Testimonials

Read what some of our Power Play community had to say!

Meet the 2024 Finalists

“I had the privilege of being nominated as a finalist in the Low Carbon Accelerator category—an incredible opportunity to be recognized for contributing to the industry through innovative emission detection and quantification solutions. The awards ceremony was a truly memorable experience, bringing together talented finalists from across a range of categories, and offering a unique chance to connect with peers and colleagues from around the world."

- Maria Kuosa, 2024 Finalist

“I am humbled and honored to be a finalist of the 2024 Ambassador's Award and the Nominee for the Global Awards. The Power Play Awards creates a platform where it recognises the contributions of the individuals within the LNG industry who have impacted the lives of people within the LNG impacted communities and the region. It also showcases and honors people (both men & women) who influence, empower, inspire, and create opportunities for others to grow and develop into better citizens in their own ways who are unrecognised and through this platform are recognised. Thank you, ExxonMobil, for creating this avenue where we celebrate the successes of these individuals and share the experiences across a global platform”.

-Lydia Warubi, 2024 Finalist

"Every recognition is a spark that lights new possibilities. Thank you, Power Play, for this honor that fuels my resolve to propel sustainable growth in the LNG sector. May every woman shine and make a difference in her own field."

-Yanli Zhang, 2024 Finalist

“Being named a finalist for the Low Carbon Accelerator Award was a tremendous honor. The Power Play Awards stand apart in our industry by recognizing not just technical achievements, but the vision, leadership and collaboration that truly drive transformation. Having witnessed the energy industry’s rapid evolution over the past decade, I value how these awards celebrate the innovators who inspire us all to push boundaries toward a more sustainable energy future.”

- Emily Shultz, 2024 Finalist

“Being named a finalist in the ExxonMobil Power Play Awards was both an honour and a genuinely uplifting experience. I was proud to be part of a platform that not only celebrates individual achievement, but also shines a spotlight on the collaboration, innovation, and diversity that are driving real progress in the LNG industry. These awards showcase the many different ways people contribute to the success of our industry—both behind the scenes and on the front lines. They amplify voices that might otherwise go unheard and help build a more connected and inspired community across the energy value chain.”

- Nicola Duffin, 2024 Finalist, 2025 Judge

"It was a privilege to serve as a judge for the 2024 ExxonMobil LNG Power Play Awards. I remain deeply committed to the advancement of the LNG industry and have long valued the Power Play platform for its role in recognizing leadership and excellence across the sector. I’m truly honored to be part of a program that celebrates the people making a lasting impact in our industry".

- Dena Wiggins, 2019-2025 Judge

"The Power Play Awards truly live up to their name, showcasing the incredible power and potential within our industry. Witnessing the strengths and accomplishments of all the finalists has been immensely inspiring. With so many talented women being recognized, our industry's future is bright. Let their achievements inspire countless others to follow in their footsteps."

- Charlotte Wolff-Bye, 2024 Judge

"It was my pleasure to serve as a judge for the 2024 Low Carbon Accelerator Award, which recognizes outstanding collaboration and innovation by a woman to accelerate society's path to net zero. I was incredibly impressed with the caliber of the women who applied. They come from all over the world, and each is striving to decarbonize her company and community in her own way. Each woman exhibits tremendous creativity and fortitude in both her professional and personal lives - it was tough to select the finalists! I am looking forward to judging again this year and learning about another great group of women!"

- Jeanne-Mey Sun, 2024-2025 Judge

“The energy transition is challenging enough — we need to include everyone to achieve it. As a leader in hydrogen and power-to-X development, I see firsthand how diverse perspectives drive better outcomes. The Power Play Awards shine a light on female talent, helping to accelerate innovation and collaboration across the low-carbon energy value chain.”

-Afkenel Schipstra, 2024-2025 Judge

“It was an honor and a privilege to be a judge for the 2023 Power Play Awards. It’s exciting to see the level of talent we have across the industry and the bright future ahead of us. I have been involved in diversity initiatives that have resulted in positive outcomes for businesses for many years, however, the Power Play Awards elevate the conversation and platform beyond a company level to a broader industry collective - and that’s powerful.”

- Sarah Bairstow, 2023-2025 Judge, 2019 Rainmaker Finalist

“Without being invited as a judge for the Rising Star of the Power Play Awards, I would have never acknowledged how many young, talented female people devoted themselves in the LNG business. I am inspired by their good spirits. A great journey to learn through evaluating all the recommendations of the rising star candidates. Thank you ExxonMobil for providing such platform for the energy industry to discover the young fellows with potential.”

- Jane Liao, 2022-2025 Judge

“The ExxonMobil Power Play movement has become a key part of our industry, promoting diversity as well as interaction between companies and people. As a 2020 winner, as well as 2021 judge, I look forward to continuing my participation as I believe the Power Play is an important way to keep our industry progressive and progressing.”

- Jillian Evanko, 2021-2025 Judge and 2020 Rainmaker Winner

“Throughout my professional career, I have worked for excellence in everything from project management to client relations in a male-dominated business. The ExxonMobil Power Play Awards provides a platform for women to demonstrate how we can make a difference in the industry.”

- Pamela Baldwin, 2023 Pioneer Finalist

"It is a simple terminology, a diverse representation (of thoughts, race, gender, culture, age, and demography) leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes. It is one of the significant precursors for any business/industry to leverage its status as “as most trusted” to drive change, mitigate risk, create transformative partnerships, support global growth and sustained value creation. And Power Play awards is one such initiative that provides a platform to strengthen and celebrate diversity at all levels. I have worked at various leadership roles within LNG/Gas Segment and engaged tremendously in several energy transition and D&I initiatives. I believe Power Play Awards has been by far one of the most significant initiatives I have come across that promotes recognition and celebration of Women leaders in the least gender diverse LNG and Gas Segment. It is an honor to be chosen as a winner under “Ambassador Category” of Power Play Awards for 2023 and stand amongst the distinguished group pf leaders. This is the only category of Power Play open for both male and female leaders. It spotlights Global leadership style that builds bridges, fosters productive relationships, finds solutions and drives the diversity and inclusion initiative forward as a responsible Global Citizen.”

- Rakhi Oli, 2023 Ambassador Winner

“It has been an honour to participate in the Power Play awards as a judge. I am impressed with the amount of female talent working in all areas and levels of the LNG business. Having an arena to recognise and celebrate all our female talent is crucial and the Power Play awards is an excellent way for peers, mentors and leaders in the industry to offer this recognition.”

- Marianne Eide, 2023 Judge

“It was a great pleasure to be part of the jury for the selection of individuals from different parts of the world and with high experience in the LNG industry. It was a great experience for me and at the same time difficult, because having to select the best candidate to fit the “The Ambassador Category” among several with excellent qualities and vast experience in this industry. I was equally honoured to have been invited to be part of the jury of this prestigious event among many individuals with high experience. I am flattered, as it is also the recognition of my contribution and work in this industry and in a country that has recently started its first LNG production. For me, the Power Play Awards is an exceptional event where women from various parts of the world share their experience and are equally recognized for the merits of their work in this vast LNG industry and would be more than happy to continue promoting great Women in the LNG and thank you Power Play for this opportunity!"

- Célia Correia, 2022 Judge

“The Powerplay Awards is a great platform to shine a light to professionals around the world. For me it was an honor to be part of the Finalists for the 2022 Rising Star category. It’s a great opportunity to show inclusion among different professionals globally.”

-Eugenia Langa, 2022 Rising Star Finalist

“Power Play creates a platform that allows people from across the industry to work together, share best practices to continually look for new ways to enrich inclusive culture in our industry.”

- Yaoyu Zhang, 2022 Ambassador Finalist

“It was truly an honor to be selected as a Finalist in the Pioneer category of the 2021 Power Play Awards and to be recognized amongst a group of such remarkable and accomplished women from around the world. I would also like to take this opportunity to commend the Power Play Awards for organizing such a vital, significant and relevant initiative that draws attention to and actively promotes the continued need for diversity and inclusion across the LNG value chain. Given that the LNG and gas sector remains, to this day, one of the least gender diverse sectors in the economy, initiatives such as this become all the more important in driving and spearheading the conversation around diversity and inclusion in the LNG industry.”

- Anan Abdullatif, 2022 & 2021 Pioneer Finalist