# mahesh (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mahesh. Page: Feed: --- ## [Leading a 1.2 Million-Person Water System: Vision, Culture, and Strategic Planning with Jeffrey Szabo](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/jeffrey-szabo-04RhDrDU) _2025-11-19 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Jeffrey Szabo, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Jeffrey Szabo, CEO of the Suffolk County Water Authority, to explore how strong leadership and strategic planning are transforming one of the largest water utilities in New York. Szabo shares his path from public administration into the water sector, emphasizing that a technical background isn’t a prerequisite for impactful leadership. His… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/b763f5d8-fa40-41d2-a6d7-c0b6ceb1e2ce/audio/d087675d-9862-436c-9fb5-7719ce0b544a/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Leading Two Utilities, One Vision: How Pieter Van Ry Rebuilt Trust, Talent, and Technology](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/pieter-van-ry-lBGF4L8D) _2025-11-05 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Pieter Van Ry, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ Over the course of this conversation, we dive into the journey and leadership philosophy of Pieter Van Ry, who leads both South Platte Renew and the City of Englewood’s water utility. Pieter shares how he transitioned from a consultant in stormwater management to a dual-role leader overseeing drinking water and wastewater services for over 300,000 people. His story is one of transformation—both… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/0bc78ba8-fe15-4719-9358-0c2330ca355e/audio/ca0454a1-eaee-4243-9cdd-352e4e7a3c28/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Turning Contamination into Innovation: The Cape Fear Story](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/ken-waldroup-KXzAmvEq) _2025-10-08 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Ken Waldrouf, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we speak with Ken Waldroup, Executive Director at Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA), about his career journey, the challenges of coastal utility management, and the proactive steps taken by his team to lead in water quality and infrastructure modernization. Ken brings a unique perspective as a nuclear engineer turned water utility leader, and we… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/d1ffc849-4b75-4101-a82b-9ee4bcdd4071/audio/e4b16b37-dea8-4ff0-9d52-45d2a31eeed9/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## ["Water Found Me" - with AWWA President Heather Collins](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/water-found-me-heather-collins-6KvsNSjJ) _2025-08-26 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Heather Collins, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Heather Collins, president of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and operations leader at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. We trace Heather’s path from engineering intern to managing water treatment for 19 million people, hearing how she was drawn into the water industry by chance and has stayed ever since.… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/8acc7056-7e67-4d7f-856e-91666cb3a27a/audio/fecfb2ca-e4e5-4382-a460-a87de24d2e41/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [How Cooperatives Offer a Future Business Model for Utilities- Del-Co Water's Success Story](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/glenn-marzluf-nxts874a) _2025-08-06 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Glenn Marzluf, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Glenn Marzluf, CEO and General Manager of Del-Co Water, to explore the growth, innovation, and strategic leadership shaping one of Ohio's fastest-growing water utilities. With roots in civil engineering and a unique journey through municipal roles in Florida and Ohio, Glenn shares how intentional career steps and a deep sense of purpose led… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/27518d9f-791d-43e7-8594-e5e392ace47b/audio/364221a3-9fd8-4e09-aabf-2cbec0d85aa6/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Farming, Methane, and Partnerships: The New Age of Wastewater with Matt Stouder](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/matt-stouder-sbpnBjLg) _2025-07-01 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Matt Stouder, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Matt Stouder, Executive Officer of the Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission (MWMC) in Oregon, to explore how his leadership is driving operational resilience, environmental stewardship, and innovative thinking in wastewater management. We begin by learning how Matt’s rural upbringing and early exposure to water chemistry inspired a… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/9959e33e-94dd-4938-9677-9d0eb2a71438/audio/dfc5e1ea-2966-49f6-9b8f-569c6ebeb504/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [The Mid-Major Powerhouse of Wastewater Innovation - FRWRD's Eric Johnson](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/eric-johnson-nTqcSjb0) _2025-05-28 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Eric Johnson, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Eric Johnson, Executive Director of the Fox River Water Reclamation District (FRWRD), to unpack a unique leadership journey and explore a forward-thinking approach to water management. Eric’s path to running a regional wastewater agency is anything but conventional. Starting in public service at age 19 while in college, he transitioned from… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/26d04296-bb18-4851-84cb-bf35e6b17d76/audio/5bbce1de-901a-4408-9723-3625a0ab9a7f/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [How a Small District in Colorado is Leading The West in Water Innovation](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/andrea-cole-ew2dF6Yy) _2025-05-01 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Andrea Cole, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Andrea Cole, General Manager of Dominion Water & Sanitation District in Colorado. With a background in engineering and law, Andrea brings a multidimensional perspective to leading water, wastewater, and stormwater efforts in the fast-growing Sterling Ranch community. We begin by exploring her journey from a small town in Wyoming, where an… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/29a964a4-4d35-4d56-91c6-bb6f9d68bbf7/audio/ae35847f-d0ae-42a4-973a-73840214736b/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Las Vegas'' Water Secret: How Southern Nevada Water Authority Manages Extreme Scarcity](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/las-vegas-eVNjdOTJ) _2025-04-02 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Mahesh Lunani, John J. Enstminger) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with John J. Entsminger, General Manager of the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and the Las Vegas Valley Water District. John oversees the water supply for 2.5 million residents and 40 million visitors annually in one of the most water-stressed regions of the United States. He shares his journey from environmental law to leading a major… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/dba0f08c-94f6-4339-8832-9d2383757525/audio/7fd6640e-3135-456d-ab49-50f2fa367c0b/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Fort Wayne Water Systems: Matthew Wirtz Discusses Infrastructure, Technology, and Sustainability](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/matthew-wirtz-fort-wayne-indiana-Z3qFPzQF) _2025-03-05 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Mahesh Lunani, Matthew Wirtz) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , we sit down with Matthew Wirtz, Deputy Director and Chief Engineer at Fort Wayne City Utilities. With over 25 years of experience, Matt has played a crucial role in shaping the city’s water infrastructure, addressing challenges like flood prevention, stormwater management, and sustainability. Coming from a farming background, Matt’s early exposure to water… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/d36efcd0-2a94-4704-befb-b9983f99db59/audio/b8da5972-e652-484b-b77e-cef4fafafa1f/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oTxMrkVT3Ozj) _2025-03-05 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [How New Orleans Is Building Resilient Water Systems for the 21st Century](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/new-orleans-H4HaiZC0) _2025-02-04 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Ghassan Korban, mahesh lunani) · 21st Century Water_ This episode of 21st Century Water features a dynamic conversation with Ghassan Korban, Executive Director of the Sewage & Water Board of New Orleans. Korban shares insights from his six-year tenure, focusing on the challenges and transformative solutions for New Orleans’ water infrastructure, a system vital to a city below sea level. The episode dives into the critical steps taken to modernize… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/18565df7-e3e4-4b96-87ef-95278e2041ea/audio/4b6df6bd-8a9d-4d19-891f-c64a17ba36f4/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT) ## [Transforming Pittsburgh Water: Will Pickering’s Vision for the Future](https://21stcenturywater.simplecast.com/episodes/transforming-pittsburgh-water-1iW39vcM) _2024-11-26 · jag@jagindetroit.com (Will Pickering, Mahesh Lunani) · 21st Century Water_ In this episode of 21st Century Water , Mahesh Lunani speaks with Will Pickering, CEO of Pittsburgh Water, about the transformative changes he has overseen in Pittsburgh's water infrastructure. Pickering shares his unconventional journey into utility leadership, tracing his career from public policy roles in Washington, D.C., to heading a water utility that was in dire need of reform when he… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/dc8e610e-be1b-437d-8a6a-cb0d156d8228/episodes/dd702492-9887-43ea-9023-4ea63e4b429f/audio/3f10fcd1-1411-4053-9e19-d7e5f65637e6/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=bYeABFgT)