As valuable, educated members of this industry we recognize energy is a necessity not a luxury.  The decisions that we influence should reflect this fundamental truth. Inclusiveness is necessary - not a maybe - and no community should be left out of the energy transition.
Accountability is key in this process. We should not allow people to speak for us if they have not spoken to us. The customer must be informed. We must be brave enough to add our supply to the energy conversation and never stay silent even when the tough conversations are needed and the road ahead appears difficult. Tough does not mean impossible.  The focus of the energy sector must be resiliency, economic development and building cleaner energy solutions. Hard work, diverse thinking, and the ability to adapt with change will guide us to success.
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I consider it an honor and a privilege to lead and work shoulder to shoulder with the amazingly talented Executive Committee of our chapter. I encourage you to consider adding your gifts and talents to this organization, every joint supplies.