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Maartje van Krieken

SPEAK: Parenting

Maartje van Krieken: Expert Navigator of Chaos Maartje van Krieken has carved a remarkable path through the volatile terrains of the oil and gas industry, emerging as a leader in project, change, and crisis management over her two-decade career. Her leadership acumen has been particularly influential in executing complex projects and strategic initiatives, saving her companies billions, and earning her recognition as a transformative force within the sector. As a pioneering woman and a mother of three in a traditionally male-dominated field, Maartje has honed her skills in navigating high-pressure environments and complex interpersonal dynamics, often across diverse, geographically dispersed teams. Transitioning her profound industry experience into entrepreneurial ventures and executive consulting since 2019, Maartje offers her expertise to organizations and leaders facing crises, major transformations, and essential business pivots. Her significant achievements include pivotal roles in managing national crisis responses and revitalizing a floundering hydrogen fuel cell startup. Now residing in New Orleans, Maartje expresses her entrepreneurial spirit through the Shrunk 3D Franchise, and her dedication to community and leadership is evident through her active participation in Loyola University's Women’s Leadership program and her foundational role in New Orleans Businesses for Good. Her disaster management skills are further exemplified by her volunteer work with the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team and FEMA training. Educated in Industrial Design Engineering at the Technical University of Delft, and holding advanced certifications and accreditations in Coaching, HR, Diversity and Inclusion and Strategic Risk Management and Decision Quality, Maartje’s educational background is as robust as her professional journey. Known for her authentic leadership style and infectious energy, she delivers keynotes that blend practical wisdom with insightful strategies for resilience, adaptability, and personal fulfillment, empowering audiences to navigate their own chaos with confidence and poise.

All Sessions by Maartje van Krieken

7:15 pm - 8:10 pm
Sparkle on Stage Cultural Arts Center - Mainstage

SPEAKers: Act 1

Act 1 of SPEAK: Parenting features 5 incredible talks to start our show. (click the photo to read their bio) <br> 🎤 MARIA SUAREZ: “I Was the Perfect Parent Until I Became One" <br> 🎤 MAARTJE VAN KRIEKEN: “Oilfields, Chaos & Motherhood: A Journey of Resilience” <br> 🎤 JENNIFER SCHWEIBENZ: “Have the Hard Conversations” <br> 🎤 CHRISTINA ALLIANCE: “Teenagers and the Greatness Within” <br> 🎤 CHERYLE HAYS: “Lessons from the Mom of a Champion”

8:20 pm - 9:00 pm
Sparkle on Stage Cultural Arts Center - Mainstage

The SPEAK Podcast: Act 2

Act 2 of SPEAK: Parenting features a LIVE recording of The SPEAK Podcast where our host Dana Lopez will sit for a fireside chat with the SPEAKers of the Parenting pop-up event to close out the show.