John Chamberlain, Executive Director and Mindy Voag
Executive Assistant

ESC is managed by Executive Director John Chamberlain.  John retired from Shell Oil in 2006 as Director of Corporate Security.  John has over 30 years experience in the oil and gas industry and also has an extensive background in law enforcement.  John currently serves as the Assistant Chief for the Reserve Division of Precinct 4 Constables office.

ESC Mission Statement

"Protecting the energy industry from emerging threats through a unique public private partnership of operating companies, law enforcement, academia, and security industry partners.”

Who We Are & What We Do

ESC has been a leader in energy security education and networking since 1982.  We have members from across the United States with heaviest member concentration along the Gulf Coast area.

The purpose of ESC, a non-profit international professional, networking organization composed of Corporate, Company, Individual and Law Enforcement members representing the energy sector, is to:

• develop opportunities for a meaningful exchange of ideas, information and best practices on energy security.
• create and enhance international/national networking capabilities on security within the energy sector and key partners.
• identify key security issues affecting the energy industry and share innovative and proven best practices.
• enhance the safety, security and business operations of its members, companies, corporations and their associates.

ESC prepares its membership for the new opportunities created by the globalization of the world economy by conducting quarterly meetings and annual conferences for the improvement and education of its members and to enhance business acumen. 

ESC collaborates with various intelligence services, governmental agencies, academic institutions, international associations and law enforcement agencies in order to provide a diverse and complete review of global, regional and local issues.