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Summary
In this episode, Joe Batir hosts co-chairs of the 2026 IMAGE conference, Molly Turko and Edith Miller. They discuss the evolution of energy conferences, the importance of volunteering, and how societies can make a broader societal impact. They share insights on adapting to industry changes, fostering soft skills, and inspiring the next generation of geoscientists.
Chapters
00:00 Introductions
04:01 The Value of Volunteering and Soft Skills
09:59 The Role of Societies in Industry and Society
14:59 Adapting to Industry Changes and Future Trends
20:00 Building a Career Through Volunteering
24:58 Societies as a Force for Good
29:58 Final Thoughts
Edith’s book recommendation:
Read Biographies!
Molly’s book recommendation:
Grandma Gatewood’s Walk by Ben Montgomery: https://a.co/d/07WjW0v0
Useful Links:
Molly’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-turko-phd-b697076a/
Edith’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edithjmiller/
SPE website: https://www.spe.org/en/
AAPG website: https://www.aapg.org/
Joe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir/
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