This special episode was recorded live at WATERCON 2025, the Illinois Section American Water Works Association annual conference.  We talked with seven guests from the Illinois water industry, discussing their perspective on challenges and opportunities they see in the water sector. A new episode drops every 1st Tuesday of the month!Don&apos;t forget to follow us and leave a review.For more information visit baxterwoodman.com Produced by Baxter &amp; Woodman, 2025

Randy Lusk: MESimpson Vice President of Innovations & Solutions

Orlando Velasquez: Village of Oak Park, Senior Pumping Station Operator

Ryan Rivard: Village of Schaumburg, Utilities Superintendent

Adam Nutt: IEPA, IEPA Lead and Copper Coordinator

Carolyn Grieves: Baxter & Woodman,	Vice President of Business Development

B&W Insights: LIVE FROM WATERCON 2025- A Discussion with Heather Collins

The Baxter &amp; Woodman Insights Podcast is brought to you by Baxter &amp; Woodman, a forward-thinking civil engineering firm committed to shaping resilient and sustainable communities. In each episode, we dive deep into key aspects of infrastructure, design, and construction, showcasing innovative solutions that address today’s most pressing challenges. Our expert guests discuss topics ranging from water resources and stormwater management to cutting-edge engineering technologies, all with the goal of enhancing community value and improving quality of life.&nbsp;Learn more at baxterwoodman.com.This has been a Baxter &amp; Woodman production, 2025&nbsp;