petroleum Institute- the largest U.S trade association for the oil and natural gas industry. During our conversation, we delved into the groundbreaking SkillsReady program and how it’s revolutionizing the way the oil…

In this episode our host Kym Ali gets inspired by Carlos Ayala’s incredible journey as Vice President & Chief DE&I Officer of one of Forbes top 10 energy companies for diversity-NiSource!   From his humble beginnings to being nominated as Top 100 Diversity Officers, this inspiring episode shows that all you need is passion, desire and a…

In this episode our host Kym Ali welcomes an esteemed guest, Senator Benjamin Brooks of the Legislative District 10 of Baltimore County Maryland. Serving on the Education, Energy, and Environment Committee, Senator Brooks has a distinctive, nuanced perspective on the critical interplay between energy and sustainability. Today, we dive into the fascinating and often misunderstood realm…

Are you curious about AI and the future of innovation in energy? Then this episode is for you! In this episode our host Kym Ali explains why AI will lead to a more inclusive energy space and unlock exciting potential for innovative ways to clean energy. This episode is made possible by Diversity Atlas Brought to you…

In this episode of the DE&I in Energy Podcast, our host Kym Ali interviews Taya Alfred. Confronted with hurdles to her advancement, Taya took control of her destiny. She crafted her unique personal brand, turned adversity into fuel, and ascended the corporate ladder, shattering glass ceilings in the energy sector along the way. Discover Taya’s inspiring…

In this Episode, our host Kym Ali explains the role of inclusive leadership in achieving our net-zero goals. We unpack the common trend of promoting technical experts to leadership roles, the potential challenges this creates, and the undeniable value of people skills in these key positions. Kym highlights the real-life impact of leadership decisions on…

In this episode, our host Kym Ali will explore the intriguing career journey of Ralph Cleveland, the President and CEO of the American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE). Before AABE, Ralph served four years as the Global Head of Customer Operations, Business Transformation, and Supply Chain for Fortune 50 American International Group (AIG). Before…