Brandi Sheely
Brandi (Andrews) Sheely is a seasoned technical leader with nearly 12 years of experience in the energy and lubricants industry. She currently serves as a US Regional Technical Team Lead at Shell, where she leads a cross-sector technical team supporting customers across a wide range of industrial and transportation applications. Known for her strong problem-solving skills and customer-focused mindset, Brandi plays a key role in delivering high-performance lubricant solutions backed by data, innovation, and technical excellence. Throughout her career at Shell, Brandi has progressed through roles including Senior Technical Advisor and Business Development Advisor, building deep expertise in lubricants, greases, and field-based technical application support. Her background also includes experience as a Sales Engineer at ExxonMobil, where she strengthened her ability to bridge technical knowledge with commercial strategy. Brandi is recognized for her ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical, value-driven solutions for both customers and stakeholders. Brandi holds a degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from Oklahoma State University, where she was a D1 All American and involved in a range of leadership organizations and councils. She is passionate about continuous improvement, mentorship, and increasing visibility for women in STEM and male-dominated industries. Through her leadership at Shell, she remains committed to driving innovation, collaboration, and sustainable progress across the energy sector.
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What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to resilience, adaptability, and a strong commitment to people-first leadership. Over the past several years, my team and I have navigated significant post-COVID changes—including reorganizations, reduced team size, technological shifts, and supply disruptions—while continuing to deliver for our customers and uphold our legacy values. I’m especially proud of balancing leadership with motherhood and guiding my team through change by building trust, embracing innovation, and always striving to leave every situation better than we found it.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would encourage young women to lean on the wisdom of others and seek out mentors and sponsors who can help guide them as they learn the industry. You don’t have to go it alone—leveraging the experience of those around you can accelerate your growth and help you navigate challenges more effectively. Prioritizing mentorship, building a strong support network, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance are key to long-term success, because even the most independent careers are built with the support of others.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are faith, family, service, and balance. As a mother of two, my family and church community are central to my life, and I’m actively involved in youth ministry. I also value staying active—exploring, running, and prioritizing health—because it helps me show up fully and with purpose in both my work and personal life.