Please join the Women in Energy initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA for a public roundtable featuring Claire Steichen, Founder of Clear Strategy Coaching. 

The fast-evolving energy sector can feel like the ground is shifting beneath you. New technologies, market demands, and leadership expectations create a relentless pace of change that’s hard to keep up with. You’re not alone if you feel like you’re constantly reacting rather than driving your career forward.

It’s time to stabilize your career and reclaim control—even in a volatile field, you can create long-term security and thrive.

In this virtual session, you’ll discover:

• How to define your unique impact and consistently staying relevant in a rapidly changing industry.
• A proactive roadmap for career stability, balancing short-term wins with long-term growth.
• Resilience tools to manage overwhelm and focus on what matters most to your success.

Join us to learn how to adapt confidently to change, stay ahead of industry shifts, and build a career that feels stable, even in uncertain times.

About the Facilitator:

Claire Steichen founded Clear Strategy Coaching in 2008 to help ambitious mid-career professionals reach their goals, authentically and without burn-out.  Claire is the author of “Confidence at Work: The High Achiever’s Guide to Navigating Uncertainty”.  Using her I to the 4th Power methodology, Claire has trained hundreds of mid-level and senior professionals in career strategy and leadership development.  Corporate clients have included L’Oreal , Visa, American Express, ESPN, Firmenich, International Flavors & Fragrances, and Omnicom. Claire received her certification through Coach Training Institute and is a Certified Professional Coach with the International Coach Federation

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This event is open to the public and will be hosted via Zoom. The Zoom link will be shared with registered participants prior to the event. Advance registration is required. 

This event is open to press, and registration is required to attend. For media inquiries or requests for interviews, please contact Adam Kilduff (ak5351@columbia.edu).

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

Please join the Women in Energy initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA for a student roundtable lunch and discussion with Sunaina Ocalan, who will discuss how energy companies approach strategic planning. Given the industry’s inherent uncertainty, we will discuss how energy companies approach developing strategy in an industry that frequently shifts. We will also discuss the jobs available in energy strategy and the skills most sought in these roles.

Biography

Sunaina Pai Ocalan Sunaina Ocalan is the Senior Director of Corporate Strategy and Climate Change for Hess Corporation based in New York. In this role, she works closely with the executive management team, evaluating the opportunities and strategic issues affecting the company’s performance and future direction. In her role leading the climate change strategy, Ms. Ocalan is leading the company’s global efforts to integrate its sustainability objectives with the business strategy, including defining the company’s path to achieve net zero emissions.

As an integral part of this role, Ms. Ocalan is helping develop Hess’ position on voluntary carbon markets, as well as Hess’s decarbonization strategy for the long term. Prior to joining Hess Corporation, she was a consultant in the E&P industry, working with CERA’s consulting group focused on strategy for energy clients. During her consulting career, she has worked worldwide with many of the leading national and international oil companies on a wide variety of strategic projects. Much of her work, particularly with big oil companies, focused on country entry, portfolio strategy, and asset development strategy. Ms. Ocalan started her career with Schlumberger in Houston, TX, working as a wireline design engineer for the flagship MDT and coring tool. Ms. Ocalan has a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA from Rice University.

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Registration is required. This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must sign in with your UNI.

This event will be hosted in-person and capacity is limited. We ask that you register only if you can attend this event in its entirety. 

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

Please join the Women in Energy initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA for a student roundtable lunch and discussion with Kadri Simson, who most recently served as European Commissioner for Energy. During this roundtable, Ms. Simson will discuss Europe’s energy future, hydrogen, and how to make European energy more secure and sustainable.

Biography

Kadri Simson most recently served as European Commissioner for Energy. In that role, she oversaw the European Union’s energy policies and worked to ensure that the bloc transitions to a more sustainable, secure, and competitive energy system.

Her priorities included the implementation of the European Green Deal, supporting the EU’s ambition to become the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, which includes boosting renewable energy and enhancing energy efficiency. Kadri was also responsible for Fit for 55, a legislative package designed to reduce EU emissions by at least 55 percent by 2030, compared to 1990 levels, through carbon pricing and cutting fossil fuel reliance. This included the first-ever hydrogen strategy—promoting the development of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier, particularly for sectors in which direct electrification may not be feasible.

Kadri worked to maintain EU energy security following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, to cut dependence on fossil fuels from Russia, and to strengthen energy diplomacy with trusted trading partners. She initiated the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, which helped repair and rebuild Ukraine’s energy sector and infrastructure damaged by Russian strikes.

Kadri previously served as the Estonian minister of economic affairs and infrastructure and was a member of the Riigikogu, the Estonian parliament. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Tartu and a master’s degree in political science from University College London. Kadri Simson will simultaneously serve as a Carnegie Distinguished Fellow at SIPA’s Institute of Global Politics.

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Registration is required. This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must sign in with your UNI.

This event will be hosted in-person and capacity is limited. We ask that you register only if you can attend this event in its entirety. 

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

In this captivating conversation at CERAWeek, Jade Tynan from S&P Global Commodity Insights talks with Jessica Weis from Columbia University’s Women in Energy initiative to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing women in the energy sector.

From the evolving DEI policies under the Trump administration, to the importance of pay equity and early career management opportunities, their insights are essential for anyone passionate about diversity and leadership in energy.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how to break barriers and drive progress for women in energy!

Energy finance is transforming rapidly amid shifting political and economic dynamics in the U.S. and globally. As the landscape becomes increasingly complex, we will explore key legal insights, emerging trends, and strategic opportunities to help attendees navigate challenges and drive success in this evolving sector. The Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA’s Women in Energy initiative and Pillsbury invite you to a night of conversation and networking.

We will begin the evening with a panel discussion on key trends and legal insights in the energy finance landscape. Next, we’ll explore the professional and strategic opportunities within the energy finance sector. The evening will conclude with a cocktail hour, offering a valuable opportunity to expand your energy finance network.

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This event is open to the public and will be hosted in person. Advance registration is required. Capacity is limited.

This event is open to press, and registration is required to attend. For media inquiries or requests for interviews, please contact Adam Kilduff (ak5351@columbia.edu).

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

The Center on Global Energy Policy’s Women in Energy initiative hosted a salary negotiation workshop at Columbia University on January 28, 2025. The presentation offered an overview of salary negotiation and included best practices. For more information or advice on salary negotiation, please contact the Women in Energy team at Womeninenergy@columbia.edu.

Resources

• AAUW
• Forbes
• Baldwin Wallace University
• The Muse: How to Negotiate
• How to gracefully leverage an outside job offer
• Schedule time to meet with Jessica

Please join the Women in Energy initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA for a student roundtable lunch featuring Claire Steichen, Founder of Clear Strategy Coaching.

For many in the energy sector, finding a mentor or role model can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Without a sounding board or guide, it’s easy to feel isolated in leadership decisions and unsure of your next career move. Here’s the good news: You already have what it takes to lead—you just need the tools to unlock it. Being your own mentor isn’t just possible; it can be the most empowering career move you’ll ever make.

In this session, you’ll learn:

• How to uncover your unique strengths so you can confidently guide yourself.
• Practical strategies for building networks to find mentors and meet people who can connect you to the right job.
• How to model the leadership qualities you admire.

You don’t need to wait for someone else to show you the way. Join this session to gain clarity, confidence, and tools to take charge of your growth and leadership journey.

About the Facilitator:
Claire Steichen founded Clear Strategy Coaching in 2008 to help ambitious mid-career professionals reach their goals, authentically and without burn-out. Claire is the author of “Confidence at Work: The High Achiever’s Guide to Navigating Uncertainty”. Using her I to the 4th Power methodology, Claire has trained hundreds of mid-level and senior professionals in career strategy and leadership development. Corporate clients have included L’Oreal, Visa, American Express, ESPN, Firmenich, International Flavors & Fragrances, and Omnicom. Claire received her certification through Coach Training Institute and is a Certified Professional Coach with the International Coach Federation.

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Registration is required. This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must use the email address that contains your UNI.

This event will be hosted in person, and capacity is limited. We ask that you register only if you can attend this event in its entirety.

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

Nuclear energy is essential for addressing climate change and growing electricity demand. The United States has joined over twenty other countries in pledging to triple its nuclear energy capacity by 2050. Please join the Women in Energy initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA, NiCE (Nuclear is Clean Energy), Columbia Alumni Global Sustainability Network and Accenture to learn from women who have thrived in nuclear energy. They will discuss the future of nuclear energy and the roles and opportunities available within it.

About the Hosts

The Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA Women in Energy Initiative (WIE) welcomes those currently working or interested in learning more about energy careers. Women in Energy envisions a world where there is equal gender representation at every level within the climate and energy sector. All people are welcome to participate in WIE, irrespective of sex, as our programming seeks to advance that vision. Our mission is to elevate women and enhance inclusion within the energy workforce by developing and sharing research, expanding entry into the sector, and supporting professionals. Join us to learn more about our work or contact us at womeninenergy@columbia.edu.

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This event is open to the public and will be hosted in New York City. Advance registration is required. Capacity is limited. 

This event is open to press, and registration is required to attend. For media inquiries or requests for interviews, please contact Adam Kilduff (ak5351@columbia.edu).

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

Join the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA’s Women in Energy initiative (WIE), the New York University SPS Energy, Climate Justice, and Sustainability Lab, and NYU’s Center for Global Affairs to gain a deeper knowledge of the energy sector and expand the network that will help you pursue an energy career. This event will feature a fireside chat between David Turk, CGEP distinguished visiting fellow and former deputy secretary of the US Department of Energy, and Dr. Carolyn Kissane, associate dean of the NYU Center for Global Affairs and founding director of the NYU SPS Energy, Climate Justice, and Sustainability Lab, followed by a panel of professionals who have successful energy careers. We will conclude with a networking reception to facilitate connections between organizations seeking new talent and individuals passionate about pursuing careers in the energy sector.

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This event is open to the public and will be hosted in person in Washington, D.C. Advance registration is required. Capacity is limited. 

This event is open to press, and registration is required to attend. For media inquiries or requests for interviews, please contact Adam Kilduff (ak5351@columbia.edu).

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.

Please join the Women in Energy initiative at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia SIPA for a student roundtable lunch and discussion featuring Women in Energy’s advisory board member Jamil Ellis, CEO of Unified Ground.  Jamil will discuss the nexus of energy, entrepreneurship, and AI. Jamil will also discuss his path to founding his own organization and how he has used AI to improve his services and programming.  

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Registration is required. This roundtable is open only to currently enrolled Columbia University students. To register, you must use the email address that contains your UNI. 

This event will be hosted in person, and capacity is limited. We ask that you register only if you can attend this event in its entirety. 

For more information about the event, please contact energypolicyevents@columbia.edu.