Inspiring Diversity in Energy with Telisa Toliver, Ep # 24

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The wake-up call came a few years ago when the Wall Street Journal ranked energy at 10 out of 11 fields in a survey on diversity in businesses. Since then, Smart Energy Decisions has worked to raise the profile of this issue with its series “Inspiring Diversity in Energy.” This edition features a discussion with Telisa Toliver, General Manager of Renewable Power for Chevron and Debra Chanil, SED’s Director of Research and Content. Telisa has almost 30 years of experience in the energy industry and has first-hand knowledge about the improvements necessary to move the industry to the next level. Listen as Telisa shares her insight into inspiring diversity in energy.

You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...

• Telisa’s experience in the energy industry [3:18]
• The internship that started Telisa’s career [5:13]
• The value of mentorship [8:26]
• Diversity in the energy field outside the US [10:00]
• The creative aspect of oil and gas [14:38]
• Telisa’s involvement with AABE (American Association of Blacks in Energy) [16:13]

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Resources & People Mentioned

• The Business Case for More Diversity - WSJ
• The Energy within Us
• The American Association of Blacks in Energy

Connect with Telisa Toliver

• Telisa’s AABE profile
• On LinkedIn

Telisa Toliver serves as General Manager for Chevron Pipeline and Power. This business unit provides technical, commercial, operational, and energy management support services globally to Chevron’s Upstream and Downstream & Chemicals businesses. Its owned and operated pipeline assets span 3,000 miles, supporting Chevron’s operations across seven U.S. states and transporting over 1.2 million barrels a day. Its power function manages or operates 900 megawatts of natural-gas-fired steam and renewable power assets. Its energy management services evaluate energy use and find solutions to improve operational efficiency, reduce cost and address Chevron’s critical energy challenges across the globe. Telisa was named to her current position in 2019 and leads the development and implementation of the Renewable Power Strategy across Chevron’s global enterprise. Telisa is also responsible for developing and implementing power market strategies that will enhance Chevron’s operations and new investments. Telisa currently serves as the Chair of the Board of Directors of the American Association of Blacks in Energy. She’s also a member of the Executive Leadership Council. Recently Telisa co‐authored “The Energy Within Us” describing her career journey in the energy sector. https://www.theenergywithinus.com/

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