Registration

Member: $60

Non-Member: $80

Keynote Speaker

  Kristen Atha to Inspire at the OAWWA Specialty Conference

 We are thrilled to announce Kristen Atha, Director of the City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities, as our keynote speaker for the upcoming OAWWA Specialty Conference! With over 30 years of experience in environmental engineering and municipal water and wastewater management, Kristen leads one of Ohio’s largest public utility departments, serving over 1.5 million residents. Under her leadership, the department is a cornerstone of safe, reliable water, wastewater, and power services for the City of Columbus and its suburban partners.

 Kristen’s dedication to the community and her innovative approach to sustainability and clean water advocacy have made her a respected leader in the industry. As a member of the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission’s Executive Committee, the Rapid 5 Board of Directors, and the National Association of Clean Water Agencies, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for environmental stewardship.

Join us to hear Kristen share her insights on the future of utilities, leadership, and the evolving role of technology in water management. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the foremost leaders in public utilities. Reserve your spot now and be inspired by Kristen’s vision for a sustainable future in water management!

Agenda

8:30am - 9:00am      Registration & Networking

9:00am - 9:45am      Keynote Speaker - Kristen Atha

9:45am - 10:30am    Strategic Asset Management at Del-Co Water - Glenn Marzluf

10:30am - 10:40am   BREAK

10:40am - 11:25am   Threat Mapping as an Approach to Phased Cyber Risk Reduction - David Brearley

11:25am - 12:10pm   Lorain Utilities Department's Asset Management Journey to Improved Performance and Reliability - Laith Alfaqih, Douglas Taylor, and James Hale

12:10pm - 12:50pm   LUNCH

12:50pm - 1:35pm    Making Maintenance Smarter - Ben Swain

1:35pm - 2:20pm      Applying AI and Advanced Analytics for Water Utilities - Kevin Slaven

2:20pm - 2:30pm       BREAK

2:30pm - 4:00pm       Condition Assessment Workshop - Kevin Campanella