Shifting Currents in Leadership: US Water Utility Executive Demographics, Education, and Career Paths
Key Takeaways Top executive leaders influence the overall operation and performance of the utilities they lead. Breaking down utility leadership by demographics, education, and career path presents a detailed description of the individuals in these roles; it also indicates industry trends and points out areas of concern as well as progress. The water industry can invest in its future by committing to career development for future utility leaders that cultivates essential skills and provides a broad range of opportunities.
Authors
- Manuel P. Teodoro (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1711-857X)
- Natalie L. Smith
- X.F. Hopp
Publication Details
- Journal
- American Water Works Association
- Published
- 2026-09-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/awwa.70138
- Primary Topic
- Water-Energy-Food Nexus Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00