What Utility Directors and All Leaders Can Learn from Eddie Fontanin

What Utility Directors and All Leaders Can Learn from Eddie Fontanin

Brevard County, FL, Utility Services Director Eddie Fontanin shares lessons learned throughout his career, from time on the consulting side to becoming a public sector leader. Leading with clarity, honestly, and heart, he has developed a grounded perspective on what truly drives effective leadership.

The Growing Momentum of Collaborative Delivery: How Florida is Leading the Way

In this episode of Innovation Alley, Tim O'Rourke, CTO, hosts a panel in Manatee County, Florida, to explore the growing momentum behind collaborative delivery in public utility projects. The discussion features Chris Collins (Deputy Director of Utilities, Manatee County), Bob Bruner (Regional Manager, Archer Western), and Dennis Prevo (Collaborative Delivery Practice Lead, Wade Trim), each offering unique perspectives from the owner, contractor, and engineer sides.

Innovative Strategies for Population Growth in Hillsborough County, Florida

In this episode, Tim and Hillsborough County, Florida's Assistant County Administrator, George Cassady discuss innovative ways the County is responding to population growth and how the County keeps water safe and flowing in the aftermath of hurricanes.

New Regulatory Drivers and Emerging Technologies in PFAS Treatment

The water industry is never stagnant. New regulations continuously come about to meet new water issues. One significant area of concern that has gained attention in recent years is the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water. PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals," are a group of human-made chemicals that have been used in a wide variety of consumer products and industrial applications since the 1940s. In this episode of Innovation Alley, Dave White is joined by experts from Wade Trim and Aqua-Aerobics to discuss regulatory drivers and emerging technologies aimed at treating and destroying PFAS.

A Comparison of Innovative Regional Water Authorities

In this episode, we hear from two leaders of regional water authorities that serve different areas and populations in the United States. Suzanne Coffey, Chief Executive Officer of the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), and Diana Smillova,  Division Manager of Water/Wastewater Capital Programs of the City of St. Petersburg, Florida share their insights on how they collaborate with other stakeholders, plan for long-term sustainability, and leverage technology to improve efficiency and resilience.