Level Up Your Career: The Hidden Secrets of Sustainable Energy Leadership

Guest:Yogashri PradhanPetroleum Engineer & Data Analytics Expert | ChevronHost:Bryan HancockExecutive Connect: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectEpisode Overview:What does it take to lead in the evolving world of sustainable energy? On this episode of Executive Connect, host Bryan Hancock chats with Yogashri Pradhan, a petroleum engineer and data analytics pro at Chevron, to unpack her career journey, STEM roots, and what’s next for energy leadership. From making sense of massive data sets to navigating the shifting tides of sustainability, Yogashri shares real-world insights on resilience, innovation, and representation in oil and gas. Whether you’re curious about analytics, strategy, or breaking into energy as a woman in STEM—this episode delivers the goods.Timestamps:00:00 – Teaser01:00 – Introduction and Career Background02:11 – Early Exposure to Oil and Gas through STEM06:45 – Practical Use of Data Analytics in Oil and Gas11:39 – De-risking Investments with Better Data14:00 – Industry Shifts Toward Sustainability17:58 – Viewpoint on Peak Oil and New Technologies21:52 – Advice for Women Entering the Energy Sector25:08 – The "Petro Papers" Podcast26:53 – Final Thoughts on Grit, Resilience, and Open-MindednessConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug