Our Approach
This belief defines our approach: “Consistency doesn’t come from control; it comes from commitment.” #SafeandEfficient #Consistency #TheCallenGroup #Commitment
Our Vision
The Callen Group brings deep experience, genuine empathy, and real-world expertise working shoulder to shoulder with crews on the job. Our Vision is simple: Help teams bring Safe and Efficient Operations to life consistently. #SafeandEfficient #TheCallenGroup #OurVision #TeamCallen
Why We Do What We Do
The Callen Group began with Kris S. Callen's realization that systems don’t create safety—people do. After decades on rigs and in boardrooms, he saw the missing link: belief. That discovery fuels our passion—helping companies achieve safe, efficient operations consistently. Today,…
We’re at the IADC Brazil Chapter, Coquetel De Networking OTC 2025!
We’re at the IADC Brazil Chapter, Coquetel De Networking OTC 2025! Our President, Kris S. Callen, and Brazil Operations Manager, Ronnie Birse, are attending the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) and Coquetel De Networking Event, October 28th in Rio. They are…
How do I achieve Safe and Efficient Operations Consistently?
“How do I get my team to deliver safe and efficient operations, every single day?”It’s a question many leaders ask, and the answer isn’t found in luck, slogans, or the latest initiative. It’s built on belief, shaped by behavior, and…
Choosing to Commit To Safety Even when It’s Hard/Slow/Inconvenient
Everyone says they’re committed to safety, until the schedule slips or the budget gets tight. That’s when the real test begins. Do we still choose the safe and efficient way when it’s harder, slower, or less convenient? At The Callen…
What is Your Biggest Challenge with the JSA?
What if your safety system is doing the opposite of what it was designed to do? In an offshore workshop, we asked: What's your biggest challenge with the Job Safety Analysis (JSA)?. The top answers: 1. Too much paperwork 2.…
Unsafe Condition or Unsafe Act?
Is a power cord stretched across a walkway an unsafe condition or an unsafe behaviour? At first glance, it feels like a condition. After all, the cord itself creates the risk. But what if we asked a different question: Who…
The World Is In Good Hands – IADC UL Lafayette Student Chapter
Thank you to the IADC UL Lafayette Student Chapter for the warm welcome and great engagement. Your curiosity, teamwork, and insight were impressive — the future of our industry is secure with young leaders like you. Keep focusing on safety,…
What does it really mean to take your team to new heights?
What does it really mean to take your team to new heights? Sometimes, it’s not just about the view... We recently delivered a Safety Leadership Workshop for a global drilling contractor in Busan, South Korea — hosted on the 42nd…