Yeah, Mike was pretty useless, no wonder they sacked him...

Yeah, Mike was pretty useless, no wonder they sacked him

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  Scot RudolphScot Rudolph

  Director of EHS, ConstructionDirector of EHS, ConstructionApril 17, 2020,Scotreported directly toMikeApril 17, 2020,Scotreported directly toMike

  
  

  • • Simply stated, one of the best leaders that I've ever had the pleasure to work for. I was his Safety Officer during the Deepwater Horizon Incident Response in the Louisiana ICC. Mike was an inspiration to us all and showed what true leadership under pressure looks like.Simply stated, one of the best leaders that I've ever had the pleasure to work for. I was his Safety Officer during the Deepwater Horizon Incident Response in the Louisiana ICC. Mike was an inspiration to us all and showed what true leadership under pressure looks like.
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  Soheila P.Soheila P.

  Business Development DirectorBusiness Development DirectorApril 16, 2016,Soheilaworked withMikeon the same teamApril 16, 2016,Soheilaworked withMikeon the same team

  
  

  • • An exceptionally great leader who has the unique ability to motivate and inspire his team to deliver their best no matter how difficult the task. I am grateful for having had the opportunity to work for such a true leader and remain impressed with challenges he has taken on and his continuous success.An exceptionally great leader who has the unique ability to motivate and inspire his team to deliver their best no matter how difficult the task. I am grateful for having had the opportunity to work for such a true leader and remain impressed with challenges he has taken on and his continuous success.
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  Judy KitagawaJudy Kitagawa

  Environmental Risk Manager and Emergency Response | Shoreline Cleanup Assessment | Process ImprovementEnvironmental Risk Manager and Emergency Response | Shoreline Cleanup Assessment | Process ImprovementNovember 22, 2014,Judyworked withMikeon the same teamNovember 22, 2014,Judyworked withMikeon the same team

  
  

  • • I first worked with Mike when I was working on implementation of management systems - you know - the unappreciated silent running kind of job. And Mike totally GOT what I was trying to do, in an environment where few did. Then I worked with him on the BP GoM oil spill response. As Paul Monus said: Mike Utsler saved the company. Silent Running to Command and Control - Mike does both.I first worked with Mike when I was working on implementation of management systems - you know - the unappreciated silent running kind of job. And Mike totally GOT what I was trying to do, in an environment where few did. Then I worked with him on the BP GoM oil spill response. As Paul Monus said: Mike Utsler saved the company. Silent Running to Command and Control - Mike does both.
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  Henry de La GarzaHenry de La Garza

  FEMA Certified PIO at de La Garza Public Relations, Inc.FEMA Certified PIO at de La Garza Public Relations, Inc.August 9, 2014,Henryworked withMikeon the same teamAugust 9, 2014,Henryworked withMikeon the same team

  
  

  • • It was my pleasure to serve under Mike's leadership at the historic response to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. As the Incident Commander and Unified Commander, Mike was an effective spokesman and he kept the message on the response. He made everyone under his command feel proud to be a part of the unified response. That's the signature quality of a good commander!It was my pleasure to serve under Mike's leadership at the historic response to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. As the Incident Commander and Unified Commander, Mike was an effective spokesman and he kept the message on the response. He made everyone under his command feel proud to be a part of the unified response. That's the signature quality of a good commander!
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  Jay WarrenJay Warren

  Crew Lead at Kinder Morgan, Inc.Crew Lead at Kinder Morgan, Inc.July 17, 2014,Mikewas senior toJaybut didn't manageJaydirectlyJuly 17, 2014,Mikewas senior toJaybut didn't manageJaydirectly

  
  

  • • I had the privilege of working for Mike in GCRO. He was very professional and dynamic leader in a very truing time for the company. I would work for Mike any time I was offered the opportunity.I had the privilege of working for Mike in GCRO. He was very professional and dynamic leader in a very truing time for the company. I would work for Mike any time I was offered the opportunity.
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  Paul MonusPaul Monus

  Founder and partner at EnergyTransitionDynamicsFounder and partner at EnergyTransitionDynamicsOctober 15, 2013,Mikewas senior toPaulbut didn't managePauldirectlyOctober 15, 2013,Mikewas senior toPaulbut didn't managePauldirectly

  
  

  • • Mike is one of the best operating leaders and managers in the world. His approach to systematic management, engagement with the frontline while stressing operating discipline is unmatched in my experience. I also think that his leadership was instrumental in responding to the Deepwater Horizon incident - I think Mike saved the company.Mike is one of the best operating leaders and managers in the world. His approach to systematic management, engagement with the frontline while stressing operating discipline is unmatched in my experience. I also think that his leadership was instrumental in responding to the Deepwater Horizon incident - I think Mike saved the company.
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  Robert C. "Bob" GareriRobert C. "Bob" Gareri

  Emergency Preparedness/Crisis Management Professional | USA | "Are You Ready?"Emergency Preparedness/Crisis Management Professional | USA | "Are You Ready?"December 3, 2012,Mikewas senior toRobert C. "Bob"but didn't manageRobert C. "Bob"directlyDecember 3, 2012,Mikewas senior toRobert C. "Bob"but didn't manageRobert C. "Bob"directly

  
  

  • • During one of the worst catastrophes in history (DeepWater Horizon Oil Disaster), I had the pleasure of working with and for Mike Utsler as his BP Gulf Coast Restoration Organization (GCRO) as his Alabama Area Operations Manager.
      Although not a typical skill set for one with educational background was in Petroleum Engineering, Mike was able to quickly learn the Incident Command System (NIMS) and masterfully led a huge manpower & resources effort resulting in a stellar outcome. Often times, he had to function under extremely stressful emergency management conditions and did so like a true professional.
      His leadership attributes are second to none and, given the opportunity, would be proud to serve with him in the future.

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