This week, we bring you two stories from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010, one from a native Louisianian scientist and the other from a fourth-generation Louisiana fisherman. 

Part 1: Louisianan scientist Estelle Robichaux struggles to deal with the massive oil spill affecting her state while also balancing personal problems.

Part 2:  When Lousiana fisherman Robert Campo receives news of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, he knows his life is about to change.

Estelle Robichaux, a native Louisianian, is a senior restoration project analyst at Environmental Defense Fund. A broadly-trained scientist with a passion for wetlands conservation and restoration, Estelle has a background in natural and social sciences as well as extensive experience in science education. Her field and research background spans wetlands, marine environments and wildlife, from Costa Rica to South Africa to South Caicos. Estelle advocates for the implementation of science-based restoration projects and leads project-related efforts for Restore the Mississippi River Delta. Estelle also works on science communication and tracking the development of scientific and research programs in the wake of the Gulf oil disaster.

Robert Campo is the owner of Campo's Marina located in Shell Beach, Louisiana.  He's a fourth generation commercial fisherman and the great-grandson of the late Celestino Campo, the founder of Campo's Marina started in 1903.  He's the grandson of the late Frank Blackie Campo (a true legend) and the son of Frank J. Campo Jr.  Campo's Marina is the oldest family-owned business in St.Bernard parish and it's one of the top ten oldest family owned businesses that still exists today in Louisiana.  He owns and operates his oyster business with two oyster boats and a farm of nearly 1500 acres of oyster grounds.

Oil: Stories from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill

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In episode 19 we spoke with Michael P. Dellova, MBA, Leader, Global Services & Solutions, Willis Towers Watson North America Corporate Risk & Broking, and is the Willis Towers Watson’s Multinational Practice Center of Excellence Leader. Based in New York, his primary responsibility is to manage the team of international practitioners who market, place and service global programs for Willis Towers Watson multinational clients. Other responsibilities include: the development of international best practices; strategies for production; insurer relations and; market and industry intelligence. Michael’s extensive experience in the international field has allowed him to work with a variety of industry groups that include (but are not limited to) construction, manufacturing, financial institutions, hospitality, entertainment, chemicals, technology, non-governmental organizations, educational institutions and pharmaceutical interests. His product line expertise encompasses global property, international liability, terrorism, political risk and program management inclusive of captives. In his role as manager of the department, Michael oversees the international broker team and is very involved in associate recruitment, training and professional development. Michael earned a Master’s in Business Administration in Finance from the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College of the City University of New York. He also holds a Master of Arts in International Relations from St. John’s University School of Arts & Sciences. Michael’s professional affiliations include the Chatham House, the Business Council for International Understanding and the alumni associations of both St. John’s University and CUNY. Michael was also recognized as a leading Global Power Broker by Risk & Insurance magazine in both 2009 and 2015.

We spoke about the changing role of risk managers, managing a global risk program, how political changes are changing the insurance industry, highlights of his upcoming course on enterprise risk planning and compliance, and why risk management is an attractive career path.

DWBE - 019 - Michael Dellova-Willis Towers Watson

Emergency management is a growing discipline as our world has become increasingly more complex, interconnected, and vulnerable to hazards both natural and human caused. The role of the emergency manager, including leaders in public safety, has expanded and become more vital to cities, counties, states, and large organizations, and much of this work can be contained and effectively managed within projects, be they longer term plans,  disaster recovery, mitigation measures or short-term emergency responses to a disaster. This podcast series focuses on project management topics for emergency managers. Come with us as we ride the wave!

DWBE - 019 - Michael Dellova-Willis Towers Watson

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