the resource
magazine for SUEZ in North America
looking towards
our future
1ST QUARTER 2016
table of contents
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CEO message
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employee spotlight
02
one on one with Eric Gernath
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employees on the move
06
SUEZ managers gather in Houston
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educational achievements
08
employee excellence is made crystal clear
20
industry awards & recognition
12
SUEZ signs 10-year deal with Putnam, CT
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industry papers & presentations
14
health and safety honor roll
CEO message
Eric Gernath
CEO SUEZ North America
envisioning our success
What does a successful business look like to you? One that’s
profitable? One with steep revenue growth? One that can add
new customers?
In my mind, those are all characteristics of a successful business.
But the capacity to grow is not possible unless the business is also
able to operate efficiently and collaboratively. That’s why we have
identified the ability to grow, to collaborate and to optimize as the
building blocks of our new medium-term strategy, Vision 2020.
Some of our growth will come by adding familiar municipal
partnerships. For example, Putnam, CT, recently hired us to
manage and operate the township’s water and wastewater
system for the next 10 years. In signing SUEZ, Putnam cited our
track record for efficiency, responsiveness and safety. However,
I expect more of our growth will come by providing collaborative
and innovative solutions to complex environmental problems as
illustrated in our award recognition on pages 8-11.
We are well-positioned for such growth. Externally, our unified
SUEZ brand is trusted globally and has become a familiar name
in any serious discussions about environmental management,
such as waste-to-energy and industrial water treatment projects.
Internally, our business segments, guided by the Vision 2020 plan
and supported by our new senior vice president & CIO, Michael
Salas and Gary Albertson, senior vice president, engineering &
technical services, will soon have better tools than ever before to
collaborate with each other and with third-party providers.
So, what does a successful business look like to me? One that has
the will, the means and the vision to take on the next challenges
facing its clients. It looks like SUEZ.
Eric Gernath
CEO
SUEZ North America
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one on one
one on one
with Eric
Gernath
RESOURCE Magazine sat down with Eric Gernath, chief
executive officer of SUEZ North America, to discuss
the company’s strategic growth plans. Eric had just
participated in the 2016 SUEZ Managers Conference, his
first managers’ meeting since taking the helm as CEO.
Eric joined the SUEZ group in 1991, most recently leading
SUEZ operations in Australia and New Zealand.
Eric Gernath, CEO SUEZ North America, addresses employees at the 2016 Managers Conference in Houston, TX.
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“With SUEZ, I am struck by the degree to which teams are engaged and dedicated,
even as our goals shift over time.”
RM: So, here in Houston you’ve had a moment to take stock in
RM: When you met with managers you outlined a medium-
your first five months as CEO of SUEZ in North America. What are
term plan, called Vision 2020. Does that vision take into
your impressions?
account the very serious problems you just described?
EG: Well, I suppose a lot has changed since I left the US to head
EG: Very much so. What I envision is a SUEZ that can offer
Down Under. The market has consolidated, regulations have
cost-effective and innovative solutions to our customers so
increased, resources are becoming scarcer, and there is finally
they can meet these challenges. If we are to do this, we need
growing recognition that crumbling infrastructure can no longer
to grow, we need to collaborate more, and we need to optimize
be ignored. Each represents a sea change in how all stakeholders
all our efforts.
approach water and wastewater. With SUEZ, I am struck by the
degree to which teams are engaged and dedicated, even as our
goals shift over time. That engagement is key because we have lots
of changes yet to come.
Let me break that down. First, in terms of growth, we need to
improve our current portfolio by working more efficiently and
by helping our customers do the same. So, for example, we
can do things better, faster and more efficiently by switching
to a digital work-order management system.
RM: What sort of changes?
EG: The most obvious one, I suppose, is our integration as a single,
Second, growth also requires our Environmental Services
powerful brand. It was one thing to change logos and announce to
and Treatment Solutions businesses to expand their market
the world that we will be operating as a unified company. It’s quite
share. Our success in expanding our market share will come
another to actually engage the market as a unified company. As a
when we really understand the needs of our customers and
unified company we can better offer unified solutions. And these
the solutions we can provide for them. It’s a customer-centric
are solutions to problems—significant problems—that we all face
approach that looks first at what needs they have. Then, we
right now.
design that solution for them, rather than having them adjust
to fit our proposed solution. We’re doing this, for example,
RM: For example?
with Sasol, in Lake Charles, LA, which recently commissioned
SUEZ to design and supply raw water and wastewater
EG: For example, the strain on the environment. It’s no secret that
treatment systems for its new $8.1 billion ethane cracker and
resources—particularly water—are becoming more scarce. The
derivatives complex.
climate is changing. Larger and more densely populated urban
centers are overwhelming water distribution and wastewater
Third, growth will come in the form of new market sectors,
treatment. More pollutants are finding their way into drinking water
such as large waste-to-energy projects, and innovative
sources, and more regulations are being enacted to safeguard
that water. The situation in Flint is drawing more awareness to
the challenges. And while the disastrous situation in Michigan has
projects such as all of what we can do around “smart city”
offerings.
come about because of recent, poor political decisions, the lack of
investment in infrastructure is a longer-term problem that requires
longer-term solutions.
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RM: That’s growth. How about collaboration and optimization?
EG: In terms of collaboration and optimization, we must be
RM: Any other smart technology that SUEZ has, or will,
deploy?
diligent to work across different business divisions at SUEZ to
EG: There are a number of them, including customer
produce the best solutions for our clients. To help us do that, we
management technology, workforce management
have established a new role, chief information officer. Michael
technology and energy-management technology.
Salas, our new CIO, will work to deliver business solutions that
can increase the company’s sales and not just reduce costs or
improve clerical efficiency.
RM: Let’s take that last one. What is SUEZ working on
there?
Part of our strategy, and part of Michael’s role, involves
developing a business solutions road map to make sure we
use the most productive and efficient tools to service our
EG: Our energy manager, Elizabeth Keddy, noted in her
presentation in Houston, that in 2013, SUEZ North America
set a goal to improve the energy efficiency of our operations
customers. I have classified this toolbox into four categories:
by five percent by the end of 2016. In the utilities we own,
smart water, asset management, workforce management and
we expect to reach that goal by the end of the year. And five
aftercare. While this toolbox is certainly not all inclusive, this
percent is huge when you consider how much electricity
set of tools should provide a blueprint to develop our business
we use. To provide drinking water and wastewater services
solutions roadmap and maintain a world-class quality system
to our 7.5 million customers in North America, SUEZ uses
that supports a continuous improvement culture. And of course
roughly 534 million kilowatt hours of electricity per year.
we will need to collaborate across our own business to ensure
This is equivalent to the annual electric consumption of
that we are bringing consistent best practices to our customers.
50,000 American homes, and amounts to a $50 million
RM: And what makes a solution “smart?”
EG: In our line of work, it’s when it can remotely and
automatically pinpoint real usage and waste, and combine that
data with data from across a network, so that managers can
make the most up-to-date decisions.
electric bill every year.
RM: What’s the next step?
EG: I need the commitment from all managers and their
teams to help us grow, collaborate, and to turn customers’
challenges into opportunities.
RM: Such as with AMI?
EG: That’s right. Automated metering infrastructure (AMI)
reduces environmental impact and costs—both for SUEZ
and our clients. As Chris Riat, senior director, NJ contract
operations, told managers at our conference in Houston, when
AMI is included as part of a larger smart network that includes
district meters and fixed leak loggers, SUEZ has been able to
quickly identify the source of water loss and take action. SUEZ
is now converting thousands of legacy meters to smart meters
every month and continues to accelerate our installation rate.
Already, SUEZ has the largest AMI coverage--more than 720
square miles--of any utility in the United States.
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Smart solutions,
such as the smart meter,
ensure we use the most productive and
efficient tools to service our customers
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automated metering infrastructure reduces
environmental impact and reduces costs—
both for SUEZ and our clients.
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vision 2020
SUEZ managers gather in Houston
to share vision of their future
SUEZ in North America, equipped with technical
solutions that improve operating efficiencies for
both itself and its clients, is poised to enjoy rapid
market growth over the next four years, according
to CEO Eric Gernath. The medium-term strategy,
known as Vision 2020, was laid out for managers
at February’s managers meeting in Houston.
Vision 2020 is in many respects an expansion of SUEZ’ ongoing
Smart meters are only one of a dozen or so smart
strategy to improve efficiency whenever possible. But there will
technologies that SUEZ is testing or already implementing
be greater emphasis on collaboration and on building customer
across the country. They also include asset management
solutions from the ground up. “Our main goal is that we want to
and workforce management technology that let local
collaboratively build a strategy that is customer-centric,” said
leaders know the status of all equipment and personnel at
Gernath. “Putting our clients at the heart of everything we do
any given time. Other technologies include smart lighting
to better understand them will enable us to deliver creative and
and energy-management applications.
innovative solutions to meet their needs.”
SUEZ tested smart lighting in its Hackensack, NJ vehicle
In Killingly, CT, for example, SUEZ partnered with its client to
yard. Thirty-six smart street lights--lights that automatically
completely renovate its aeration system to include new turbo
dim when no motion is detected--were installed and are
blowers, upgraded SCADA and real-time, nutrient-based
now controlled on the automated metering infrastructure
aeration control. The project reduced aeration energy use by 40
(AMI) network. Their installation resulted in a 60 percent
percent, resulting in half a million kilowatt hours less energy
reduction in power usage, said Albertson.
per year and $50,000 less cost. In addition, SUEZ secured more
than $200,000 of incentives from the local electric utility to keep
In 2013, SUEZ set a goal to improve the energy efficiency
implementation costs low.
of its operations by five percent by the end of 2016. “In the
utilities we own, we are very close to meeting this goal, and
In another instance, the combination of smart technology and
are confident we will meet it by the end of the year,” said
data analytics helped SUEZ identify theft, meter tampering
Albertson.
and stuck meters, resulting in $308,000 in recovered revenue,
according to Gary Albertson, senior vice president, engineering
With our experiences in smart technology well documented,
& technical services. In addition, the focus on installing
SUEZ now turns its fuller attention to collaborating with
strategic meters, which account for the top 20 percent of
clients to create custom solutions, said Gernath. “Delivering
consumption, resulted in a $2.1 million increase in revenue,
this customer-centric strategy is how we will profitably
he said.
grow,” said Gernath. “We clearly all have a role to play to
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“With its experiences in smart technology well documented, SUEZ now turns its fuller
attention to collaborating with clients to create custom solutions,” said Gernath.
“Delivering this customer-centric strategy is how we will profitably grow. We clearly
all have a role to play to successfully build and deliver this strategy.”
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Innovation Awards
employee
excellence is
made crystal
clear
In February, SUEZ presented awards for Innovation; Environment, Health & Safety; and
Diversity & Inclusion at the SUEZ in North America managers conference in Houston,
TX. We are pleased to recognize these recipients and the important contributions
they’ve made to our organization. Their dedication to excellence and superior level of
engagement optimizes the services we provide to the communities we serve.
This year’s Innovation Awards recognized five innovators and their teams who have
contributed to more efficient and effective ways for us to perform our day-to-day work.
SUEZ is proud to recognize these innovations:
Each year SUEZ recognizes
employees who contribute to
helping us achieve our corporate
mission. Whether it is by
making our work environment
safer, more efficient or more
sustainable, fulfilling our
commitment to corporate social
responsibility or demonstrating
exemplary alignment with our
values. Join us in congratulating
the winners!
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Employee
Hugo Lessard
Location
Montreal, Quebec
Innovation
Poseidon® Vertical Oil/Water Separator
Peter Peng, Ph.D
Indianapolis, IN
Demonstrating Retrofit for Enhanced
Biological Phosphorus Removal
Alberto Quiroz
Paramus, NJ
Development of Dynamic Reservoir Operation
Ray Reece
Atlanta, GA
Water Wells Maintenance Program
Rich Ubaldi
Richmond, VA
Four West Mine: Leveraging Group Capabilities
Innovation Awards – Left to right: Gary Albertson, senior vice president, engineering & technical services;
Alberto Quiroz, senior engineer; Rich Ubaldi, vice president Industrial Systems; Hugo Lessard, manager
Engineering; Eric Gernath, CEO SUEZ North America; Ray Reece, Advanced Solutions; Peter Peng, Ph.D,
senior engineer and Don Distante, director of planning and strategic projects.
Environment, Health & Safety Awards
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The Environment, Health & Safety Awards recognized operations that demonstrated
leadership, dedication and vision to achieve EHS excellence.
• The Environmental Steward Award went to Jim Mastrokalos and the Toms River, NJ
team for their all-encompassing commitment to protecting the local environment.
• The Outstanding Transformation Award went to Cesare Angeretti and the Ancaster,
Ontario team for their leadership in changing employee culture while maintaining a
safe work environment.
• The EHS Champion Award was presented to Cameron Prichard and the Swan Hills,
Alberta team for exemplifying the complete EHS package.
Environment, Health & Safety Awards – Left to right: Marie Waugh, senior vice president Human Resources; Jim Mastrokalos, director of operations,
Mid-Atlantic; Eric Gernath, CEO SUEZ North America; Cameron Prichard, plant manager, Swan Hills, Alberta; Bronson Brown, director, Environment
Health & Safety, Treatment Solutions, who accepted the award on behalf of Cesare Angeretti and Kanwer Khan, vice president, Environment Health & Safety.
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Bergis Mamudi Award 2016 winners
employee
excellence is
made crystal
clear
At SUEZ we believe Diversity
& Inclusion must be part
of our DNA to be a socially
responsible company. By
embracing different viewpoints,
experiences and backgrounds,
we become a more productive,
profitable and innovative
company that helps set the
standard for our industry.
Each year, we shine a spotlight on those who have incorporated Diversity & Inclusion into
their operations. We recognize exemplary individuals, department or business unit with
the Bergis Mamudi Diversity & Inclusion Awards.
This year, awards were given in the following categories: Community, Workforce, and
Work Environment.
• The Community Award recognized Bob Barrett of Treatment Solutions. Bob assisted
hundreds of Virginia veterans through his work with organizations that provide pro
bono legal assistance.
• The Work Environment Award recognized John Hollenbach of Mid-Atlantic. John’s
team nominated him for this award because of his inclusive leadership style that
embraces the power of diversity and creates opportunities to learn, engage and
innovate.
• The Generation Lynk Business Resource Group was recognized with the Workforce
Award for successfully demonstrating how to collaborate across employee generations
and develop the next generation of industry leaders.
Community Award – Bob Barrett, assistant corporate counsel,
Treatment Solutions
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Work Environment Award – John Hollenbach (center), general manager,
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Additionally, the runner-up for the Work
Environment Award was presented to:
• Gregg Oelker of the West Basin
Water Quality Laboratory. Gregg has
created an environment where diverse
team members feel included, valued
and empowered. He also creates
opportunities for team members to
assume leadership roles through a
variety of work-related assignments.
Work Environment runner-up – Gregg Oelker (far left) of the West Basin Water Quality Laboratory
Workforce Award – Generation Lynk Business Resource Group
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project spotlight
SUEZ signs 10-year deal
with Putnam, CT
SUEZ in North America has begun a 10-year
partnership with Putnam, CT to manage and operate
the town’s water and wastewater system.
“We are excited to expand our services and become a part of
The scope of the project will include but not be limited to, smart
the growing Putnam community,” said Nadine Leslie, president,
meter installations within the first 18 months, hydrant testing,
Environmental Services. “This partnership marks a growing
watershed management, customer service and capital project
trend in the US for delivering infrastructure investment projects
assistance as needed. Under the terms of the agreement, when the
for essential public services by drawing upon the strengths,
10-year contract has expired, Putnam may renew for two additional
and balancing the needs, of multiple sectors, both public and
five-year periods.
private.”
The Town’s wastewater network consists of a 7.6 million gallon-
Tony Falzarano, the mayor of Putnam, and the Water Pollution
per-day (MGD) treatment facility, the wastewater collection system,
Control Authority (WPCA) announced in mid-January that
10 sewage pump stations and 28.6 miles of sewer main. The
SUEZ was chosen to operate and maintain the water and sewer
Putnam water system includes 10 wells providing 1.14 MGD to the
systems. The Town of Putnam is in the process of investing
community, two storage tanks, approximately 250 fire hydrants,
over $40 million in its infrastructure. “With that type of major
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investment, it is imperative that we take care of it,” said WPCA
chairman James Shaw. “SUEZ has the capability to efficiently
and effectively meet all of the Town’s and WPCA’s expectations.”
Jason O‘Brien,
director operations, Northeast Region
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safety is our goal
health and safety honor roll
In November 2014, Environment, Health and Safety
launched our “Drive to Zero” campaign with a goal
of eliminating workplace accidents. Every employee
has been part of that drive and now, we’re pleased
to say, many have arrived!
In recognition of their accomplishments, SUEZ in North
Those workplaces that received a gold medal for 10 or more
America has awarded workplaces with silver, gold and platinum
years without an injury resulting in a day away from work
medals of honor and added their names to a health and safety
include: Bloomsburg, PA; Butman Township, MI; Carthage, NC;
Honor Roll.
Chester Borough, NJ; Clarence Cannon, MO; Clemmons, NC;
Receiving a silver medal for more than five years without
an injury resulting in days away from work are: Canton, MS;
Cohasset, MA; the FCGA, PA; Gardner, Holyoke, and Hyannis,
MA; Jaffrey, NH; Jasper, AB; Lake Country, BC; Lake Gaston,
VA; Mount Kisco, CT; Pawtucket, RI; Ridgefield, CT; Schering
Cumberland, IN; Dallas, PA; Elkin, NC; Enfield, NC; Howmet,
MI; Huber Heights, OH; Lowell, MI; Matchaponix, NJ; Mayodan,
NC; Orange, NJ; Princeton Meadows, NJ; Ramseur, NC;
Rutherfordton, NC; Scotland Neck, NC; Southern Pines, NC;
and Wellsville, OH.
Plough, Union, NJ; South Huron Valley, MI; Sturgeon Bay, WI;
And receiving a platinum medal is the entire Treatment
Wixom, MI; Owego/Nichols, NY; and Rhode Island.
Solutions division. For two straight years Treatment Solutions
has had zero days lost to injuries, no avoidable environmental
incidents, and no notices of violations or fines.
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these facilities
have worked
over
Bloomsburg, PA
Butman Township, MI
Carthage, NC
Chester Borough, NJ
Clarence Cannon, MO
Clemmons, NC
Cumberland, IN
Dallas, PA
Elkin, NC
Enfield, NC
Howmet, MI
Huber Heights, OH
Lowell, MI
Matchaponix, NJ
Mayodan, NC
Orange, NJ
Princeton Meadows, NJ
Ramseur, NC
Rutherfordton, NC
Scotland Neck, NC
Southern Pines, NC
Wellsville, OH
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3,650
days
without a lost
time accident
safety is our goal. what’s yours?
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employee spotlight
the pursuit of knowledge
is encouraged for all employees
Judith Jordan
Years of service:
1 year 10 months
Current role:
Manager, Customer Service
Location:
Mid-Atlantic Operations, Toms River, NJ
Past roles:
Customer Service Supervisor, Billing and Collection
Supervisor, Collection and Compliance Manager
How have you taken control of your career path and driven
your development?
My development is driven by the engagement of the
management teams I have interacted with. We have always
taken time to set goals and develop a strategic plan by sitting
down to collaborate our immediate needs and forecast our
long-term goals. Communication and collaboration amongst
our teams provide further development opportunities. The key
is to determine who has mastered those roles and to then learn
from them.
How has SUEZ helped you with your career path?
I am gaining exposure and opportunities with various functional
areas of the business that were not part of my scope of
employment in my previous career of 32 years. I have not had
experience with the intricacies of various metering systems.
Some examples include AMI fixed network system processes,
Equinox, Itron and Water Scope. This new evolving technology
will enable best in class management of processes to manage
new opportunities which I am very excited to learn. I have
also been involved with the rollout of our new phone system
installation and implementation for three locations across two
business units.
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What steps do you take to continuously enhance your knowledge
and skills?
I find it important to work with the various teams in the field to
understand the complexities of our culture. Networking with
colleagues for knowledge-sharing, both within and outside the
business, is a great way to seize opportunities and advance my
skills.
Have you had any mentors over your career?
My mentors include those within the water industry, as well as
others outside the industry. I have had the pleasure of being
mentored by my current boss, the Director of Operations for
SUEZ Mid-Atlantic Division.
Are you in the place you thought you would be at when you first
started your career?
No. I have been in the water industry for 32 years and I thought
that I would have retired with my prior employer after 30 years.
I did not realize the greater opportunities that existed and
did not realize my value until joining the SUEZ team led by
John Hollenbach. I am grateful and motivated to achieve
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Roberto Cruz
Years of service:
4 Years
Current role:
Director - Treasury
Location:
Paramus, NJ
Past roles:
Manager of Treasury Operations
How have you taken control of your career path and driven your
development?
During my career, I have worked in the Accounting, Purchasing
and Treasury fields. These experiences gave me the opportunity
to develop a unique perspective into synergies despite the fields
being on opposite sides of the spectrum. SUEZ has provided me
with an environment and the tools to further my professional
development. I’ve participated in numerous trainings and
obtained many certifications in my field. This has permitted me to
develop a deeper understanding of the company operations and
expand my knowledge.
How has SUEZ helped you with your career path?
I was extremely fortunate to have worked directly for our former
vice president & treasurer Michael Algranati, who has a wealth
of experience, knowledge and a deep level of understanding
about the company. Michael’s willingness to impart this
knowledge and empower me to incorporate the “best in industry
practices” into our department provided me a solid foundation.
The encouragement and availability of in-house training and
the opportunity to participate in the pilot mentorship program
provided me with additional opportunities to enhance my career
and leadership skills.
The company has grown significantly since I joined and the one
thing that has been constant is the availability and willingness of
the people with knowledge to assist with any issues.
What steps do you take to continuously enhance your knowledge
and skills?
In my chosen career field of Treasury, the industry and its
rules are constantly changing. In order to continue to provide
the best service possible for the company, I am required to
stay current on all regulatory changes as well as all changing
financial requirements. To achieve this, I attend webinars and
conferences, network with peers to discuss potential impacts of
upcoming regulatory changes, and talk to financial partners. I
also participate in as many courses as possible and constantly
attend CPE training to maintain my Certified Treasury
Professional certification.
Have you had any mentors over your career?
I have been lucky enough to develop friendships and a large
network of industry peers that serve as informal mentors that I
can rely on. I’m still in contact with the Corporate Controller of
my first job from 1993.
The first “formal” mentor I had was here in SUEZ with
Greg Wyatt. He is a man with profound knowledge and his
willingness to share it, along with his company insight, leaves
no doubt why he is a sought-after source of information. Greg’s
leadership, professionalism, feedback and way of looking at
situations are both insightful and actionable.
I also consider some of my coworkers, for whom I have deep
respect, to be my “informal” mentors. These would include
Michael Algranati, who has always been there with both advice
and knowledge and Carla Hjelm, whose open-door policy and
responsiveness make her invaluable.
Are you in the place you thought you would be at when you
first started your career?
At this stage in my career, I wanted to be working for a stable/
solid company run by top industry professionals that provides
advancement opportunities and supports its employees. I work
for that company: that is not only stable but is also growing.
More importantly I wanted to work for a company that values
its employees and customers. SUEZ’ commitment to both is
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recognizing outstanding achievement
employees on the move
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Name
Location
New Job Title
Previous Title
Michael I. Algranati
Paramus, NJ
VP & CFO - Environmental Services
VP Treasurer & Procurement Officer
Christopher Antonecchia
Leonia, NJ
Aftermarket Sales Coordinator
Project Controller
Pasquale P. Bernardo
Rockland, MA
Assistant Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent, Camden
Teresa Blum
Wilmington, DE
Administrative Assistant, Engineering
Office Coordinator, Camden
Toney Bryant
Laurel, MS
O&M Technician II
O&M Technician I
John H. Burton
Wixom, MI
Operator in Responsible Charge
O&M Technician II
Xavier Castro
Nassau County, NY
General Manager, Operations
VP & CFO - Environmental Services
Paul Colon
Paramus, NJ
Manager Internal Controls
Senior Internal Auditor
Cory Cook
Arlington, TX
Service Manager
Service Technician
Walter Dobkowski
Nassau County, NY
Supervisor EHS
EHS Specialist
Kevin Elliott
Holyoke, MA
O&M Specialist
CS Maintenance
Austin Farsai
Burbank, CA
O&M Technician I
Operator in Training
David R. Fournier
Lambertville, NJ
Manager
Assistant Project Manager, Camden
Edgar Giron
West Basin, CA
Operator I
Operator in Training
Belinda Gomes
Swan Hills, Alberta
Laboratory Supervisor
Laboratory Lead
Danny W. Hammack
Virginia Beach, VA
Operations Manager
O&M Technician III
John Heffernan
Toms River, NJ
GIS Lead
GIS Analyst
Ruben John
Wixom, MI
Operator in Responsible Charge
O&M Technician
Michael Lazzari
Nassau County, NY
Electro-Mechanic
Plant Operator II
Robert C. Lee
Jackson, MS
O&M Technician III
O&M Technician II
Jerald D. Lewis
Jackson, MS
Project Manager
Manager, Operations
Andrew C. Maggart
Dayton, OH
Quality Assistant
Production Technician
Joseph Makwinski
Nassau County, NY
Senior Wastewater Systems Engineer
Project Manager, Burbank
Joe Marano
Paramus, NJ
Director, Talent Management
Manager, Learning & Development
Kyle L. Mays
West Nyack, NY
GIS Lead
GIS Coordinator
Frank McKenzie
Jackson, MS
Manager Maintenance
O&M Technician IV
Sunil Mehta
Nassau County, NY
Director Engineering
Manager Process Engineering
Timothy R. Michaud
Gardner, MA
O&M Technician IV
O&M Technician II
Anthony V. Moncada
Sturgeon Bay, WI
O&M Technician II
O&M Technician I
Stephen Palermo
Pasadena, TX
Operations Specialist
Regeneration Technician
Ted Polk
Jackson, MS
Land Application Supervisor
O&M Technician III
Cameron S. Prichard
Swan Hills, Alberta
Plant Manager
Environment Supervisor
Louisa E. Ramsey
Swan Hills, Alberta
Environment Supervisor
Laboratory Supervisor
Dennis L. Rudisill
Harrisburg, PA
Construction Coordinator
Non-Revenue Water Specialist
Kevin Tarantino
Paramus, NJ
Supervisor, Talent Acquisition
Recruiter, Talent Acquisition
Layne Thomas
Salt Lake City
Manager Quality Assurance
Manager, Quality and Process
Ken Wells
Salt Lake City
Service Technician
Fabrication Technician
Michael R. Wilson
Rahway, NJ
Supervisor, Distribution
Field Supervisor, Customer Service, Camden
Glen C. Wimberley
Burbank, CA
Project Manager
Plant Manager
Peter Zeppa
Nassau County, NY
Supervisor Operations
Plant Operator III
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educational achievements
Congratulations to our coworkers who recently attained an accredited degree, certificate or new license.
Steven Adcock Jr.
Pontiac, MI
Welding Technology Certificate
Edgar Giron Jr.
West Basin, CA
Water Treatment Operator, Grade T2
Matthew Schulte
Burbank, CA
CWEA Environmental Inspector, Grade I
Elizabeth Barajas
West Basin, CA
Grade III Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operator
Seth Goertz
Boise, ID
Certified Control Systems Technician, Level 1
William Sherrard
Wantagh, NY
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Grade 3A
Alan Blake
West Basin, CA
T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator
Steve Brown
Paramus, NJ
Certified Information Systems Security
Professional (CISSP)
Ronald Cass
Wantagh, NY
Class B Operator of Underground Storage
Tank (UST) Systems
Wayne Dolan
Millwood, NY
1A Water Treatment Operator
Austin Farsai
Burbank, CA
Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operator
Theodore Flatebo
Burbank, CA
CWEA Environmental Inspector, Grade I
Andret Hart
Poughkeepsie, NY
Grade IIA Wastewater Licensed Operator
Joshua Hoover
West Basin, CA
Grade III Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operator
Timothy Kottke
Jaffrey, NH
Grade 1 Wastewater Licensed Operator
Edward Menges
Plainsboro, NJ
S3 Public Wastewater License
C-1 Collection License
Mary Neutz
Wilmington, DE
PA Class B Water Operator’s License
Shaun Siddiqui
West Basin, CA
Grade III Wastewater Treatment
Plant Operator
Amber Stephenson
Paramus, NJ
Compensation Management
Specialist Certification
Joseph Thaxton
Williamston, NC
Physical Chemical Grade 2 License
WW-4 License
Water Treatment Operator, Grade A-Surface
Gary Wright
Newport, RI
Grade 2 Collections Systems Operator
Shane Nickles
Boise, ID
Drinking Water Distribution Operator,
Class II
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recognizing outstanding achievement
industry awards & recognition
Congratulations to our colleagues for their
extraordinary efforts. We’re proud of the excellent
work you do on behalf of our customers, our
company and the communities we serve.
New Jersey operations received the 2016 New Jersey’s Leading
Infrastructure Project Award from New Jersey Alliance for
Action. The award was presented to SUEZ for the Haworth
Substation Upgrade Project, in recognition of the $9 million
invested to replace and upgrade the facility.
Mark Mundt, pictured below, project manager, for Lowell, MI
operations, was recognized as the 2016 Outstanding Individual
Contributor to the Wastewater Administrator Conference by
the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA). Gary
Timmer, director of operations for the Midwest, attended the
conference as Master of Ceremonies.
SUEZ was recognized with the “Companies that Care” award
by the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey.
SUEZ was honored for our partnership with two volunteer
organizations: Toms River’s Children’s Specialized Hospital for
the #FightFace program and WomenRising, an organization that
helps women and their families.
Oscar Iniquez, pictured below, IPP specialist for SUEZ’
Burbank, CA operations was recognized as the LABS (Los
Angeles Basin Section) Pretreatment Pollution Prevention
(P3S) Person of the Year from the California Water
Environment Association (CWEA). Additionally, Oscar received
a P3S Certificate of Second Place state-wide across California
from CWEA.
Treva Spencer, manager of communications and community
relations for the Northeast Division, was appointed to the
Bergen County, NJ Workforce Development Board.
SUEZ’ operations in Pontiac, MI,pictured below, were
recognized by the National Association of Clean Water
Agencies (NACWA) with a Gold Peak Performance award,
which recognizes complete and consistent NPDES permit
compliance. m
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industry papers & presentations
As a company committed to sustaining the planet,
we know that innovation and best practices are key
to our success. As industry leaders, we recognize
that it’s important to share our knowledge with
others who are also trying to protect public health
and preserve natural resources. Here’s a roundup
of employees who have shared their expertise by
writing articles or making presentations at industry
forums.
JoAnne Salera, Bruno Ferran and Wei Yang of Treatment
Elizabeth Keddy, pictured below, energy manager, presented at
Solutions co-authored two papers titled “Biodosimetry Validation
the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners
of a High Power UV Disinfection System to Achieve Regulatory
(NARUC) Winter Meeting. She also attended the New England
Approval for Large Wastewater Reuse Applications” and
Water Environment Association (NEWEA) annual conference
“Spotcheck Bioassay of a Full Scale Gravity Flow Open Channel
and serves as chair of the NEWEA Sustainability Committee.
UV System at the Michelson Water Reclamation Plant, Irvine,
Michael Burke, area manager, serves on NEWEA as the chair
CA,” which were both presented at the International Ultraviolet
of the Operations Challenge. The Operations Challenge is the
Association World Congress.
“Wastewater Olympics” for professionals in the wastewater
Brian McGovern, senior process engineer – Treatment Solutions,
recently presented his paper “Hybrid Activated Sludge Process
Reduces Energy and Footprint Significantly While Upgrading
Capacity and Treatment for BOD and Nutrient Removal” at the
treatment industry. Teams of 4 members compete in 5 separate
events: operations, maintenance, laboratory, safety, and
collection systems, to earn the right to represent NEWEA at the
national WEF competition. m
2016 Pacific Water Conference. At the same conference, he also
presented on “Dissolved Air Flotation on Reservoir for Algae,
TOC, and Taste & Odor Removal,” which was authored by his
colleague Patrick Daniel, application engineer.
Keith Cartnick, senior director of water quality and compliance,
presented SUEZ’ Management Plan for Cyanobacteria and
Cyanotoxins at the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection’s (NJDEP) Training Session for Surface Water
Systems on Management of Cyanotoxins.
Hetal Mistry, P.E., manager of piping design and delivery, and
Bill Prehoda, hydrogeologist for SUEZ New York, presented
on “Providing Safe Drinking Water to Milot, Haiti” at the 2016
Annual American Water Works Association (AWWA) New
Jersey Conference.
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clean water
starts with a
clean earth
Globally, our demand for natural resources will more than double our current supply. If we
don’t start working towards a solution now, it will be too late.
That’s why SUEZ is consolidating our businesses around a single mission — preparing for the
resource revolution. As a result, SENA Waste Services, United Water, Degremont and Utility
Service Group are now one brand: SUEZ.
By pooling our resources today, we’re able to bring a global network to work on a local level.
We do this so you can continue to enjoy the great water and service you do today, for many
years to come.
Learn more at suez-na.com
SUEZ North America
@SUEZ_NA
ready for the resource revolution
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