Kishia L. Powell

Kishia Powell is a dynamic force in the global water sector with nearly 30 years of experience in both the public and private sectors across the US and London. She leads a team of 1800 + employees strong and manages the day-to-day operations of the largest water utility in MD – the 8th largest in the country – and ensures water and water resource recovery services are safely provided to 1.9 million customers throughout a 1,000-square-mile service area. WSSC Water has a combined operating and capital budget of $1.8 billion, and a six-year capital program of 4.8 billion.

 

Ms. Powell served on President Biden’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council’s Subcommittee for Expanding Workforce Development. She currently serves on the board of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies, (formerly as President), representing over 400 clean water agencies across the country; the Water Research Foundation’s Board of Directors; and the Baltimore Water Task Force. She is widely recognized as one of the water sector’s most influential leaders, earning numerous national honors for her vision, innovation and commitment to public service.