Women of Water Leadership Symposium

  • Women of Water Leadership Symposium

  • Voices United for Collective Action

    This year's focus highlights the vital role women play as collaborative and innovative leaders in the water industry. We will celebrate the strength of women’s networks and inclusive leadership that drives meaningful change. This event brings together professionals from across the water industry, creating a vibrant space for sharing ideas and cultivating relationships. Together, we can create sustainable solutions for emerging concerns and build a more resilient water future.
     
     
    Boise Women of Water Leadership Symposium
    April 14, 2026 | 12:00-5:00 PM | Boise State University
  • Registration
     
    Rates
    • PNCWA Members - $125 - Member number required for registration*
    • Non-Members - $150
    • Students - $20 (limited capacity, student ID required)
     
     
    This event fills up quickly! Register now to save your space and make sure you don't miss out on this inspiring event!
     
    *If you do not know your PNCWA member number, please check your WEF account first, then request assistance here.
  • Seattle Women of Water Leadership Symposium
     
    Wednesday, February 4, 2026
    Campion Ballroom
    Seattle University

  • Agenda

    11:30 - 12:45  Registration, Lunch, and Networking 
    12:45 - 1:00 Welcome Session Lara Kammereck, Carollo
    1:00 - 1:30 Trampoline Shoes: Resiliency & the Art of Bouncing Forward Candy Castellanos, Radiant Consulting
    1:30 - 2:00 Unleashing Individual Impact Through Community: Using collective action, shared resources, and connection to create significant positive change Shannon Ostendorf, Deschutes County Facilities
    2:00 - 2:30 Polling Hannah Thomascall, Spokane County
    2:30 - 2:50 Break 
    2:50 - 3:20 Innovating a novel activated carbon composite for targeted PFAS water treatment Dr. Jessica Ray, University of Washington
    3:20 - 3:50 Making Waves: Stories of Leadership in the Water Industry
    Panelists:
    • Juliana Andrade, Brown & Caldwell
    • Tara Wong Esteban, Seattle Public Utilities
    • Shelby Smith, HDR
    • Cody Nelson, Cascade Water Alliance
    • Michelle Perdue, Kitsap Public Works
    3:50 - 4:00 Closing Session Lara Kammereck
    4:00 - 5:00 Wine Reception, featuring Water From Wine 
  • Boise Women of Water Leadership Symposium
     
    Tuesday, April 14, 2026
    Stueckle Sky Center
    Boise State University 
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  • Agenda

    11:30 - 12:45 Registration, Lunch, and Networking  
    12:45 - 1:00 Welcome  
    1:00 - 1:30

    Water=Women's Progress: How Building A Company to Solve Period Poverty Required a Deep Dive into WASH 

    		 Cherie Hoeger, CEO and Co-Founder of  Saalt
    1:30- 2:00    
    2:00 - 2:30 Polling  
    2:30 - 2:50 Break  
    2:50 - 3:20

    Panel

    		  
    3:20 - 3:40 Panel  
    3:40 - 4:00 Closing Remarks  
    4:00 - 5:00 Reception  

     

  • Agenda Overview

    11:30 - 12:45 Registration, Lunch, and Networking
    12:45 - 1:00 Welcome
    1:00 - 1:30 Keynote: Cherie Hoeger, Saalt
    1:30 - 4:00 Presentations
    4:00 - 5:00 Wine Reception

     

    Full agenda coming soon!

  • Women of Water Leadership Symposium Registration

  • Cancellation Policy:

    • Full refund for cancellations made at least 20 days before the event
    • 50% refund for cancellations made 10-19 days before the event
    • No refund for cancellations made less than 10 days before the event.
    • Substitutions are welcome at no cost.
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