- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The Energy Inclusion Conference Announces the Top Women in Energy https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/319636?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/319636?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/319636?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=The Energy Inclusion Conference Announces the Top Women in Energy&body=ESG News from National Diversity Council https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/319636?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Awards & Rankings](/categories/awards-rankings) # The Energy Inclusion Conference Announces the Top Women in Energy Mar 4, 2021 8:40 AM ET Campaign: [Energy Diversity & Inclusion Council ](/news/campaign/energy-diversity-inclusion-council) ![](https://3blcdn.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/2026-08/logo_2_1786715980_2.png) United States, Mar. 4, 2021 /3BL Media/ - The Energy Diversity & Inclusion Council kicks off The Energy Inclusion Conference announcing the Top Women in Energy on February 23 - 25, 2021. This year’s conference theme is “Inclusion Leads to Innovation”. This virtual conference will feature keynote speakers such as Pedro Pizarro, Paula Gold Williams, Girish Saligram and more. During the conference, professionals will gain access to learning sessions held by industry experts, organizational tracks, and endless inspiration that highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion in the energy arena. The Top Women in Energy award features the highest caliber of executive leadership within this industry. **Selection to the list was based on the following criteria:** - A top leader in her organization and profession - Directly contributes to business growth or strategic direction of the organization - Maintains a record of accomplishments in areas of expertise - An effective role model who inspires other women and is active in mentoring the next generation of female professionals in the industry - Operates with the highest integrity and ethical behavior - Demonstrates a commitment to corporate citizenship “The 2021 Top Women in Energy is a true testament to the abilities of women in the workplace,” said Dennis Kennedy, Founder and Chair of the Energy Diversity & Inclusion Council. “Each year, we are amazed and inspired at the achievements of each awardee. The 2021 class is truly a powerful force.” **Top Women in Energy Awardees:** Amy Best Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Exelon Corporation Bentina C. Terry Senior Vice President for Metro Atlanta & Corporate Relations Georgia Power Caroline Choi Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs Edison International and Southern California Edison Cathy Konwisarz General Counsel and Corporate Secretary National Energy Services Reunited Corp Diane Leopold Executive Vice president and Chief Operating Officer Dominion Energy Elizabeth Matthews Deputy Managing Director, Executive Vice President, and General Counsel Total Holly Kriendler Chief Human Resources Officer Oceaneering International, Inc. Jennifer Hohman Chief Information Officer and Vice President Seadrill Jessica Keiser Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Environmental, Safety and Health Targa Resources Corp Kathleen L. Barrón Executive Vice President, Government & Regulatory Affairs and Public Policy Exelon Corporation Laurie Giammona Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer Pacific Gas and Electric Company. Monica Karuturi Senior Vice President and General Counsel CenterPoint Energy Peggy Simmons President and Chief Operating Officer Public Service Company of Oklahoma Penni McLean-Conner Chief Customer Officer and Senior Vice President of Customer Group Eversource Energy. Sara Oliver Carter Chief Diversity Officer Duquesne Light Company Sharon Weintraub Senior Vice President, Gas and Power Trading International bp London Tammy Norman General Manager Mansfield Power and Gas, LLC Xia Liu executive vice president and chief financial officer WEC Energy Group Ann D. Janssen Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer EOG Bhavani Amirthalingam Senior Vice President, Digital Chief Information Officer Ameren Corporation Carter M. Reid Executive Vice President, Chief of Staff and Corporate Secretary Dominion Energy Deanna Rodriguez Vice President of Regulatory and Governmental Affairs Entergy Texas, Inc. Dr. Marianne Walck Deputy Laboratory Director for Science and Technology and Chief Research Officer Idaho National Laboratory Hilary Ware Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer Cheniere Energy, Inc. Jeannie Gardner General Manager of the Center of Excellence Shell Oil Company Jenny Cochran Senior Vice President – Human Resources, Data and Procurement Denbury Resources Kathy Kountze Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer Eversource Energy Kimberly O. Warnica Senior Vice President and General Counsel Marathon Oil Corporation Mehgan Wichuk SVP, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer Trillium Flow Technologies Myrtle L. Jones Senior Vice President Halliburton Company Paula M. Sacks Chief HR, Marketing & Communications, CSR Officer ENGIE North America Peggy Smyth Chief Financial Officer National Grid U.S. Regina Bynote Jones Chief Legal Officer Baker Hughes Sharon Spurlin Senior Vice President and Treasurer Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. Susan Morrice Co-Founder and Chairperson Belize Natural Energy. Tracy Schubert Sr. Vice President, Human Resources & Corporate Safety Crestwood Midstream Partners LP Zhanna Golodryga Senior Vice President, Chief Digital and Administrative Officer Phillips 66 Suzanne Surface SVP Enterprise Transformation NiSource Wendy Hickok Robinson VP, Chief Compliance Officer Entergy Corporation Deneen Donnley SVP, & General Counsel Consolidated Debbie Cowan Sr. VP & CHRO Williams Katherine Hargis SVP Chief Administrative Officer General Counsel Key Energy Deanna Jones Chief Human Resources Officer BakerHughes Penni McLean-Conner SVP Eversource Energy Valarie Hulse Vice President, Global Compensation, Benefits & HRIS KBR, Inc. To learn more about the 2021 Energy Inclusion Conference and all of the presented awards, visit . For 2022 sponsorship opportunities, please contact Dennis Kennedy at . **About The Energy Diversity & Inclusion Council** A non-profit organization committed to fostering an inclusive culture within the energy industry that leverages and advocates for DEI principles to ensure an equitable workplace. The council provides opportunities for energy organizations to share best practices and learn from top corporate leaders in the areas of diversity and inclusion. 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