This fall, AMWA’s 2025 Executive Management Conference (EMC) will convene in Austin, a vibrant city known for its live music and water stewardship, offering a setting where innovation meets resilience. From October 27–29, the EMC will deliver programming tailored to meet the real-world priorities of utility executives, featuring in-depth sessions, peer-to-peer exchanges, and actionable strategies.
With early bird registration rates ending in two weeks, now’s the time to register!
Panel Spotlight: Building the Next Generation Water Workforce
Attracting and retaining skilled operational personnel, essential to ensuring reliable service, remains a top priority for the water workforce. In this session, Israel Custodio, Employee & Leadership Development Assistant Director, Austin Water, will be joined by Patricia Butler, Director of Organizational Development, Great Lakes Water Authority, to share strategies for implementing non-traditional recruitment pipelines to strengthen the workforce, ensure operational continuity, and cultivate a diverse bench of emerging talent. Attendees will take away replicable models that tap into local communities and prioritize long-term sustainability.
Austin Water Treatment Plant Site Visit and Wildlands Hike
AMWA invites attendees to glimpse into Austin’s water infrastructure and heritage by taking an optional Wednesday tour of the Ullrich Water Treatment Plant, a cornerstone of the city’s water system, followed by a guided hike through Austin Water’s protected wildlands, 49,000 acres preserved to safeguard water quality and biodiversity.
Bring a Guest
Make the most of your time in Austin by bringing a guest to join the experience! Guests can enjoy conference luncheons and evening receptions for free, so don’t miss this chance to share the EMC experience.
Register and Book Hotel Accommodations
Secure your spot today and save up to $200 before the August 1 early bird deadline.
Make your hotel reservation at the elegant Hyatt Regency Austin, the host hotel and center of activities, before AMWA’s housing block sells out.
Register Here