Honoring Our Esteemed Host Committee
We are thrilled to introduce the host committee for the very first National Petroleum Day celebration. This dedicated group of leaders, innovators, and visionaries has come together to guide and shape this historic event. Their collective expertise and passion for the petroleum industry have been instrumental in bringing this celebration to life.
Our host committee comprises distinguished professionals from various sectors within the petroleum industry and beyond. These individuals have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing the field. We are proud to recognize their contributions and celebrate their achievements.
Shawn Emerson Simmons, Ph.D.
Global Operations & Sustainability with Exxon Mobile
Dr. Shawn Emerson Simmons was named the Upstream Corporate Sustainability Reporting
Directive (CSRD) Project Manager in October of 2023. Prior to this, Dr. Simmons was the Safety,
Security, Health, and Environment (SSHE) Manager for Mobil Equatorial Guinea, Inc., the first
female in this position in the affiliate’s history. Dr. Simmons has held numerous managerial roles
that have spanned the globe including Africa, Asia Pacific, Russia, Australia, Europe, and the U.S.
Gulf Coast. As of June 1, 2024, Dr. Simmons will become the Global Sustainable Procurement
Manager, responsible for supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives for the Corporation.
Rosie Wilhoit
CFO Tx. Industrial Automation Services
Pam Steward
Job Title
Stephanie Griffin, MBA
Recruiting at Endeavor
Stephanie Griffin lives in the Permian Basin and has a background in project management, relationship building, and community outreach. With experience in non-profit leadership and international engagement, she brings a global perspective to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Anna
Engineer at Chevron
Camille Hornsberry MD, FACS
General Robotic, Surgeon Midland Memorial Hospital
Suzann Haechten
Texas Board of Architectural Examiners Registered Interior Designer
Suzann Haechten is a Texas Board of Architectural Examiners Registered Interior Designer #9800 / NCIDQ #01672
Natalie Cargile
Founder National Petroleum Day of the Permian Basin
In addition to her groundbreaking work in media, Natalie is the visionary force behind National Petroleum Day. Her dedication to the petroleum industry and her commitment to celebrating its impact led her to establish this annual event. National Petroleum Day serves as a platform to honor the contributions of the petroleum sector, fostering collaboration, education, and innovation.
Natalie’s passion extends beyond media and petroleum to specifically honor women in energy. She is devoted to recognizing and celebrating the incredible contributions of women in the energy sector, ensuring their stories are told and their achievements acknowledged. Through her initiatives, Natalie strives to inspire the next generation of women leaders in energy, promoting diversity and inclusion within the industry.
RoseAnna Richardson
Recruiting Manager at Robert Half
