Championing a safety culture: Bridging oil & gas and chemical industry - Huntsman Knows How Podcast

In this conversation, Britt Benko shares her journey from growing up in an oil and gas family in the Rocky Mountains to becoming a prominent figure in the industry. She discusses her education, the influence of mentors, and the personal impact of safety in the workplace. Britt reflects on her career at BP, the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field, and the significance of the Gulf of Mexico incident in shaping her professional outlook. Brittany reflects on her experiences during the Deepwater Horizon crisis, discussing the challenges of crisis management and leadership. She shares insights on personal growth through adversity, the importance of organizational culture in safety, and the transition from the oil and gas industry to the chemical sector. Benko emphasizes the role of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) in modern industry and discusses the balance between career and family life, ultimately reflecting on his career achievements and legacy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Britt Benko 02:23 Growing Up in an Oil and Gas Family 05:43 Education and Early Career Decisions 11:59 Mentorship and Career Path at BP 15:15 Personal Impact of Safety in the Industry 19:51 Career Development at BP 25:01 The Gulf of Mexico Incident 26:42 Crisis Management and Leadership During Deepwater Horizon 35:55 Personal Growth Through Adversity 39:35 Organizational Culture and Safety 40:06 Transitioning from Oil & Gas to Chemical Industry 43:52 The Role of EHS in Modern Industry 44:52 Balancing Career and Family Life 51:49 Reflecting on Career Achievements and Legacy