Member Appreciation
Celebrating the Water Professionals Who Make a Better World Through Better Water
Every day, AWWA members strengthen the water community through their expertise, dedication, and heart. This November, we’re celebrating you — the operators, engineers, students, utilities, service providers, and partners who make our mission possible.
Together, we’re building a stronger, safer, and more sustainable water future.
A Message from Susan Franceschi
Watch as Susan, AWWA’s Chief Growth and Strategy Officer, shares a heartfelt message of gratitude to our members and highlights the power of community that drives AWWA forward.
“After 20 years of working at AWWA, one thing is crystal clear to me the how important and committed you, the member, is to not only the association and your local section, but also the profession as a whole.” — Susan Franceschi, Chief Membership Officer
Global Impact: Voice from Ghana
AWWA’s reach extends around the world from local utilities to international partnerships. Hear from one of our members, Mawunyo Kwami Kofiloto from Ghana Water Company Limited about how AWWA membership and training are helping communities access safe, reliable water.
More Member Stories
See how AWWA members are making a difference every day.
Kara Cummington, Water Equation Scholar
Water Equation scholarships shaped Kara’s path to leadership, and helped her found the first AWWA Student Chapter in West Virginia. Your membership powers programs like Water Equation, helping fund scholarships, training, and workforce development.
Daniel Parish
Hear from Daniel as he shares how his work and involvement with AWWA have given him the opportunity to give back to the water community.
Ari Copeland
Ari shares what a typical day at Black & Veatch looks like and how his AWWA membership and leadership experience have shaped his career.
Tareq Bastawisy
Tareq first learned about the organization at the YP Summit, where he met others in the field and connected with the Minnesota AWWA Section.
A Message from Mary Svoboda
There’s no better way to celebrate Member Appreciation than with a slightly musical thank-you from Mary Svoboda, Senior Specialist, Membership Programs.
In this joyful video, Mary shares her gratitude for all the amazing AWWA members who make our community shine, especially the students and young professionals who bring such energy and passion to the future of water. Her spontaneous song and smile remind us of that AWWA is more than an association; it’s a water community united by purpose, progress, and a little fun along the way.
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