Kris and Raj are proud to begin our newest project in the beautiful island of Trinidad and Tobago with a local client. Our focus: Developing a Safe and Efficient Performance Culture by aligning the onshore engineering and offshore leadership team…
How do you effectively implement a safe and efficient management system that your team actually uses? One that makes sense on the rig and in the office? How do you get every team member to believe that working safely and…
Meet Ronnie Birse, a valued member of The Callen Group and a true coach at heart. With over 40 years in the oil and gas industry, Ronnie brings a calm, steady presence shaped by decades of operational leadership worldwide. For…
We’ve been proud to support our client in the Republic of the Congo since September 2024. We are currently coaching offshore leaders and supervisors on the practical application of the company’s behavior-based processes. Rooted in the client's core value of…
A True Culture of Safety starts with Everyone. At The Callen Group, we believe that safety isn’t just a checklist; it is a culture. One that lives not only on paper but in practice. Every day. At every level. Getting…
Happy Father’s Day from The Callen Group. Today, we honour the fathers, father figures, and mentors who lead with strength and unwavering dedication on the job and at home. At The Callen Group, our mission has always been clear: to…
At The Callen Group, there’s no greater validation than hearing directly from our clients, and this testimonial reminds us why we do what we do. Supporting the kickoff of a global Safety Leadership program was an incredible opportunity for our…
June is National Safety Month in the U.S. Led by the National Safety Council (NSC), this month-long initiative raises awareness around key safety and health risks at work, home, and in our communities. According to the NSC, transportation, falls, and…
The first day of the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) 2025 World Drilling Conference delivered exactly what makes these sessions so valuable: powerful insights and a chance to reconnect with familiar faces from across the industry. A big thank…
Meet Jason White, a coach whose passion goes beyond the rig. An avid reader, Jason seeks growth not just for himself, but for everyone around him. His easy-going, open-minded nature makes him approachable, while his quiet sense of humour brings…
After 20 years of working with clients involved in high-risk operations around the globe, Kris founded The Callen Group in April 2017 in order to focus solely on developing and promoting high-performing operational cultures that lead to safe and efficient operations.
He founded Performance Coaching International, served as president from 2005 – 2009, was Senior Vice President at The REACH Group from 2009 – 2017, and is a highly respected Senior Leadership and Safety Facilitator. In addition, he was highly involved in the mergers of Global Marine and SantaFe, Hercules, and TODCO as well as Talisman’s North Sea Operations transfer from Total. Kris remains on the cutting edge of advances in the area of behavioral safety, predominately in the Oil and Gas Sector.
Kris’ career has taken him to 90 countries training over 35,000 people. He has been intimately involved with the development and implementation of Behavioral Safety Processes with Enterprise Offshore, Orion Drilling, Hercules Offshore, as well as the former GlobalSantaFe which is now Transocean. In 2019 Kris authored the book “Commit to Safe and Efficient Operations” published by PennWell. This book outlines a clear roadmap for bringing many cultures together and simplifying the safety tools that are used day in and out.
Kris holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees from Belhaven University, Jackson Mississippi, in Accounting and in Business Administration. He is passionate about creating a performance culture where safety and efficiency go hand in hand. He currently divides his time between Lafayette, Louisiana, Tampa, Florida, and Houston, Texas, and has four grown sons: Braxton, Taylor, Joshua, and Noah.
