80 Years of Water Shaping the Future Together

18/11/2025 44 min

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Episode Synopsis

Join us for a special episode celebrating 80 years of the Institute of Water. Katie sits down with Gabrielle Mandell, CEO of iWater, and Kara Sadler, National Chair, to explore the Institute’s remarkable journey, from its founding by Allen Bolton in 1945 as an all-male association, to today’s thriving, diverse community led by a female CEO.In this episode, we reflect on the past, tackle pressing challenges like the skills gap, and hear inspiring stories about women in water from Skewber Gill, the newly appointed Chair of the Women’s Network. Most importantly, we look ahead to the future: how iWater continues to support professionals, nurture talent, and shape an inclusive, innovative water sector for the next 80 years.Tune in to hear insights, stories, and a vision for the future of water, and discover why the Institute remains an essential hub for everyone in the industry.