What You Need to H2Know
What You Need to H2Know
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Explore the people, projects, and innovations shaping Ontario’s water community. Hosted by Michele Grenier of OWWA, What You Need to H2Know brings expert insights and inspiring stories from across the province’s water sector.
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The podcast explores themes related to Ontario's water community, including water management, innovation in SCADA technology, leadership in environmental sectors, and the influence of diversity on professional development. Episodes spotlight stories from individuals like Courtney Offet discussing SCADA technology and Kathleen Farrow and Gillian Harris exposing leadership ambitions within OWWA.

Explore the people, projects, and innovations shaping Ontario’s water community. Hosted by Michele Grenier of OWWA, What You Need to H2Know brings expert insights and inspiring stories from across the province’s water sector.
In this episode of What You Need to H2Know, we’re joined by Dillon Occleston, Chair of the OWWA Manufacturers and Associates Council (MAC) and Regional Market Lead at Greatario, where he supports municipal water infrastructure through custom tank and cover solutions. With over a decade of experience in the Canadian water sector, Dillon has developed a deep passion for building strong industry relationships and championing collaboration between service providers, utilities, and municipalities.We’ll dive into his career journey—from how he got into the water industry to the role that OWWA has played in his professional growth. Dillon shares insights on how he got involved with the MAC Committee, what it's like to serve as Chair, and why volunteering has been such a rewarding experience. Plus, he reveals his favourite OWWA event, the projects he’s most proud of, and the exciting initiatives coming up through MAC and Greatario.You'll also hear fun personal stories, unconventional advice, and a few rapid-fire questions to wrap things up with energy and personality. Whether you're new to the industry or a long-time OWWA member, this conversation is packed with inspiration, leadership insights, and a reminder of the power of community in Ontario’s water sector.📧 To connect with Dillon, reach out at: [email protected]🔗 For more information on the NextWave program, visit: https://owwa.ca/event/ontarios-water-conference-trade-show-2026/

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