Producing Confidence

Producing Confidence

Since 1947, our unwavering commitment to values, safety, and delivering exceptional results for our clients has stood the test of time. Tune in as we explore the latest industry trends, safety practices, and career insights in the ever-evolving energy sector. Learn more at producingconfidence.com.

Episodes

November 3, 2025 22 mins

We explore how Danos WORKS turns employee volunteer time into direct funding for nonprofits and why service sits at the core of the Danos culture. 

Recruiter Paige Boudreaux and Recruiting Manager Damien St. Pierre share practical steps, partner stories, and moments that remind us why showing up changes lives. Learn more at theseedsofgiving.com.


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Through our conversation with Donald Noland, Operations Manager for Project Controls at Performance Energy Services (a Danos Company), listen as we uncover the three essential pillars that form the foundation of effective project management: planning, scheduling, and cost controls. 

Learn more about PES and Danos by visiting pesllc.com and danos.com.

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When inclement weather brings power outages, a generator can keep your household or business running—if it’s properly maintained and used safely. In this episode of Producing Confidence, Danos Operations Manager of Power Generation and Mechanical Bart Bergeron and Business Development Representative Bubba Himel share practical guidance on generator operation and upkeep.

They clear up common misconceptions about generator capacity, e...

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Ever wondered what it takes to transform from a deck hand chipping paint into a skilled production operator on an offshore platform? The journey might be shorter than you think.

Meet Billy Bedsole, the first graduate of Danos' Develop U program. Billy shares his firsthand experience navigating the program, from initial competency assessments to mastering complex technical skills through cutting-edge virtual reality si...

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Hank and Mark Danos discuss how their family business has maintained its core values throughout 78 years of growth, sharing powerful stories that illustrate the company's commitment to people, generosity, and purpose-driven leadership. They explore how the DNA of Danos—from its founders' sacrifice and problem-solving approach to its modern philanthropic initiatives—has shaped a sustainable business model that balances pro...

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What does it take to drive 18,000 miles—the equivalent of crossing America 7.36 times—without a single driving violation? Tory Turner knows, and he's got a $4,000 check to prove it.

Meet the 2024 Drive for Safety campaign grand prize winner who beat incredible odds to maintain a perfect driving record throughout the year. As a natural gas mechanic regularly traveling to service heliports across multiple states, Tory f...

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Discover how Danos is transforming the oil and gas industry’s supply chain with i²ms (Intelligent Integrated Material Solutions.) In this episode, Danos Media Relations Coordinator and Producing Confidence host Samantha Magee sits down with General Manager of Supply Chain Services Scott Theriot and Supply Chain Manager Damien Gardner to explore how Danos is solving complex challenges through a comprehensive service model that integ...

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In this episode of Producing Confidence, Danos Media Relations Coordinator Samantha Magee is joined by Mark Danos, owner & CEO of Danos Family Investments, and Renee Piper, sr. vice president of strategy and brand. Together, they share their travel stories and reflect on their recent Danos ROOTS trip to Ecuador.

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October 10, 2024 10 mins

Meet Ben Alexander, Danos and PES rope access program manager and trainer. His journey in the energy industry began in 2015. Ben's enthusiasm and passion for his work have taken him from a scaffold builder to his current role as a Level 3 rope access technician while managing PES’ rope access program.  

In 2019, Ben joined Danos as a scaffold builder, initially drawn to the idea of being a fitter until he discovered rope access...

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October 10, 2024 3 mins

Listen as Danos Owner and Executive Mark Danos discusses the importance of living with purpose through the Danos Foundation.

The Danos Foundation impacts and improves the communities where we live and work. Within the guidelines of the Foundation’s Purpose and Values, we leverage our resources of time, talent, and money to support and promote involvement in activities and initiatives to help resolve community challenges. ...

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October 9, 2024 5 mins

Danos Area Manager John Able & Production Technician Josh Urias share a hard lesson learned about flash fires.

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September 25, 2024 14 mins

Danos Recruiter Breeon Williams, Automation Operations Manager Brandon Barrilleaux and Technologies Manager IT/OT Keith Vallone discuss the field of automation, career opportunities and their most interesting jobs.

Breeon Williams is the Energy Systems Recruiter at Danos and a career counselor, known for her resume writing workshop with Louisiana’s Community and Technical Colleges program titled Energize Your Destiny. She ...

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Danos Human Resources Specialist Jessica Stegall interviews Electrician Kaiden Richard. Kaiden earned associate’s degrees from SOWELA Technical Community College and also completed an offshore internship with Danos. Kaiden talks about the support he received from Danos and the value he received from his internship.

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Danos Human Resources Specialist Jessica Stegall interviews Deepwater Operator Gisselle who completed an offshore internship. 

Gisselle discusses her education journey and provides an insider view at her first hitch offshore as a deepwater operator. 

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