Pasadena Hosts Water Agency Meeting, Spotlighting Women Leaders

The Association of California Water Agencies held its Region 8 meeting at Brookside Golf Club in Pasadena last month. The event, titled “Leadership in Times of Climate Uncertainty,” was co-hosted by Women in Water San Gabriel Valley Region.

Stacie Takeguchi, Chief Assistant General Manager of Water and Power for Pasadena Water and Power, participated in a panel of women leaders in the water industry. The discussion covered a range of topics crucial to California’s water future.

Panelists shared their paths to leadership, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities for women in the water sector. They explored strategies for regional collaboration, emphasizing the importance of working together to address shared water management issues.

A key focus of the panel was managing agencies to ensure a resilient water supply, a critical concern in California’s changing climate. Leaders discussed approaches to maintaining reliable water sources amid increasing environmental uncertainties.

The event, centered on “Leadership in Times of Climate Uncertainty,” provided a platform for addressing important issues facing the industry. Discussions ranged from panelists’ paths to leadership and regional collaboration to strategies for managing agencies to ensure a resilient water supply.

Pasadena Water and Power’s involvement in the panel demonstrates the agency’s engagement in regional water management discussions. The participation of Chief Assistant General Manager Takeguchi highlights the utility’s representation in industry leadership forums.

As water agencies in California address ongoing challenges, events like this Association of California Water Agencies Region 8 meeting facilitate knowledge sharing among industry professionals. The focus on women leaders in the field reflects the diverse perspectives contributing to water management solutions.