Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast

What does the future hold for the Permian Basin, and how can collaboration continue to strengthen one of the world's most important energy-producing regions? In this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, host Krista Escamilla sits down with Tim Leach, Permian Strategic Partnership, and Tracee Bentley, President and CEO of PSP, to discuss the organization's vision for the future and...

In Episode 20 of The Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, Tracee Bentley and Krista Escamilla sit down with Ovintiv President and CEO Brendan McCracken for an inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation and the future of energy in the Permian Basin. Brendan shares his journey in the oil and gas industry, the importance of investing in people and communities, and why collaboration across...

In this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, we sit down with Travis Stice, Executive Chairman of the Board at Diamondback Energy, alongside Tracee Bentley, CEO and President of the Permian Strategic Partnership, for a meaningful and forward-looking conversation about leadership, collaboration, and the future of energy in the Permian Basin. As a proud member of PSP, Diamondback En...

In this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Brian Schroeder, Interim Director of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, to explore the future of healthcare in the Permian Basin.   Dr. Schroeder shares his journey into medicine, the leadership principles that guide his work, and how TTUHSC is playing a critical role in expanding access to care across We...

Healthcare impacts every family, every workforce, and every community in the Permian Basin. In this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, host Krista Escamilla sits down with Catherine Rathbone, Director of Healthcare for the Permian Strategic Partnership, to talk about the real work being done to improve healthcare access, quality, and outcomes across West Texas. Catherine brings...

As we close out the year, The Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast host Krista Escamilla sits down with Tracee Bentley, President & CEO of PSP, for a comprehensive look at the progress made across the Permian Basin and what’s ahead. In this end-of-year episode, Tracee reflects on key highlights from 2025 and shares strategic goals for 2026, with a focus on strengthening the communities that c...

On this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, host Krista Escamilla sits down with Dr. Kevin Beardmore, the new president of Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC), to talk about his inspiring career in education, his leadership philosophy, and the exciting partnership ahead with the Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP). Dr. Beardmore brings decades of experience in higher education,...

On this week's episode of the PSP Podcast, Krista Escamilla sits down with Jack Harper, newly appointed Chairman of the Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP) a coalition focused on strengthening the quality of life across the Permian Basin region. Episode Highlights~ Chairman Harper shares his journey in the energy sector and his connection to the Permian Basin region. The mission and model of PSP:...

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast! In this episode, we visit with Janell Taylor, Regional Director for the Permian Basin Counseling and Guidance Center. Janell is passionate about sustainable growth in mental health resources and is proud to bring these vital services to rural communities in New Mexico. Episode Highlights: Janell’s journey into advocacy and leaders...

In this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, host Krista Escamilla sits down with Kristy Hughes, Community Relations for Hobbs Municipal Schools and Director of the Energy Internship Program for PSP. Kristy shares how this innovative partnership between Permian Strategic Partnership and Hobbs Municipal Schools is helping prepare students for careers in the energy industry while bu...

In this episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Brackmeyer, Chief Executive Officer of Skillpoint Alliance, to discuss the transformative impact of rapid, no-cost trade training across the Permian Basin. Kevin shares Skillpoint’s mission to bridge the workforce gap by providing hands-on training in high-demand trades like HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, empower...

On this week's episode of The Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast we sit down with Steve Sauceda - Director of Workforce Training, New Mexico Junior College Host Krista Escamilla and Steve discuss the exciting launch of NMJC’s new CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) training Scholarship initiative made possible through support from the Permian Strategic Partnership. Steve shares how this program w...

Welcome to the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast! In this episode, we’re excited to introduce Dr. Keeley Boyer, the new superintendent of Ector County Independent School District (ECISD).   Dr. Boyer shares her passion for education, her strategic vision for ECISD, and how she plans to strengthen student outcomes through innovation, leadership, and strong community partnerships. We also dive i...

We’re honored to welcome Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce and Founding Chairman of the Permian Strategic Partnership, Don Evans, to the PSP Podcast! 🇺🇸 In this powerful episode, Secretary Evans shares his insights on leadership, regional collaboration, and what’s ahead for the future of the Permian Basin — a region that continues to power America’s energy and economic strength. He also shares why...

In episode 7 of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, we’re excited to sit down with Zach Craddock, the Superintendent of Third Future Schools! Zach shares how PSP partnered with Third Future Schools to turn around the academic performance of two schools in Midland, taking them from an F to a B ranking! This innovative model focuses on preparing students for success through an alternative ins...

This week on the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, we're excited to have William Church, The director of programming for the Truck Driving Academy at Odessa College as our guest! He talks about the incredible partnership between PSP and Odessa College and how it's helping provide more licensed truck drivers to meet the growing demand in our area. 🚛 William also shares his number one safety t...

"People tend to support what they help create." Cathrynn Brown, speaks about collaboration with PSP. In the latest episode of the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, Morgan Hebert the Director of Operations at the PSP and Host Krista Escamilla had the privilege of sitting down with New Mexico State Representative Cathrynn Brown to discuss the upcoming legislative session, the needs of her Distr...

This week on the Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast, we're diving deep into a topic that affects us all----Road Safety. Join us as we visit with Debra Richmond, Director of Road Safety Strategic Initiatives at PSP, and Eric Lykins, District Engineer for TxDOT's Odessa District. Together they've been on a mission to make our roads safer. Good News...The fatality rate on our roads decreased in 20...

This week on The Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast Russell Myers, President of the Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center dives into the partnerships that are turning the vision of a new mental health facility into reality. Discover how this new center will provide both inpatient and outpatient services, tailored to meet the needs of our community. Russell also talks about how close they are t...

Fueling the Future, One Vote at a Time  In This episode of The Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast we visit with President & CEO Tracee Bentley about the importance of having your voice heard. This rapidly growing region is also changing, and decisions being made now will impact generations to come. Voting is a powerful and important way for residents to influence those changes. Alarming sta...

The Permian Strategic Partnership(PSP) is a coalition of 29 leading Permian Basin Energy companies and higher education institutions who joined together to work in partnership with leaders across the region to foster superior public schools, quality healthcare, a trained workforce, and safer roads. PSP's mission is to address current and future challenges to the responsible development of the fast...