People

CEO

Melissa has over 25 years of experience in water resources management, with an emphasis on alternative water supply development and research, workforce development and public engagement. Melissa previously served as the CEO of The Water Environment and Reuse Foundation and was instrumental in the merger of three critical water-related research foundations.  She also served as Executive Director of the South Florida Water Management District and Deputy Secretary of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

Strategic Director of Training and Demonstrations

Chad has over 15 years utility operations and management experience, including working his way up from operator, to manager of over 200 pump stations, to Superintendent of a water reclamation facility.  He also has extensive training experience focused not only on developing specific training programs to help operations staff pass their certifications, but also hone their skills to maximize advancement opportunities.