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Trailblazing the Deep: Meet the World’s First Female Submarine Captain
Norway, a NATO-member nation bordering Russia, has had a very important geostrategic role, since the onset of the Cold War, with the Soviet Union in the late 1940s. In virtually every conventional World War III–scenario of the 1950s through the 1990s, it was assumed...
Courage in Adversity: Harriet Pickens & Frances Wills
Throughout much of my life, World War II stories have dominated my reading, research and curiosity. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that I follow up one story from that time period with another. After discussing the ever-youthful shipping pioneer Captain Mary...
A BBC Conversation: ‘Diving into the Past’
Seven-thousand kilometers. That's the distance that separate two women, their dive tanks and their insatiable dedication to the history of once-forgotten marine relics. Sarah Ward and Pornnatcha 'Jo' Sankhaprasit are two women who stand at either end of a very small,...
Shining a Light on Offshore Life: Insights from Amanda Barlow
Women Offshore connected with Author and Wellsite Geologlist, Amanda Barlow, to discuss her latest book: An Inconvenient Life. Australian-born, Amanda Barlow, worked as a geologist onshore for 16 years before taking her career offshore to become a wellsite geologist...
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in the Maritime Industry
Don’t Despair! Imposter syndrome offshore, have you ever felt that? “Apart from serial narcissists, super low achievers, and outright crazies, no one is immune to the self-doubt that feeds the Impostor Syndrome.” Well, thank goodness that Forbes’ Contributor,...
A Call to Action: How to Advocate for Women in the Maritime Industry
If you've been around our site, you probably recognize this statistic: women make up less than 4% of the offshore workforce. Women Offshore is here to change that and advocating for women offshore As a team of contributors, with a combined total of 65 years working on...
Featured Sea Stories
Navigator of the Flying Cloud, Eleanor Creesy
Using the latest scientific data and navigation techniques that most others ignored, Eleanor Creesy broke records on board the Flying Cloud during the Gold Rush. In the 1850’s, American women did not have the rights that they have today; no rights to property, wages...
120 Feet Aloft With Tall Ship Rigger Becca Buckler
Traditional rigging for sailing vessels is not a job for the fainthearted. Besides having to commit hundreds of knots, splices and leather- and woodworking skills to mind and muscle memory, rigging involves fine detail work and intricate knowledge of traditional...
41 Survivors, Captain Susan Orsini Recounts a Rescue at Sea
Nearly one year ago, the USNS Trenton saved the lives of 41 migrants lost at sea. Today, we explore this heroic rescue lead by Captain Susan Orsini. The 338-foot long, USNS Trenton (T-EPF 5) was built at Austral USA’s shipyard in Mobile, Alabama and entered service in...
First in Her Fleet, Captain Lilly Gallo Takes Command
In late 2018, the containership, President FD Roosevelt, sailed across the Pacific Ocean. At her helm, stood the first female captain of one of the most successful maritime companies in the world. The containership, President FD Roosevelt, is known for its hardworking...
On a Rising Tide in the US Coast Guard, Karen Kutkiewicz Makes Waves to Antarctica
In 1976, the United States Coast Guard Academy opened its doors to women. Today, we explore the history of women in the US Coast Guard and one woman's journey to break barriers as a cutterman and mom. On July 8, 1975, Congressman Lester Wolff of New York introduced a...
Breaking Barriers in Maritime: The Story of Subsea Expert Vicki Corso
In her nearly 40 years in the oil and gas industry, subsea expert Vicki Corso shares how she navigated her career, achieving quite a few firsts as a woman in engineering. It is March 2004 on board the Marco Polo, a tension leg platform, and construction is underway....
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Top 10 Tips for Offshore Health & Wellness
From small beginnings to avid fitness junkie, wellsite geologist, author and marathon runner, Amanda Barlow, lays out how she sustains personal health and wellness offshore with her 'Top 10 Tips.' 1. Routine: Have One The most important factor in staying motivated...
Offshore Safety in the Natural Gas and Oil Industry
Is the offshore energy industry safe? How is the industry regulated? Today, we explore just who sets the industry standards to protect the environment and lives at sea. Safety is a core value of the natural gas and oil industry. Our industry works to ensure that our...
How To Contribute And Support
We are often asked, "How can I support Women Offshore?" We are so very appreciative of all of the inquiries to contribute to our cause. Please allow us to point you in a direction that is right for you! Women Offshore is on a mission to support women who work on the...
10 Reasons Why Career Hopscotch is Hazardous
That look of bewilderment on Jennifer Aniston's face is one I sometimes have on the other end of the phone when a candidate presents unfounded reasons over and over as to why they left their previous job(s). While this may be one of the funniest scenes in the movie...
Women In Maritime Leadership Conference 2018
California Maritime's 7th Annual Women in Maritime Leadership Conference is next month! This is an excellent opportunity for career development and supporting women in the maritime industry. The Women in Maritime Leadership Conference is a two-day event that has been...
Jobs for Veterans in Offshore Energy
Despite the recent downturn in the offshore energy industry, a demand still exists for highly trained and motivated individuals. Military veterans are wanted to meet this demand. Veterans have wide-ranging skills that the offshore energy industry needs. They have...
Podcast
BALANCING GENDER BIAS WITHIN THE PROMOTION PROCESS – JENNY JOHNSON, EPISODE 168
In today’s episode, Christine MacMillan speaks with Jenny Johnson, Founder and CEO of Maritime Inclusion Partners, about the presentation she gave on "Balancing Gender Bias within the Promotion Process in the Offshore Environment" at the Women Offshore Inclusion...
FROM SAILING TO CAPTAIN TO HEAD OF CUSTOMER SUCCESS AT MM-SEAS, ALLY SPEAKS WITH SARAH HIRSCH, EPISODE 167
In today's episode, Ally speaks with Sarah Hirsch, the newly appointed Head of Customer Success at MM-SEAS, the go-to provider for the Coast Guard licensing software. From sailing roots to becoming a Captain, she shares her sea stories and how she is trying to make...
CHRISTINE SHARES HER STORY OF FINDING HER VOICE THROUGH NON-CONSENT, EPISODE 166
In today’s episode, Christine speaks about finding her voice while experiencing non-consent when she was younger. She shares how important it is to find your voice and how you can achieve this. Unfortunately for most women+ working offshore some sort of unwanted...
SNEAK PEEK OF THE WOMEN OFFSHORE INCLUSION SUMMIT 2023, EPISODE 165
With the Inclusion Summit 1 week away, we wanted to give you a sneak peek of our Inclusion Summit. Inclusion refers to the practice of creating an environment where all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, abilities, or characteristics, are treated...
CHIEF ENGINEER NELLIE TORMALA SHARES HER STORY, EPISODE 164
In today's episode, Christine speaks with Nellie Tormala as she shares her story of how she found her authentic self. Nellie shares how she first came to the sea to isolate and run from her true identity as a woman. She shares about her transgender journey and how it...
SCI – PHIL AND CHRISTINE DISCUSS RESILIENCE, EPISODE 163
In today's episode, Christine speaks with Philip C. Schifflin and Christine Brunson from the Seamen's Church Institute about what they do and resilience. They discuss how they help during devastating times and when mariners need support. They highlight that resilience...
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