“There is no better catalyst to success than curiosity.”
Michael Dell
Song: Electric Love by BORNS
Article: Crickets by Seth Godin
Thought: I attended my 4th Catalyst Summit from Rogue Water Lab in July. This is a must-attend event each year; the content is inspiring, the people are amazing, and the experience is jaw dropping. Just a few reflections to share:
- Rogue Water Lab brought the fire (again). Each year, Stephanie and her team get more creative. This year’s fashion show of community projects was a great way to kick it all off. The design thinking elements pushed everyone from their comfort zone by talking in the community. Lisa Stone (DC Water) pulled no punches on DE&I and privilege.
- Making new friends is still the best. I don’t care how many Zoom and Teams meetings I attend, nothing beats an in-person event. Maybe it’s the pandemic but I cherish these opportunities so much more now and try to make as many deep connections as possible.
- Water communicators and educators are under-appreciated. These folks grind to make better messages and connections. As an industry, they need better partners in leadership, engineering and management. I need to be a better advocate for their needs.
- San Antonio is beautiful. The Mexican food is soooo good. If you haven’t been, plan your next trip there because it won’t disappoint. Everyone I met in the service industry was very helpful and thoughtful. I don’t think I’ve ever felt so welcomed being a visitor.
- “It’s your responsibility to choose to slow down” – Greg Wukash (SAWS). I really needed to hear that.
- It’s a movement, not a moment. Everyone was challenged to advance the movement of water communication and connection by sharing what we learned and implementing something. Fortunately, Catalyst is going “plus” with events coming to San Diego area (December 2022) and Portland area (Fall 2023). Will I see you there?