Permian Strategic Partnership Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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 oil and natural gas resources of the Permian Basin in the states of New Mexico and Texas. The goal of this podcast is to share the stories of how this one-of-a-kind public-private partnership is impacting communities across the Permian Basin. 

In our fist episode we visit with the President and CEO of PSP Tracee Bentley. Bentley explains the four focus areas that PSP prioritizes, how the coalition has implemented change and what lies ahead.

Future podcasts will highlight members of our coalition and community partners who are working hard every day to make our region the economic powerhouse it is. The future lies in the Permian and We are all better together.

Thank you for listening. Please Download and Share with your neighbors.

Host: Krista Escamilla

For More Information: www.permianpartnership.org

Follow along on social media: @Permianstrategicpartnership on Linkedin and Twitter

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 more than a decade of experience as a Registered Nurse and now leads regional initiatives focused on workforce development, access to care, and long-term solutions for a growing region.

In this episode, we discuss:

The biggest healthcare challenges facing the Permian Basin

How workforce shortages impact patient care

What PSP is doing to strengthen healthcare systems

Why collaboration is key to sustainable healthcare solutions

Catherine’s unique perspective transitioning from bedside nursing to regional leadership

This conversation highlights why healthcare is a critical pillar of economic growth and community well-being in the Permian Basin.

Learn more about the Permian Strategic Partnership and its healthcare initiatives by visiting www.permianpartnership.org

👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode if you found it valuable. The future lies in The Permian and we are all in this together.

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 call the Permian Basin home.

🎯 Topics Covered in This Episode:

• Major 2025 accomplishments across the region

• Healthcare access and workforce initiatives

• Investments in education and teacher support

• Progress on roads, infrastructure, and safety

• Enhancing quality of life for Permian Basin residents

• The growing role of PSP member companies and community partners

• How collaboration is driving long-term, sustainable impact

Tracee also highlights the importance of partnership between industry, education, healthcare, and local communities and how those relationships are shaping a stronger future for West Texas and Southeast New Mexico.

🎧 Subscribe for more conversations on the people, policies, and partnerships powering the Permian Basin. The future lies in the Permian and we are all in this together. 

Thanks for listening and sharing. 

Host: Krista Escamilla

Produced by: Escamilla Media

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 instructional approach, helping them thrive both academically and in life.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on how collaboration and forward-thinking strategies are shaping the future of education in our community!

Tune in on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Amazon and join the conversation!

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7l3n9HR0_g&t=3s

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/episode-07/id1768519112?i=1000697726651

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5tlOoUYOWu8dPrYCJYClW0

The future lies in the Permian and we are ALL in this together.

#PermianStrategicPartnership #ThirdFutureSchools #communityimpact #Podcast #Education #Alternativelearning

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 tip for drivers, something that could make a huge difference on the road today! 🚦

Tune in to hear all about this important initiative, how it’s making our roads safer and helping to drive the future of the trucking industry. 🚚

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF4y1OaBzws

Thank you for watching. A special Thank you to the PSP membership for making this program available for our community members.

The future lies in the Permian and we are all in this together.

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"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 District 55, and how her partnership with PSP is driving positive change in the region. 🌟

As we gear up for another busy legislative year, Representative Brown shares her insights on critical issues facing the Permian Basin, from infrastructure to education and economic development.

Plus find out about an important piece of legislation she is hoping to pass which will stop kids from being able to purchase synthetic drugs in convenience stores.

👉 Listen now to hear her vision for the future and how PSP is working alongside leaders like Representative Brown to make a difference for the people of the Permian! Thanks for listening. Please subscribe and share with someone you love in our community. We are all in this together and The future lies in the Permian.

#PSP #PermianBasin #District55 #CathrynnBrown #NewMexico #LegislativeSession #PartnershipForProgress #WestTexas #leadership

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 2023.

During this episode we will learn more about the benefits of this partnership and how it is saving lives.

We also hear about the HERO program which will kick off in 2025.

Debra and Eric also share how every person who drives can make a difference when they get behind the wheel. If you or a loved one travels West Texas roads this is an episode you will not want to miss.

Thank you for listening on your favorite podcast platform or watching on YouTube. https://youtu.be/Z3PG4qTGDN8?si=yUYxCfmPAW8Ywdcu

The future lies in The Permian and we are all in this together.

#roadsafety #txdot #permianbasin

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 to their fundraising goal which will allow a collaboration to transform mental health support in our region.

Join us on all podcast platforms and YouTube for this exciting journey towards better mental health care in the Permian Basin.

Thank you for listening.

Please subscribe and share this exciting project which is expected to open in 2006.

#psp #mentalhealth #permianbasin #servingourcommunity

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 statistics reveal that in recent elections, decisions in the Permian Basin have been made by less than 10% of the area residents. This year, we’re making it our mission to see that change. Join us by making sure you are registered to vote and turning out to make your voice heard on November 5th. 

Election Day is Tuesday November 5, 2024

For More Information: https://permianpartnership.org/get-out-the-vote/

Election Day is Tuesday November 5, 2024

Thank you for watching the PSP Podcast Host:Krista Escamilla

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, from his early days as a middle school science teacher to his leadership roles at Owensboro Community and Technical College, where he helped launch one of the nation’s most recognized community and technical colleges. His work has earned numerous honors, including the Distinguished College Administrator Award from Phi Theta Kappa and multiple “Great College to Work For” designations.

In this conversation, Dr. Beardmore shares:

• His vision for SENMC and the role community colleges play in transforming lives

• How PSP and SENMC are partnering to strengthen educational pathways in the Permian Basin

• Why he believes so deeply in access, opportunity, and the power of education

• What being a first-generation college student taught him about serving students today

• His journey from private industry to academic leadership and what drives him forward

As a proud father, educator, and first-generation college graduate, Dr. Beardmore brings both heart and expertise to the Permian Basin’s future workforce conversations.

Thanks for Listening. 

We are all in this together and the future lies in The Permian.

Host: Krista Escamilla

Produced by Escamilla Media for The Permian Strategic Partnership