Career Development
SPE Africa's first Beyond the Borders program, held during the 2025 Nigeria Annual International Conference and Exhibition in Lagos, brought together young professionals from seven African countries to foster collaboration, leadership, and professional growth.
The free, 1-day symposium will bring together graduate students, faculty, and industry leaders dedicated to advancing research, career growth, and energy innovation.
Emuobosa Patience Ojoboh, SPE, shares how unexpected academic challenges changed her career path and how, throughout it all, SPE served as her anchor through uncertainty.
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The authors provide practical suggestions for improving your presentations to management so that your research contributions are more likely to be supported. -
New technology and innovation will always be key elements for the successful development of oil and gas reserves, and continued R&D activities are essential to meet this objective.
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A career in R&D is not for everyone. Brant Bennion discusses the opportunities and how he has found an R&D career rewarding.
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An examination of work/life balance issues by women in the industry.
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Norm Warpinski, Pinnacle, and Keng Seng Chan, Petronas, discuss the differences between E&P and service companies, along with their personal career experiences.
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Cajetan Onu, senior reservoir geologist, Total E&P UK, talks about the importance of hard work.
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Linda Ames reflects on how she has moved between operating and service companies during her career and provides advice on choosing the right path for you.
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Past SPE President Bill Cobb sheds light on getting the most out of SPE involvement.
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A look at Calgary, Canada's energy capital.
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John Yearwood, Smith International, discusses his career turning points, how his company is positioning itself for the recovery and advice for young professionals.
