Welcome from the Texas Gulf Coast Community Colleges Consortium
Welcome to the 2025 Women in Industry Conference!
On behalf of the Texas Gulf Coast Community Colleges Consortium, we are thrilled to welcome you to the ninth edition of the Women in Industry Conference. This event is dedicated to celebrating the remarkable careers available to women in the petrochemical and construction sectors. Whether you’re exploring new career paths, seeking to advance in your current role, or preparing to re-enter the workforce, today’s conference is designed to empower and inspire you on your journey to professional success.
Continuing our legacy of excellence, we have curated a vibrant lineup of keynote speakers and interactive workshops that aim to spark your passion for learning and growth. Be sure to check the program for details on our esteemed guests and their topics. With many speakers participating in multiple sessions, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to gain valuable insights, no matter your schedule.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors, whose steadfast support makes this event possible. Companies like ExxonMobil, Phillips 66, Worley, Chevron Phillips, OxyChem, Arkema, Dow, Freeport LNG, INEOS, Olin, PCL Construction, Shell USA, Turner Industries and Bechtel exemplify a commitment to fostering career exploration, inspiring dialogue, and building invaluable networking connections.
As we kick off this exciting day, we invite you to follow us on social media for real-time updates and insights throughout the event. Join the conversation and share your experiences using our official hashtag.
Thank you once again for being here and for your enthusiasm. Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with opportunities, empowerment and camaraderie!
Welcome to the conference!
Meet Today’s Keynote Presenters
Breaking Barriers and Building Legacies: Janis Lucas Paves the Way for Women in
Oil and Gas
Janis Lucas has built a remarkable career in an industry historically dominated by men, and she’s paving the way for future generations of women to do the same.
Janis is the first woman site superintendent at the ExxonMobil Baytown Complex, which is one of the largest integrated and most technologically advanced refining and petrochemical complexes in the world. In this role which requires a tremendous level of responsibility, she holds the highest-ranking position during the off shift and weekend hours. Janis oversees operations and ensures the safety and reliability of the entire Baytown Complex, which processes nearly 600,000 barrels of crude per day. She is also leading a major safety system rollout scheduled to launch in late 2025 and is designed to enhance safety protocols for more than 6,000 workers.
Janis was born and raised in Baytown and was always surrounded by family and friends who worked in the oil and gas industry. Inspired and determined to forge her own path, she decided to pursue an associate degree in Process Technology from Lee College. She graduated from Lee College while working full-time at ExxonMobil. Over the past 24 years, she has advanced through a variety of positions at ExxonMobil. She started as a process technician in the refinery’s flexicoker unit and progressed to roles such as first line supervisor, safety coordinator, and mechanical second line supervisor.
“Women are thriving in this industry, and we are driving forward that narrative,” Janis said. “Young girls need to know about and be encouraged to pursue careers in STEM. We are showing the next generation that there is no limit to what they can achieve.”
Amanda Knost President Worley
Amanda Knost is a strategic, solutions-driven business leader with a focus on collaboration and diversity. Her teams have consistently delivered outstanding top and bottom-line results in customer-focused growth environments. Having gotten her start in construction supply chain over 25 years ago, Amanda knows the critical nature of delivering the right solutions in the right way at the right time. She has built her success as a forward thinker who anticipates market shifts and takes decisive action. This has enabled her to transform businesses, turn around clients, and drive growth during times of change.
Janis Lucas Site Superintendent ExxonMobil
Meet the Speakers
Kathleen Holder has 22 years of experience in the dental field and retired her dental hygiene license to begin her second career with ExxonMobil in 2014. She hired in as a mechanical craftsman and through the apprentice program was trained to become a boilermaker and welder. She then became a supervisor allowing her to grow leadership skills and gain valuable resources across the ExxonMobil Baytown site. As a supervisor in 2021, she was responsible for coordinating maintenance work in units owned by two consoles: ranging from scaffolds, insulation and paint support to rerouting 600 ft of pipe through the rack or replacing entire vessels. She recently began a new role as the Labor & Logistics Liaison Supervisor and is excited to learn a new skill set to allow further growth and knowledge.
“Don’t stand in your own way. Keep moving forward and ALWAYS find the positive in every situation.” ~ Kat
Sammantha Villarreal’s journey at Lyondell in La Porte, Texas, began in 2019 when she received a phone call inviting her to join a new construction project. Despite having no prior experience in the construction industry, she took a leap of faith and accepted the opportunity. Starting as a pipe helper, she later advanced to a Project Expeditor role, quickly adapting and learning on the job. Her dedication and hard work led her to her current position on the safety team, where her passion for ensuring everyone goes home safely to their families motivates her daily.
Samantha’s transition to the safety team highlights her commitment to fostering a secure work environment. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with family and friends and engaging in outdoor activities. Her story is a testament to the power of taking risks, learning from experiences, and staying true to one’s values, both in the workplace and in life.
Tisha Pruneda is a People Team Coordinator based in Pasadena, Texas. In her current role, she provides support to craft professionals on a variety of matters. Tisha began her career 9 years ago in the medical department before transitioning into the field as a laborer on a large construction project. During this time, she worked her way up into Materials Management and eventually became a Foreperson. After completing her work on the project, Tisha took time off to be with her newborn children.
Once she was ready to return, she made the transition into the HR world as a recruiter. After gaining experience as a recruiter, Tisha joined the Worley Field Service Craft People team as a People Team Coordinator. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two children and her husband.
Meet the Speakers
With 20 years of experience in the financial industry, Jessica Pena has developed a strong foundation in business operations and client relations. After taking a break to raise her children, she transitioned back into the workforce as a timekeeper with Worley at EXXON New Construction, where she sharpened her attention to detail and organizational skills. Her role expanded, and she became the office manager at LyondellBasell, overseeing office operations, managing teams, and ensuring smooth day-to-day activities.
Her diverse experience, combining financial expertise and office management, has helped her build a versatile skill set that blends leadership, financial acumen, and organizational abilities.
She is passionate about optimizing workflows, fostering positive team dynamics, and ensuring operational success. Her approach to problem-solving and managing business operations is always focused on growth and long-term success.
Janis Lucas is currently a Second Line Supervisor at the ExxonMobil Baytown Complex. She is a graduate of Ross S. Sterling High School and received her associate degree in Process Technology from Lee College in Baytown. Janis joined ExxonMobil in 2001 as a Process Technician in the Flexicoker unit. Now, over two decades later, she has had the opportunity to work in operations, the safety department and mechanical.
“I like the challenges that come with each new position, getting to mentor coworkers and growing the talent of our employees,” said Janis. My goal was to have a fulfilling career that would provide for my family and I am fortunate to have found that in my hometown. I am also proud to be part of our Women’s Operations Network in the Baytown Area. Our goal is to advocate for females in industry and support the community through school outreach, fundraisers and participating in STEM activities.”
Janis has been married to her husband, Justin, for 15 years and has two children, Jaxson and Jase. All of whom are supportive in her work goals and having a career in industry.
Catie Engels has worked at ExxonMobil for 18 years. She is a mom to 1 energetic toddler and a stepmom to 4 wonderful children. The ages of children range from 4 years old to 24 years old.
At ExxonMobil Baytown Catie started as a Process Technician. When she completed the training program, she was offered an opportunity to run a console for her unit for several years. Throughout those years she participated in leadership roles in safety teams and volunteered in opportunities as they arose. After adding skills to her toolbox, Catie has had the opportunity to move into various roles and continue to grow leadership skills.
Christina Smith has been with Shell Deer Park Chemicals for 13 years, having started as a PTEC Intern as part of Shell Deer Park’s first ever Process Technology Internship class. After a successful internship, she became a full-time Aromatics Operator, where she worked field and console jobs, eventually working her way to the on-shift Production Team Leader position – a position she greatly enjoyed because she cares about people and helping them succeed. She began a new role in 2023 and is now the Ensure Safe Production Focal Point for Shell Deer Park Chemicals. She has career that she is proud of that she enjoys, and a plant full of people she cares deeply about. She has two sons, recently married her childhood best friend, and together they have a beautiful-blended family of five kids.
Ceola Hart started at Shell as an intern through Danos in June or 2021 and was hired on as a full-time employee that October. She holds an associate degree in process technology from San Jacinto College as well as a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a master’s degree in business administration. Prior to Shell, Ceola was a retail manager for several years. Shell’s commitment to safety for both its employees and the community drove her to seek employment with the company. Ceola currently holds dual qualifications for two different consoles. One console operates the Midwest crude operations that span from Canada to Texas and the other console operates Southern products to include dry gas operations.
Bailee Pharis is a Process Technician at the ExxonMobil Baytown Olefins Plant. She attended Crosby High School, where she excelled academically while also participating in various extracurricular activities. After graduating from high school, Bailee pursued her passion for both academics and athletics. She attended Weatherford College on a sports scholarship, where she showcased her dedication and perseverance as a collegiate athlete.
Upon completing her time at Weatherford College, Bailee decided to delve deeper into the industrial world by pursuing a career in process technology. She enrolled at Lee College, where she pursued an Associate of Applied Science in Process Technology.
Bailee joined the Baytown Olefins Plant in 2017. In this position, Bailee plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the plant’s processes, maintaining safety standards and optimizing efficiency.
Meet the Speakers
Christy Ramirez is an Operations Supervisor for the ExxonMobil Baytown Refinery at the Hydrofining Control Center. Prior to hiring in as a Process Technician in 2011, she worked as a contractor at the Baytown Refinery. Christy has filled different roles within the business team including console supervisor, unit trainer, new hire trainer, safety team captain, and downtime overall on her unit. In her current position, she plays a key role in overseeing unit operations, process optimization, and team leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
Christy is the mom to two amazing children (10 and 12 years old) that give her the drive to strive for greatness every single day. Christy loves the outdoors, music, weightlifting and cooking.
Elise Kappelmann is an Insurance Advisor for Phillips 66 in Houston, Texas. In her current role, she is responsible for understanding and managing risk across the company’s operations, advising business units on contractual risk issues, and supporting their insurance needs.
Before joining Phillips 66, Elise worked as an insurance broker at Willis Towers Watson, specializing in downstream property placements for large energy companies. Outside of her professional life, Elise is passionate about music – she performs with the Houston Symphony Chorus and is a musical theater enthusiast.
Amanda Deaver (Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering Texas A&M University - Kingsville) Global Environmental Leader. Amanda has been with Olin for 7 years and has 22 years of engineering experience, including 6 years of consulting. She leads the Women of Olin Steering Team and the Female Talent Pipeline. She enjoys many community service activities and finds student engagement opportunities like this one to be the most fulfilling.
LaTrice Weeks began her career with a Master’s in Business Administration and, after 19 years, transitioned to the petrochemical industry. She earned an AAS in Process Technology and worked as a process operator at Chevron Phillips Chemical for six years. She then moved into digital transformation project management and later became a Materials Handling and Maintenance Training Coordinator.
Her background in education prepared her for her current role as an end-to-end project manager, where she implements digital procedure management applications for over 800 employees and contractors. Weeks leverages her teaching skills to build strong relationships with customers and facilitate communication between vendors and customers. She also collaborates with training coordinators to identify training needs and develop plans for operators.
A volunteer and entrepreneur from Houston, Weeks enjoys reading, world travel, and quiet Sunday afternoons on her porch.
Michelle Baker is a Safety and Risk Advisor at the ExxonMobil Plastics Plant in Mont Belvieu, Texas. She grew up in Georgetown, Texas and attended St. Edward’s University in Austin.
Michelle joined ExxonMobil in February 2006 after a 10 year career with Delta Air Lines. She hired in as a Process Technician at the Baytown Refinery and over the past 18 years, has filled various roles, from Department Safety Coordinator, First Line Supervisor, Regulatory Compliance Coordinator and most recently, Safety and Risk Advisor.
“The industry is very different than when I hired in 18 years ago. I feel like there are more opportunities for women to not only succeed, but to thrive as leaders. I am proud to work for a company that supports me as a woman in industry, and encourages me to grow and challenge myself.”
Elizabeth Beckham is a member of Turner Industries’ award-winning Workforce Development Team. She has over 20 years of experience in HR and Training from multiple industries; of that experience, 15 years have been in the petrochemical and construction industry.
Elizabeth is a native of Jackson, Mississippi. She holds a bachelor’ degree in information technology and a master’s degree in workforce training and development from the University of Southern Mississippi. Additional credentials include National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Master Trainer, NCCER Construction Workforce Development Professional, Certified Occupational Safety Manager (COSM), Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM) and Certified Learning Professional (CLP) certificate from the Jack and Patti Phillips Workforce Learning and Performance Institute at the University of Southern Mississippi.
The History of Rosie the Riveter
Rosie The Riveter Day is celebrated on March 21 to recognize the part American women played in America’s victory in World War II. As the Second World War raged on in the early 1940s, all the able-bodied men were drafted to fight, and women were called upon to support the workforce. The symbolism of Rosie the Riveter stands for the millions of women who left their homes for factories to keep the country’s manufacturing processes going. After decades of sustained activism, the U.S. Congress heeded the calls and dedicated March 21 to this cultural icon.
Rosie the Riveter Day is a fitting recognition of the legacy of working women in America and the contribution of women during the Second World War. Being a total war, when every able-bodied man was sent to fight for the Allies, the nation’s manufacturing leg came to a halt. From heavy machinery to steel mills and freight ports, every male-dominated industry came short of personnel due to abrupt drafting.
Hence, the federal government issued propaganda to encourage women to join the industrial workforce as a patriotic duty. The iconic poster with a woman in a red bandana raising her fist was used to recruit women. The total number of female industrial workers went from 27% to 37% in the years between 1940 and 1945. More than 19 million women held jobs outside of the traditional women’s workforce for the first time ever. Soon enough, Rosie became a cultural icon. Hollywood immortalized Rosie the Riveter in 1944’s critically acclaimed movie of the same title.
The campaign proved to be a social reckoning that changed the nature of women’s involvement in the workforce forever. Riding on the hot wave of the suffragette movement, the U.S. government inadvertently became responsible for the second wave of feminism in the west.
In 2017, the U.S. Congress passed a resolution to mark March 21 as National Rosie the Riveter Day, a day in Women’s History Month. The movement had lasting effects on the collective American psyche, and the resolution acknowledges this vital role played by women during the Second World War.
1. ExxonMobil
2. Worley
3. Chevron Phillips Chemical
4. Phillips 66
5. OxyChem
6. Turner Industries Group LLC
7. Shell USA
8. PCL Industrial Construction Co.
9. Olin
10. Arkema
11. Freeport LNG Development, L.P.
12. INEOS
13. DOW
14. Bechtel
15. Dream It Do It
16. Galveston College
17. San Jacinto College
18. Houston Community College
19. Wharton College
20. Brazonsport College
21. Lee College
22. Lone Star College
23. GC Chamber of Commerce
24. Workforce Solutions
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Spotlight on Success
Jessica Mims
WhenJessica Mims walks through the Valero Texas City Refinery, she does so with confidence and a deep sense of purpose. Located on the Houston Ship Channel, the Valero Texas City Refinery receives and distributes feedstocks by pipeline, ship or barge via deepwater docking facilities.
Jessica grew up in Teague, Texas, and now lives in Friendswood. She is an excellent role model for girls and women of all ages. Over the past 14 years, she has proven that women are viable contributors and assets in the traditionally male-dominated petrochemical industry.
Mims joined the Valero Texas City Refinery as an operator in April 2024. In this role, she is responsible for monitoring equipment, troubleshooting system issues, and ensuring the refinery runs safely and efficiently. She will join the Valero emergency response team in August 2025 while completing emergency medical technician (EMT) classes at Prairie View A&M University. She graduated from the fire academy at Prairie View A&M University in 2022 and is dedicated to ensuring safe operations.
Jessica thrives in the dynamic, fast-paced environment and finds joy in handling heavy machinery at Valero. “I like being a little bitty girl controlling huge equipment,” she said with a grin. “I am equally as qualified and capable of handling the complex machinery as the men that I work with. I encourage other women to have confidence and believe that they, too, can excel in this industry.”
Jessica has refused to let challenges stand in her way. Her journey to success has been anything but easy. She enrolled at College of the Mainland in 2011 while she was a single mother of two young children and working full-time as an intern at Linde Gas (formerly Praxair) in Texas City. Balancing her college coursework, parenting her children, and the responsibilities of a demanding job was no small feat. On many nights, she would end her overnight shift at work, take a nap in the school parking lot, and then head straight to class. Her children – then toddlers – even accompanied her to class. She and her little ones were always welcomed by understanding professors who admired and respected her commitment to education and her solid work ethic.
Jessica secured several scholarships and accessed many other student resources while she was attending classes at College of the Mainland. She graduated from College of the Mainland with an Associate of Science degree in 2012 and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Petrochemical Process Technology in 2013.
Jessica’s hard work in school paid off, and she continued working at Linde Gas for ten years as a process operator. There, she honed her skills in process technology and learned the ins and outs of the company’s tools, equipment, and refinery processes. She also conducted Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) audits and ensured that Linde Gas’ facilities met critical safety standards. Jessica traveled with the Linde Gas team to help commission plants in Delaware, Louisiana, and Texas.
These days, Jessica is eager to advance her career at Valero. Her goal is to shift from operations to maintenance. To prepare herself for her next career advancement, Jessica is pursuing an instrumentation technology certificate from Galveston College and is on track to complete the program in August 2025. She also dreams of pursuing a four-year degree in engineering.
“Ongoing training is essential in this profession. Galveston College is flexible with my schedule, which makes higher education so much more accessible for working professionals like me,” she explains. “The hands-on learning experiences provided in the classroom are vital to succeeding in this industry. You have to touch the tools, mess up, and try again.” By investing in education and training for herself, Jessica has achieved success in an industry in which women are underrepresented. She hopes to inspire other women to take charge of their future by helping them to understand what is possible and by sharing some of her insights and experiences. “Higher education opens doors,” Jessica said. “It gave me the confidence to build a career, provide for my family, and gain financial independence.”
Jessica is also offering this advice to anyone who is interested in higher education: “You can do it! Always explore the student center and benefits available to you. Be open with advisors about your situation and don’t be afraid to ask for support. This industry needs more women, and we need to support each other.”
As a test operations technician with Houston-based Venus Aerospace, Corrinne Saenz is helping to build revolutionary technology that pushes the boundaries of hypersonic travel. She joined Venus Aerospace, a company that is developing reusable hypersonic technology to transform global travel and defense, in 2022. She is part of a team that is developing and testing the engines and equipment that power these hypersonic aircraft.
Corrinne wasn’t always working in the aerospace industry. In fact, she spent over 20 years working in in MEP services and the construction industry before deciding to change her profession at the age of 43.
Corrinne grew up in Houston and moved to Maryland shortly after graduating high school. At 21, she began working full-time at Patuxent Fire Protection where she started in pipe fabrication shop and progressed to managing procurement, estimating, and warehouse operations. She also co-founded and ran a custom fabrication and speed shop which specialized in performance of import cars for drag racers and daily drivers. After nearly a decade, Corrinne returned to Houston and transitioned into construction project administration when she accepted a job with a national general contractor.
In 2016, Corrinne joined the Gulf Coast Boiler Service Co. She led business operations and in 18 months, helped the company grow from six employees to 25 and increased revenue from $2 million to $12 million. Still, she felt something was missing. “I realized I wanted something different. I wanted to build, to work with my hands, and to create something meaningful,” Corrinne recalls. “I knew I needed a career change, one that would challenge me and provide a better future for me and my family.”
Corrinne recognized that higher education offered her the best pathway to more stability and better opportunities. In 2018, she took a sabbatical, left her job and enrolled in the welding program at Alvin Community College. She earned a pipe welding certification through scholarships and grants. Despite her determination and new skills, her efforts to break into the industry without prior experience proved to be difficult and disappointing.
Undeterred, she pivoted again in 2019 and took on remote accounting jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Around this time, Corrinne decided to create aviation-inspired furniture after receiving a car full of spare private jet parts. This project fueled Corrinne’s passion for aerospace and ultimately led her to enroll in the Aerospace Structures Technician Program at San Jacinto Community College in 2021. While simultaneously taking classes and working, Corrinne strengthened her technical expertise and refined her mechanical skills. It was during this time that Dr. Janis Fowler, who then was the director of the San Jacinto Community College Aerospace Education and Workforce Department, introduced Corrinne to Venus Aerospace.
“Community college allowed me to gain hands-on experience and develop the technical skills I needed to make my career change a reality. It’s incredible to be part of Venus Aerospace and work on groundbreaking technology. Every day, I’m excited to contribute to something so innovative, and I hope my journey inspires others to take a leap of faith into new opportunities,” Corrinne commented.
Corrinne is a positive role model for anyone who is considering a career change or who is interested in a career in any of the STEM fields. She has proven that success is all about an individual’s willingness to evolve and take bold steps forward.
Corrinne encourages women of all ages pursuing STEM careers to embrace every opportunity that comes their way. “Don’t overthink it. Take the leap. Every challenge is a chance to grow, and every step forward, no matter how small, is progress. Build your network, support other women, and remember that you belong in any space you choose to be,” she said.
Corrinne Saenz
Below is a list of resources for women interested in the petrochemical and construction trades industries.
Alvin Community College www.alvincollege.edu
American Business Women’s Association
www.abwa.org
This organization brings together business women of diverse occupations and provides opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership and education.
American Welding Society www.aws.org
A non-profit organization with a global mission to advance the science, technology, and application of welding.
Brazosport College http://brazosport.edu/
Careers in Welding www.careersinwelding.com
Online job board specializing in career opportunities in welding.
Catalyst.org www.catalyst.org
College of the Mainland www.com.edu
Engineer Girl www.engineergirl.org
The Engineer Girl website is designed to bring national attention to the exciting opportunities that engineering represents for girls and women.
Explore the Trades http://explorethetrades.org
Galveston College www.gc.edu
Houston Community College www.hccs.edu
Jobs in Logistics www.jobsinlogistics.com
Online logistics job board specializing in career opportunities in logistics and supply chain management.
Lee College www.lee.edu
Lone Star College www.lonestar.edu
National Association for Women in Construction https://www.nwbc.org
National Women’s Business Council
https://www.nwbc.gov
Accelerating the future of women entrepreneurs.
San Jacinto College www.sanjac.edu
Texas Child Care Solutions
www.texaschildcaresolutions.org
Connecting Texas parents with up-to-date parenting information, ideas, and on-the-ground resources.
Texas Gulf Coast Community Colleges www.gulfcoastcc.org
Texas Reality Check
https://texasrealitycheck.com
Texas Reality Check shows the user how to select a chosen lifestyle in order to match the amount of money needed to pay for that lifestyle.
Women Thrive Here
Texas Women Leading Government - Gulf Coast Chapter
https://www.wlgov.org/texas-gulf-coast Helps women succeed in public service by enhancing career building models that develop leadership skills and by networking professional women in government.
The Manufacturing Institute www.themanufacturinginstitute.org
The Manufacturing Institute is the authority on the attraction, qualification, and development of worldclass manufacturing talent.
TradesWomen, Inc.
https://tradeswomen.org
Outreach, recruitment, retention, and leadership development for women in blue-collar skilled craft jobs.
Wharton County Junior College www.wcjc.edu
At Chevron Phillips Chemical, we strive to give all our employees the flexibility and benefits to thrive both personally and professionally. We offer a range of benefits to help make work-life balance a reality, including flexible work schedules, comprehensive health coverage and a tuition reimbursement program. We are proud to recognize the contributions of women in petrochemicals.
At CPChem, our women’s Employee Resource Group, STRIVE, is committed to attracting, retaining and supporting women in our company by providing advocacy and professional development as well as opportunities to give back to local community organizations and initiatives that help women thrive.
Performance by design. Caring by choice.™
Women in Engineering http:/wie.ieee.org
The largest professional organization dedicated to promoting women engineers and scientists, and inspiring girls around the world to follow their academic interests in a career in engineering.
Women in HVAC-R womeninhvacr.com
Women in HVAC-R exists to improve the lives of members by providing professional avenues to connect with other women growing their careers in the HVAC-R industry.
Women Contractors Association www.womencontractors.org
WCA is a non-profit organization composed of women owners and decision-making executives within the construction industry.
Professional Resources
Career One Stop
www.careeronestop.org
A website sponsored by the US Department of Labor that has resources for workers with a criminal conviction, disabilities, veterans, as well as information for credential seekers, and job search tools.
Combined Arms
www.combinedarms.us
A veterans organization which has collected hundreds of resources across dozens of organizations. By building a quick profile and taking our assessments, veterans and family members connect to what they need in a timely fashion.
East Harris County Manufacturers Association (EHCMA)
www.echma.org
An organization dedicated to promoting the health, safety, security, environmental, and economic well-being of the petrochemical, refining, and manufacturing industry in East Harris County. The site has information and links to current issues and resources valuable to those employed in the industry.
Mentor: The National Mentoring Partnership www.mentoring.org/who-we-are/mission-vision
An organization that serves to fuel the quality and quantity of mentoring relationships for America’s young people and to close the mentoring gap. MENTOR drives mentor recruitment adn connects volunteers directly to local programs through the Mentor Connector, the only national database of quality mentoring programs.
NCCER (National Center for Construction Education) www.nccer.org/get-involved/individuals-seekingtraining/industry-recognized-credentials
NCCER develops standardized construction and maintenance curriculum and assessments with portable credentials. These credentials are tracked through NCCER’s Registry System that allows organizations and companies to track the qualifications of their craft professionals and/or check the qualifications of possible new hires. NCCER’s Registry System also assists craft professionals by maintaining their records in a secure database.
TOGETHER, WE ARE BETTER
At Oxy, we strive to cultivate an environment where our differences are celebrated and respected. The diverse backgrounds and unique experiences of our employees spark innovation and maximize operational results.
We add value – together – and commit to every employee realizing their full potential.
Learn more about careers at oxy.com/careers
OSHA Women in Construction
www.osha.gov/doc/topics/women
A government web page that provides female-specific resources on issues such as personal protective equipment and sanitary facilities. Additional links to reports, guidance documentation, and regulations related to women in the industry.
Petrochem Works
www.petrochemworks.com
This site was created to inform students and job seekers about the thriving petrochemical industry and help them get the education they need to prepare for a fulfilling long-term career in petrochem.
Women’s Bureau
www.dol.gov/agencies/wb
An agency that works to level the playing field for all women in the labor force, recognizing that true equal opportunity would have a positive impact not only on women’s own financial stability, but also on the broader economic security of their families and on the well-being of our nation. The site has blog posts, resource links to
items such as pregnancy and breastfeeding, women veterans, older women workers, and women with disabilities.
Women’s Equity Center
http://womensequitycenter.org
Provides useful strategies and practical applications to increase the number of women entering and being retained in registered apprenticeships through online resources; technical assistance and training.
Workforce Solutions
www.wrksolutions.com
With 24 career offices and 10 information centers across the region, the staff at these locations help people find jobs, keep jobs, or get better jobs. Workforce Solutions offers job search and job matching assistance, career counseling, and financial aid for education/training or work support. The Board also funds adult education and literacy services through seven major providers.
State-of-the-art training for the careers that power the energy capital of the world
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A supported local workforce helps strengthen pride and encourages people to stay and grow in the places they call home. Their local know-how should be heard, and deep roots and relationships valued to help communities thrive.
At Shell in the USA, we strive to understand the needs of communities and build local workforces vital today and tomorrow to support a changing energy system. Across the country, we are providing jobs, investing in education, and offering skills training in communities where we operate.
We are moving forward with local workforces because we’re moving forward with everybody.
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