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Unlock government-funded leadership excellence

Unlock government-funded leadership excellence with CAVU’s CMI-registered programme, anchored by our flagship Leadership PRO online course. February–March 2026 delivery—complete by end of March to align with funding windows (subject to eligibility and approval).

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CAVU’s Terry Barrett Speaking at the Oil & Gas Safety, Health & Environmental 2025 UTA Conference

CAVU International’s Vice President of Business Development, Terry Barrett, will take the stage at the Oil & Gas Safety, Health & Environmental 2025 Conference to share a powerful case study on what happens when Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles are truly embedded in day-to-day field work.

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Redefining Well Control Training for Today’s Energy Industry

Is traditional well control training enough to prepare today’s crews for tomorrow’s challenges?

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Elevating the Standard: David Hazell’s Talk on Simulation and CRM Draws Strong Response at IADC Well Control Conference

Hazell—a former Royal Air Force squadron commander and Top Gun instructor—shared personal stories from his military aviation career, including a near-death ejection that underscored the life-saving power of simulation-based training. He connected those lessons to the drilling environment, where high pressure, split-second decision-making, and teamwork are just as critical.

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How One Offshore Team Took Action Against Life-Altering Injuries — And What Happened Next

CAVU partnered with an offshore client to eliminate life-altering injuries by transforming how teams communicate before, during, and after high-risk work. Through coaching, trust-building, and a focus on Life Saving Rules and Actions, we helped crews identify and mitigate serious hazards in real time.

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Why Emotional Intelligence is the Superpower Every Leader Needs

Leaders who cultivate emotional intelligence are better at coaching, resolving conflict, managing stress, and creating engaged, high-performing teams.

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CAVU Expands Leadership Pro Course to College Students

CAVU partners with Lamar University

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Welcoming Our Newest CAVU Coaches: A Legacy of Leadership

These six coaches embody the spirit of CAVU, bringing their unique backgrounds and expertise to help organizations achieve operational excellence, improve team dynamics, and drive lasting cultural change. Their commitment to fostering growth and resilience is what sets CAVU apart.

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Kicking Off ExxonMobil Cepu Limited's BUIC Drilling Campaign with a Perfect Start Workshop

The workshop, facilitated by experienced CAVU coaches, served as a vital platform to set clear expectations for the upcoming campaign while emphasizing the paramount importance of safety in all operations.

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New Process Safety Mini Course Available on Leadership Pro

In this Mini-Course, you will explore the fundamentals of Process Safety, learn about key elements of the OSHA Process Safety Management Standard, understand the importance of developing a Process Safety culture, and delve into risk management techniques such as Bow-Tie Analysis and Operational Risk Management.

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Law Enforcement Excellence: Transformative Leadership Training

We recognize the immense demands and expectations placed on police agencies worldwide. CAVU brings profound leadership and operational experience, addressing the exact challenges leaders face, and delivering immediate, lasting performance enhancements for stronger agencies and safer communities.

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RelyOn Nutec / CAVU Human Performance Instructor Lunch and learn

RelyOn and CAVU are hosting a virtual lunch and learn to present CAVU's newest offering, the Human Performance Instructor course

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Making The Perfect Day Repeatable – Safety Is The Natural Result

How focusing on safety leads to a significant ROI in project performance

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Coach Q&A with Farris Foresman

An interview with CAVU Coach, Farris Foresman

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Leadership During COVID-19

How will your team take advantage of a crisis?

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Leadership During COVID-19: Double Down on Training

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Back to the Basics

How the "blocking and tackling" is critical to the overall mission success

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Well Control During COVID-19 and Beyond

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Getting Back to Normal Operations

How Continuous Improvement can help individuals and organizations move closer to Perfection

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Learn, Lead and Mentor

How a former US Cyber Command Force Master Chief mentors younger teams

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Leadership = Revenue

How investing in leadership training leads to more resilient organizations.

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Leading from Lockdown: Finding Balance in a Virtual Landscape

Maximizing leadership effectiveness when working remotely.

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Are you able to stay relevant? Why you should care about training your team

How training is not a step to complete, but an ongoing process of reinforcing positive behaviors and mindset

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Building Safer, Stronger Well Operations Teams Through Well Operations CRM
March 11, 2026

CAVU recently supported a five-day workshop focused on Safety, Wells Operations Crew Resource Management (WOCRM), Simulations, and Roundtables—bringing together an international group of participants from Mexico, Turkey, Iraq, Colombia, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Pakistan.

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In-Person Leadership Workshops for High-Consequence Teams
March 3, 2026

CAVU delivers tailored, in-person seminars, workshops, and roundtables built for the realities of high-consequence work. This isn’t motivational speaking or generic leadership theory. It’s hands-on, practical training led by coaches with experience in demanding environments—so your leaders leave with tools they’ll actually use.

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David Hazell Represents CAVU on Smart Safety Panel at IADC Drilling Caspian & Black Sea Conference
February 17, 2026

CAVU was proud to be represented at the 2026 IADC Drilling Caspian & Black Sea Conference, held 4–5 February in Baku, where industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of drilling safety, technology, and operational performance across the region.

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CAVU Signs Multi-Year Contract with Shell to SupportAssist & Assure Leadership Coaching
February 12, 2026

CAVU, The RelyOn Leadership Academy, has signed a multi-year contract with Shell to provide leadership and coaching support within its Assist & Assure (A&A) program.

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WEBINAR: Leadership Under Pressure - Building Calm, Connected, High-Performing Teams
February 10, 2026

In this webinar, CAVU CEO Dave Burnham—retired Navy Commander and longtime leader in high-risk operations—will break down what actually separates teams that contain problems from teams that watch them escalate.

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Unlock government-funded leadership excellence
January 26, 2026

Unlock government-funded leadership excellence with CAVU’s CMI-registered programme, anchored by our flagship Leadership PRO online course. February–March 2026 delivery—complete by end of March to align with funding windows (subject to eligibility and approval).

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Introducing Executive Presence by Leadership PRO
January 7, 2026

Introducing Executive Presence—our next-level leadership course built for senior leaders and executives. Get a preview of who it’s for, what you’ll walk away with, and the full course outline.

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CAVU Honored with Pocketalk’s “Leadership in Language Award”
December 16, 2025

CAVU International has been named the 2025 honoree of Pocketalk’s new “Leadership in Language Award,” recognizing our exclusive partnership to embed real-time translation into leadership and safety training worldwide.

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CAVU International and PT Samson Tiara Join Forces with ExxonMobil Indonesia Wells Team for Groundbreaking Human Performance Safety Leadership Program
December 14, 2023

CAVU announces a strategic partnership with PT Samson Tiara, in collaboration with ExxonMobil Cepu Limited (EMCL) Indonesia Wells Team. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of safety excellence, leveraging CAVU's expertise in Human Performance and Safety Leadership Coaching.

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Empowering Veterans Through the Healing Power of the Sea
December 12, 2023

CAVU International proudly sponsors The SUP Veterans, an exceptional organization dedicated to providing life-changing experiences for veterans through ocean-centric activities. This year, we sponsored CAVU Coach Bret Roy.

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Pitching Potential: CAVU's Dell Bull Highlights Human Performance in Technical Spaces at EILU
December 4, 2023

CAVU's Executive VP of Business Development, Dell Bull, took to the stage at the Entrepreneurship Institute at Lamar University (EILU), to share insights into the critical role of human performance in technical workspaces. The institute, known for fostering innovation and business acumen, invited Bull to shed light on CAVU's unique approach and the importance of harnessing human potential for organizational success.

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Empowering Wind Industry Leaders: CAVU's Success in Tailored Leadership Workshop
November 14, 2023

CAVU recently concluded a highly successful three-day leadership workshop with a prominent player in the wind industry.

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CAVU Forms Exclusive Partnership with Pocketalk for Translation Solutions
November 1, 2023

Revolutionary Translation Solutions Empower Leaders to Create Safer Workplaces Through Enhanced Communication

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Unleash the Power of High-Reliability Leadership. Join Us for an Exclusive Lunch & Learn
October 31, 2023

Join us in Stavanger on 14 November and learn how CAVU International transforms businesses by optimizing performance and eliminating risk. Through real-life case studies, witness the tangible impact of CAVU's approach on organizations across industries.

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CAVU International and Rossi Companies Forge Transformative Partnership
October 4, 2023

CAVU International and Rossi Companies Forge Transformative Partnership for Enhanced Safety and Operational Excellence in the Construction Industry

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Elevating Safety and Performance: CAVU Teams Up with Elsa Energy in Malaysia
October 3, 2023

CAVU and Elsa Energy came together at the Aberdeen Drilling International (ADI) training center in Kuala Lumpur for an immersive learning session.

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