James Wendelken
James Wendelken is the creator of the Advancement Process and the founder of Capformance.
James has broad experience in research & development and engineering in multiple industries. Additionally, he has done extensive work building, implementing, and growing successful technical and non-technical development and talent management programs that have served many business functions. James also served as the Technology Training Manager at a Fortune 500 company.
James has a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Oklahoma State University and an MBA from Texas A&M University.
Very many people and various associations and universities have contributed much to this process, providing greater details for helping more people and groups.
Speaking Events on Industry, Business, and Positive Contributions
James Wendelken speaks about various positive contributions people and groups make that speed up progress, solidify ways to be successful, and increase reliability in industry and business.
The following are some of the topics he has spoken on:
Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center International Symposium
Topic: Valuable steps and input for: increasing safety as a collective effort, finding ways to increase others' success, and not missing out on valuable information, resources, and directions
For applications to safety in industry, visit here for an overview.
Sustainable Energy for South Texas Symposium
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (formerly UTPA) Office for Sustainability
Topic: How STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) contributions, drawing from various people's experiences, and teamwork translate to continuous improvement and sustainable processes in the energy industry
The Financial Executives Networking Group (FENG) Houston
Topic: The many contributions it takes from various functions to advance technology in industries and ways to speed and improve technology deployment while avoiding pitfalls
Association for Talent Development (ATD) Houston Annual Conference
Topic: Continually improve engineering and technical work, standards, and reliability
Association for Talent Development (ATD) Houston Community Training Network
Topic: Utilizing talent management in dynamic companies
Mays MBA Round Table Discussions at Texas A&M University
Articles on Industry, Business, and Positive Contributions
by James Wendelken
Financial Executives’ Recommendations for Technology Deployment
Progress at National Energy Technology Laboratory
Energy, Sustainability & STEM – Looking Forward
Constructive Event on Energy & Sustainability
OESI – Data Sharing and Solutions for Safety
Changing Perspectives for Positive Results
Ocean Energy Safety Institute Inaugural Event
University R&D Showcase at Offshore Technology Conference
Developing Profitable Partnerships – ASTD and Houston Organizational Development Network
STEM Education Programs in the Oil & Gas Industry
Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM) Movement is Important for Our Country
To learn more about James Wendelken, click here to read a Q&A on Capformance.