Episode 4_Cheryl Porter

Cheryl Porter, Chief Operating Officer for Water and Field Services at the Great Lakes Water Authority, shared her journey into the water industry and her involvement with the American Water Works Association (AWWA). She discussed the challenges of shift work in operations, the importance of community connection, and the need for continuous personal and professional growth. Porter highlighted the collaborative and supportive nature of the water sector, as well as the efforts to engage and inspire the next generation of water professionals. She emphasized the critical role of the water industry in providing safe and reliable water to communities and the need to address future challenges, such as water scarcity and resilience, through innovation and creativity.