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The SOapbox SeriesS4 | Ep 3 | Company Culture in a Hybrid World | SOapboxIn the latest episode of the SOapbox podcast our host Mindy Prefling, and guest host Ella Cann, Team Manager at Spencer Ogden is joined by Copia’s Chief Development Officer, Ryan Galeria and Amber Rogers, Senior Manager for People & Culture. With many companies announcing a return to office for four or five days a week and a move away from the hybrid split, what does this look like from a company culture perspective? That is what we explore in this episode: re-creating that office culture, introducing the culture to new hires, advice for dispersed workforces and what com...
2024-10-171h 07The SOapbox SeriesS4 | Ep 2 | Breaking Barriers: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Renewable Energy | SOapboxIn the latest episode of the SOapbox podcast our host Mindy Prefling , is joined by industry experts Doseke Akporiaye, Executive Director, Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE) and Zoe Berkery, COO, CleanCapital. They examine the renewable energy industry through a DEI lens, looking at the progress made, challenges and further opportunities. The conversation explores if organizations are pulling back on initiatives, why it makes business sense to invest in DEI, how AI might be utilized and the success of CleanCapital and WRISE’s very own initiatives. Discussed: 00:57 – The current trends and challen...
2024-07-1651 minThe SOapbox SeriesS4 | Ep 1 | Cultivating High-Performance Teams in Renewable Energy | SOapboxMindy Prefling is joined by Jade Scheele from Vestas, Karlis Povisils from Apex Clean Energy and Melissa Peterson from Ørsted, who share their professional experiences, personal growth stories, and strategic insights into servant leadership and recruitment within the fast-paced world of renewable energy.They discuss... ▶ Strategies for effective recruitment ▶ The importance of servant leadership ▶ How to build and sustain high-performance teams ▶ Tips on navigating career growth and development Why listen? ▶ Gain insights into the intricacies of team dynamics in a rapidly evolving industry ▶ Learn from the experiences of industry leaders...
2024-06-041h 01The SOapbox SeriesS2 | Ep 5 | Culture, Diversity and Renewable Energy | SOapboxIn this episode, host Mindy Prefling speaks to Michael Smith and Rachel McLaughlin, CEO and Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing respectively at ForeFront Power. It’s a powerful discussion that covers culture, diversity, training, and employee retention. Michael and Rachel speak highly of their time at ForeFront Power and discuss some of the reasons that make working there a unique and positive experience. Find out more by listening to the full episode here!You can listen to and download the SOapbox from most popular podcast apps, subscribe so the latest episodes are...
2022-08-1543 minThe SOapbox SeriesS2 | Ep 4 | Discussing Big Law and Renewable Energy | SOapboxIn this episode, host Mindy Prefling talks to Anna Kimbrell, Partner at Husch Blackwell, about what it’s like working in Big Law with a focus on renewable energy. They discuss how Anna went from Summer Associate to Partner in record time, the state of diversity and inclusion in the legal industry as well as renewables, and how to attract top diverse candidates in a highly competitive sector. You can listen to and download the SOapbox from most popular podcast apps, subscribe so the latest episodes are directly available. Follow us on LinkedIn for more indu...
2022-07-2651 minThe SOapbox SeriesS2 | Ep 2 | Demanding Space for Yourself in the Future of Solar | SOapboxWe’re back with the second episode of our second season of the SOapbox Series. For this remarkable instalment, host Mindy Prefling meets with Kacie Peters.For over a decade, Kacie Peters has been an innovator, communicator, and mentor for the distributed solar and storage industry. She has pioneered new markets and sales strategies for organizations including SunEdison, Alta Energy, and held board positions on COSSA and ISEA. Kacie has been recognized for her work by the Denver Business Journal and the Environmental Entrepreneurs. Her thought leadership has been featured in Solar Power World, Energy New...
2022-06-301h 09The SOapbox SeriesS1 | Ep 6 | Growing a Business in Renewables the Right Way | SOapboxHas diversity come far enough in renewables? In this episode Emilie Wangerman, Head of Business Development and M&A at Lightsource bp, discusses her view on the state of D&I in the industry.Sitting down with our host Mindy Prefling, Emilie walks us through her colorful career - explaining that she has lived and worked abroad for a large chunk of her professional life. After specializing in technology following her undergraduate degree, Emilie found herself the world of renewables - and hasn’t looked back since.Striving to improve D&I within the renewable ene...
2022-04-0455 minThe SOapbox SeriesS1 | International Women's Day Special | Meaningful Transformation in the Workplace | SOapboxWhat does meaningful transformation in the workplace look like? In honor of International Women’s Day on the 8th of March, SOapbox Series host Mindy Prefling sat down with Lars Gloessner, Associate Director, Energy & Infrastructure Recruitment at Spencer Ogden, to answer exactly this question. It’s a short yet impactful episode, with Mindy and Lars discussing what it means to be an ally, how this manifests itself in the workplace, and how men can be better supporters of women both within and outside of the professional space. This timely discussion highlights the importance of prio...
2022-03-2411 minThe SOapbox SeriesS1 | Ep 4 | A Sustainable Approach to Energy | SOapboxWhat needs to be done to make a meaningful change in the US Energy industry?That’s one of the core issues tackled in episode 4 of the SOapbox Series. Your host, Mindy Prefling, is joined by Tanya Martinez, Director of Development at AES Clean Energy, to discuss the importance of taking actionable steps towards sustainable energy use in the US and beyond. Hear more about Tanya’s career history, her experience as a woman in engineering, the importance of respectful representation, and the current state of DE&I in renewables as a whole. ...
2022-02-2147 minThe SOapbox SeriesS1 | Ep 3 | Improving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Organizations | SOapboxWelcome to episode 3 of SOapbox with your host Mindy Prefling and guest Taylor Dodson, Manager of Utility Scale Interconnection at SOLV Energy. In this podcast, you can expect to hear all about Taylor’s long-standing career, the challenges he sees facing the renewable energy sector, and more. Taylor offers insightful statistics on how the renewable sector is growing by around 30 to 50% each year. He also talks about the labor shortage and how SOLV Energy is using D&I, word of mouth, and Spencer Ogden to grow their labor pool Connect with Mindy or contact Taylor on L...
2022-02-0734 minThe SOapbox SeriesS1 | Ep 2 | Overcoming Gender and Race Disparity in Renewable Energy | SOapboxIn episode 2 of the SOapbox, your host Mindy Prefling, Senior Manager of Client Services at Spencer Ogden, speaks to Kristen Graf, Executive Director at Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (WRISE). Kristen shares her insights on the state of diversity in the renewables space, drawing on more than 15 years of experience in various roles in the sector. We hear more about her career growth, her experience with policy and implementation, and what made her realize that change needs to happen in the industry. Ultimately, the need for diversity and inclusion is more than a ch...
2022-01-2459 minThe SOapbox SeriesS1 | Ep 1 | High Performing Leadership | SOapboxThe first episode of SOapbox is here! Our first guest is Aron Branam, VP of Development and Construction at Arevon. It’s a fascinating discussion not to be missed. In the space of 18 months, Aron went from an Associate Director to a VP position. In this episode, he talks about the challenges he faced, how he grew his team with diversity in mind, and how he approaches leadership. Our host is Mindy Prefling, Senior Manager of Client Services at Spencer Ogden. If you’d like to contact her, connect with her on LinkedIn here....
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