The Institute for Energy Law (IEL), a division of The Center for American and International Law (CAIL), recently held its 3rd Annual Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Award Reception in Houston, Texas. The event recognized Linda Perez Clark of Kean Miller LLP and Chevron, represented by Josetta Jones, for their leadership and commitment to advancing DE&I in the energy industry.
Picture: Linda Perez Clark of Kean Miller LLP and Josetta Jones, representing Chevron.
The evening featured inspiring moments that celebrated the honorees' impactful work. Chevron highlighted its DE&I strategies, emphasizing how DE&I is woven into its organizational fabric. Attendees also enjoyed a powerful fireside chat with Linda Perez Clark, moderated by Tod Everage, where she reflected on her personal journey, the importance of DE&I, and the transformative Kean Miller Connection program, which supports diverse professionals entering the legal field. Linda credited her career to DE&I programs that provided her with critical opportunities, inspiring the audience to take action in their own organizations.
Picture: Fireside chat with Linda Perez Clark and Tod Everage.
The evening was led by Jana Grauberger, Chair of IEL’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, with awardees introduced by committee co-chairs Phyllis Young (McGuireWoods) and Laura Springer Brown (Liskow).
Congratulations to the honorees and thank you to all who attended to celebrate their achievements and support this vital work. CAIL and IEL thank the sponsors whose support made the event possible. This program highlights IEL’s continued focus on supporting DE&I initiatives that drive progress in the energy industry.
