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Hydrocarbon Engineering PodcastThe importance of trade associations and industry collaborationsIn this episode, we’re joined by Leakhena Swett, President of the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA), and Jay Cruz, Senior Director of Government Affairs and Communications. Leakhena and Jay consider the key role of industry associations and explain how the ILTA advocates for its members. We also discuss the importance of knowledge-sharing and industry collaborations, and how the ILTA can help to facilitate these partnerships in the liquid terminals sector. We also consider how collaborations are likely to evolve as the industry faces increasing regulatory and environmental pressures.This...2025-05-1423 min
6 Degrees of Associations: Presented by Big Red M.Reflections from an Inspiring Path to Association LeadershipBringing over two decades of experience in serving association members, Leakhena Swett joins the Six Degrees of Associations Podcast this week for a conversation with our host, Lucas McCann.
Leakhena is the newly appointed President of the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) and shares her fascinating career journey with us in today’s episode. Starting as a temp at the Irrigation Association, she navigated through various roles, ultimately finding her passion in association management.
During the interview, Leakhena reflects on her ascent within ILTA, from building their membership department to eventually taking on the role of interim president and, fi...2024-06-0531 min