From Indiana to Australia and all points in between with Xavier Mcnary

College Football Player Transitions to Expat Oil and Gas Career Across Asia Pacific Join me for an engaging chat with my good friend Xavier Mcnary as we discuss his journey from college football to working internationally in the oil and gas industry. Get to know Xavier on a personal level as we talk about his passion for cooking various cuisines and how it helps him connect with different cultures. Learn how he got his start with Schlumberger and made his way to exciting expat assignments in Thailand and Australia. We'll cover the culture shock of moving overseas with a family, integrating into new communities, and the invaluable life experiences his kids have gained growing up abroad. Xavier shares insights into the evolving technologies used in drilling and completions operations over his 30 year career. Stick around as we trade funny stories about our monthly poker games, golf scrambles, and the elaborate prank pulled on me that I may never live down. If you enjoy real conversations about careers, travel, food, and friendship, this video is for you! Let me know in the comments if you've had any experiences working overseas and what exotic cuisine I need to try next! My special guest is Xavier Mcnary Xavier Mcnary, a well-established figure in the oil and gas industry, offers a wealth of experience in international work settings. His transition from Thailand to Australia provides a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with working across borders. With a friendly and approachable nature, Xavier is a valuable resource for professionals looking to expand their careers globally. His insights into the landscape of overseas work in the oil and gas sector make him an ideal guest for this episode, where we explore the nuances of working abroad and the potential it holds for career growth and cultural enrichment. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Playing Football 00:00:45 - Podcast Experience 00:01:19 - The Cold War Podcast 00:06:11 - Growing Poker Nights 00:11:24 - Exploring Different Flavors and Cuisine 00:12:49 - Discovering Flavors in Thailand 00:13:20 - The Freshness of Seafood 00:14:05 - Learning to Cook with Khunpui 00:18:32 - Transition to Oil and Gas Industry 00:22:46 - The Beginnings in Lafayette 00:23:15 - Adapting to Southern Culture 00:24:18 - Transition to Oil and Gas 00:28:25 - Embracing Technology and Innovation 00:30:31 - Living Overseas 00:34:16 - International Upbringing 00:35:14 - Valuable Experiences 00:39:13 - Early Education 00:42:21 - Scramble Golf 00:45:08 - Golf Banter 00:46:04 - Poker Night 00:46:25 - Gotcha Moment 00:50:52 - Cooking Plans 00:53:54 - Excitement for Crawfish Boil 00:55:50 - Golfing Plans and Crawford 00:56:03 - Xavier's Golf Skills 00:56:28 - Connecting on LinkedIn 00:56:47 - Xavier's Networking 00:57:05 - Conclusion and Contact Information Learn more about us👇 Website: https://www.coldboretechnology.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldboretech/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColdBoreTech/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cold-bore-technology/mycompany/