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Podcast: Digital Innovations in Oil and Gas with Geoffrey Cann
Episode: Building the Workforce of the Future: Insights with Ron Crabtree
Description: The energy industry faces a dual challenge: addressing the growing skills gap as experienced workers retire, and attracting a tech-savvy younger workforce. Meanwhile, digital transformation is reshaping the landscape, introducing complex tools like AI and automation into traditional workflows. In this episode, I interview Ron Crabtree, CEO of MetaOps and MetaExperts, about bridging the workforce gap. The interview considers how companies can identify critical skills for the future, implement effective mentorship programs, and create the kinds of roles that attract and retain young talent. We flag the "wisdom gap" caused by retiring baby boomers and consider steps...