Elevated Access | The Inside Story

About Elevated Access | The Inside Story

Welcome to Elevated Access, a podcast about the access required for energy and infrastructure developments across North America. Join me, Chad Hughes, as we meet with those at the top of their field whose experiences have helped shape the energy and infrastructure landscape – leaders who get access. Whether you’re a business leader, project developer, or professional who has been part of the access journey, or simply interested in what enables development, this podcast sheds light on the depth of care and attention that goes into securing access for development – and just how big of an undertaking it is.

Publisher

Chad Hughes | CEO; Entrepreneurial Leader; Author

Category

business · news · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Aug 2021

Latest episode

15 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

67 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jul 2026

   46 - Growth Happens Before You're Ready: Rebekah Subit's Career Journey in Energy and Right of Way

   In this episode of Elevated Access, Chad Hughes sits down with Rebekah Subit, Vice President of Gas and Power at North Coast Gas Transmission, to discuss her unconventional career journey through the energy industry and the success factors that shaped her path. Rebekah shares the lessons she learned from beginning her career with a biology degree and an environmental role supporting interstate natural gas pipelines to positions in electric transmission siting, business development, and executive leadership. Rebekah details how embracing uncertainty, building relationships, and continually stepping outside her comfort zone led to a successful career.

2. 

   15 Apr 2026

   45 - Beyond the Land Profession: Transferable Skills and Career Growth with Ron Vermeulen

   In this episode of Elevated Access, host Chad Hughes sits down with Ron Vermeulen, founder of Land Solutions, to explore how a career in the right of way and land profession can shape skills that extend far beyond the industry. Ron shares his journey from early days in surveying to enrolling in the land agent program at Olds College, and eventually building a career across major organizations, including Amoco and Gulf Canada. His story highlights how adaptability and a willingness to step outside comfort zones can open doors and accelerate professional growth in land acquisition and right-of-way careers.

3. 

   25 Mar 2026

   44 - Inside the IRWA International Education Conference with Mindy Leadholm and Jake Farrell

   In this episode of Elevated Access, host Chad Hughes is joined by Jake Farrell of Omaha Public Power District and Mindy Leadholm of Washington County Public Works to preview the upcoming International Right of Way Association International Education Conference in Omaha, Nebraska. As conference co-chairs, Jake and Mindy share their professional journeys into the Right of Way industry, highlighting how mentorship, education, and association involvement helped shape their careers and leadership paths within IRWA. Their stories reflect a common theme across the profession: many find their way into Right of Way unexpectedly but stay because of the relationships, impact, and opportunities the industry offers.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 45 / 100

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Quality

77

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

30

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