Recent Stories
Step Up and Stand In – How to Advocate for Your Development
Sometimes moving your development forward can be a bit like jumping on a moving sidewalk or a ski lift. You have to line yourself up and pick up the pace before you can jump on board, and for many of us, those moments can be a bit jarring. We’ve all heard that our...
From Disney to Drillships: What I learned about Public Speaking
If you are 0.001% of the human population, you absolutely love public speaking. For the rest of us humans, we tolerate it ONLY if necessary. 'Use what you've got.' But for those of us who want to go places and for those who are ready and willing to stand out, we must...
Featured Sea Stories
Commercial Fishing Boat & Yacht Master, Captain Alexia Tisdale
Captain Alexia Tisdale thrives on the water, embracing the challenges while building her resilience. When Alexia Tisdale from Anchorage, Alaska, is not fly fishing off the coast of the Kenai Peninsula, she operates a 30-ton, recreational yacht from Seattle, Washington...
Announcing a NEW Deputy Pilot, Captain Dana Ryan!
We are pleased to announce that there is a new deputy in town! Captain Dana Ryan was the top test taker on the Florida pilot exam for the Port of West Palm Beach! From a young age, Captain Dana Ryan from Jupiter, Florida, wanted to be the captain of her own boat. As a...
Chief Officer Christy Pekara
A chief mate on a container ship, Seattle native Christy Pekara has her eyes set on becoming the first female captain on her vessel. Christy Pekara's love for the water stemmed from her childhood. She grew up in the Cascade Foothills of Washington State, swimming...
Marine Control Room Operator, Second Officer Lucy Faulkner
From diving and fishing off her family's boat to working on an offshore installation, Lucy Faulkner thrives on the water. Guided by her father who taught her safety at sea from a young age, Lucy Faulkner spent her weekends fishing and diving off her family's charter...
Senior Mudlogger Laura McFalls
Working in retail, Laura McFalls longed for a new purpose and career path. Little did she know at the time, a jump into the energy industry would lead her to a life offshore, sometimes hundreds of miles away from land. Laura McFalls, from Reston, Virginia, just...
First Assistant Marine Engineer Marissa Cap
A role model on the water, Marissa Cap is a first assistant engineer on board an oil tanker who champions women in the industry. Marissa Cap graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering and a USCG Unlimited 3rd Assistant...
Navigate Your Career
STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, & Maritime?
In a 2015 report from the US State Department of Commerce, STEM-related (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) careers grew six times faster from 2005-2015 than non-STEM careers. It only makes sense that this trend will continue. We consider careers like...
A Letter From The Editor
"You are allowed to be, both a masterpiece and a work in progress, simultaneously." - Sophia Bush Our readership at Women Offshore is comprised of an incredibly diverse collection of professionals - men, women, mothers, fathers, captains, geologists, engineers, mates,...
Working Offshore as a New Mom
New moms can work offshore. Yes, you read that right! From her pregnancy to her renewed offshore career, read one offshore worker’s journey here.
2017 Women On Water Conference
Join us at an upcoming event! The Great Lakes Maritime Academy and Northwestern Michigan College, with support from the Maritime Administration, will host the ninth annual Women On The Water Conference from October 26th to the 28th. This conference provides cadets,...
Responding to Gender Adversity: Is Anger the Answer?
Having worked offshore, I can confidently say that gender adversity is a very real challenge for women at sea.  More often than not, my first reaction is to get angry when someone says something inappropriate. But, are there situations when anger may not be the best...
An African Whale’s Tail
Based on the title of this article, you may think we are going to tell you a story about the whales who frequent Africa's coast. Or that we are about to tell you some incredible stories of how, during the summer months, humpback whales leave the cold waters of...
Podcast
JENNY CANDELARIA AND LEARNING TO LEAN IN, EPISODE 156
In today’s episode, Christine speaks with JL Candelaria, Creative Director and Silk Bracelet Maker for Pretty by JL. Jenny shares her heart on learning to lean into life and her journey through motherhood. She shares about a hard time in her life when she was trying...
MEET CGIS DIRECTOR JEREMY GAUTHIER, EPISODE 155
In today's episode, Ally Cedeno has Mr. Jeremy R. Gauthier, Director of the Coast Guard Investigative Service, on the show. We wanted everyone to meet the new Director of the Coast Guard Investigative Service and to revisit what happens when you make a report to the...
ALLY AND CHRISTINE: COMMUNICATION SKILLS TO LEVEL UP IN THE WORKPLACE, EPISODE 154
In today's episode, Ally and Christine discuss communication skills and how to use them to level up the workplace. They give great advice on how to listen well, receive feedback, and have successful conversations. Â These are excellent reminders of how to handle your...
DR. HOLLY FEARNBACH: CAREERS IN OCEAN RESEARCH AND ADVOCATING, EPISODE 153
In today’s episode, Christine MacMillan speaks with Dr. Holly Fearnbach, Dr. Holly Fearnbach is the marine mammal research director of SR3, SeaLife Response, Rehabilitation and Research (www.sealifer3.org), a Seattle area non-profit dedicated to the welfare of marine...
HILLARY AND THE CONFIDENCE CODE, EPISODE 152
In today’s episode, Christine MacMillan speaks with Hillary Sprague, a mother of two, educator, and women offshore podcast listener. She's a giant fan of all the inspiring guests and an ally to all the listeners supporting the Women Offshore mission. Hillary and...
ALLY CEDENO – TIPS FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING, EPISODE 151
In today’s episode, Ally Cedeno speaks about tips to help with public speaking. Ally has the honor of speaking at California Maritime Academy at their graduation. She goes over public speaking lessons she has learned and tips that have helped her over the years. She...
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