Announcing our 2022 Texas Water Leaders

Being a leader in Texas water has never been more challenging. Beyond technical expertise, it requires effective communication, complex networks, and a deep understanding of the big picture.

In 2020, Texas Water Foundation launched the first statewide leadership program for rising leaders in the water sector. Texas Water Leaders is an annual cohort-based leadership program that provides water professionals with the tools, training, and opportunities to become transformative leaders.

Since launching the program, we have graduated 40 Texas Water Leaders. Today, we are honored to share with you our 2022 class.

Amber Beard, Schertz/Seguin Local Government Corporation

Bardia Heidari Haratmeh, Texas A&M AgriLife Research

Blaire Parker, San Antonio Water System

Brooke McGregor, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Chelsea Hawkins, Canyon Lake Water

Christa Lopez-Reynolds, Trinity River Authority

Colin McDonald, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Justin Ring, Odyssey Engineering Group

Josh Sendejar, Texas Water Development Board

Kendal Kowal, Texas Water Development Board

Laura Martin, Gonzales County Underground Water Conservation District

Lissa Gregg, Freese and Nichols