Thank you for purchasing the 117th Annual & Emerging Leader videos. Below is a link to each of the videos which you can access at any time. If you have any issues with accessing, please contact Diane Meyer at diane@wwema.org.
Click on each image for link to each presentation or Click Here for link to full playlist:
Navigating the Future: Water Reuse, Data Centers, and the Digital Frontier
Mr. Pigott’s keynote teases out a number of topics in our conference agenda. Water reuse is a key issue for a number of our members and also in addressing the rise of the building data centers and other AI related facilities as well as cybersecurity. – Presented by Bruno Pigott, Executive Director, WateReuse Association
Economic Outlook for the Water and Wastewater Sectors
The water sector is still experiencing growth, but with so many uncertainties and potential challenges to federal funding and state resources, the need to understand the key economic indicators – including GDP trends, inflation, labor market dynamics, tariffs and other inputs – is increasing. Mr. Decker offers insights into where the market is headed and assess the outlook for sustained growth to help our members make decisions. – Presented by Thomas Decker, Owner, Thomas E. Decker Consulting, LLC
Navigating Uncertainty through the Power of Collaborative Project Delivery
Ms. Martin provides an overview of collaborative project delivery and the role it plays in advancing innovation, navigating uncertainty, and managing risk. Presented by the Water Collaborative Delivery Association (WCDA), this interactive presentation also provides an overview of WCDA, discuss the role of equipment manufacturers in collaborative delivery and the challenges they experience, and explore research areas of mutual interest that help our sector advance better projects, together. – Presented by Barbara Martin, Executive Director, Water Collaborative Delivery Association
What Are the Key Issues Impacting WWEMA Members: A Discussion with CEOs Members
Panel discussion with CEOs of member companies and the key issues affecting their businesses – Moderator: Claudio Ternieden, Executive Director, WWEMA; Panelists: Henk-Jan van Ettekoven, President, HUBER Technology Inc.; Jay Conroy, President, Hydro-Dyne Engineering, Inc.; Kelley Dendel, President, Prime Solution Inc.; Mark Turpin, President, Duperon Corporation
Cybersecurity and Getting Left of Boom in the Water Sector
The water industry is largely unregulated when it comes to cybersecurity frameworks. How do we balance what is reasonable with what is prudent and prevents a company from a cybersecurity breach? Attendees will gain knowledge of other critical infrastructure frameworks and best practices in the industry. – Presented by Cheri Caddy, former Deputy Assistant National Cyber Director for Technology and Research at the White House, and Senior Technical Advisor for Cybersecurity at the Department of Energy
Balancing Risk and Readiness: Cybersecurity Strategies for the Water Industry
Cyber threats to U.S. critical infrastructure are increasing, emphasizing the need for stronger prevention and resilience measures rather than costly post-incident recovery. This session explores how the National Strategy for Cyber-Informed Engineering is advancing security-by-design in water systems and control technologies through practical resources and implementation efforts. – Presented by Chris Haigh, CEO, Meerkat Cyber
Water Funding and What Is Happening in Washington, DC – A “Crystal Ball” for WWEMA Members
This presentation updates and informs our members on the regulatory and legislative activities in Washington, DC that impact WWEMA members. Mr. Andes discusses WWEMA activities with regulatory agencies and provides an overview of where funding for water and wastewater projects currently stands. – Presented by Fred Andes, Esq., Partner, Barnes & Thornburg, LLP
Where Do Tariffs Fit – Or Don’t – State of Tariffs
WWEMA has been tracking tariffs and their evolution. This presentation provides an overview of the latest developments and trends in tariffs policies, international trade, regulations and strategies to navigate this uncertain area impacting businesses across the United States and abroad. – Presented by Luis F. Arandia, Jr., Partner, Barnes & Thornburg, LLP
BABA – Still Here – And Not Going Anywhere – What Are the Key Things to Watch
Panel discussion with WWEMA members on BABA – Moderated by Tom McCurdy, Director of Environmental Sales, Aerzen USA; Panelists: Lee Ann Hellums, Vice Chair, WWEMA Legislative/Regulatory Committee; Application/Projects Engineering Manager, Atlas Copco Compressors; Matt Corbo, Director of Sales, Harold Beck & Sons; Benjamin Madison, BABA Compliance, Grundfos
