Women continue to be underrepresented in leadership positions, especially in technically oriented industries such as the pipeline industry. Structural barriers, unconscious biases, and limited networking opportunities hinder their advancement. A promising approach to promoting women's careers is mentoring by male leaders, as they can integrate women into professional networks and dismantle structural barriers.

This article analyzes strategies for the successful integration of male mentors, highlights best practices, and shows how companies like OGE specifically empower women with programs such as the OGE Women's Network and EmpowerGirl. Additionally, successful mentoring initiatives such as the Cross Mentoring Program and the MentorMe Program, which prepare women specifically for leadership roles, are presented.

Keywords: Women in leadership, mentoring, men as mentors, gender equality, pipeline industry, career promotion