The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks

Private water utilities are becoming an increasingly important part of the water industry as communities work to address aging infrastructure, workforce shortages, and growing regulatory demands. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks, host Ben Miller sits down with Zach Martin, Director of Private Water at Ferguson, to talk about the evolving private water landscape. Zach...

Innovation in water utilities is no longer optional, it plays a direct role in affordability, sustainability, and long-term infrastructure planning. In this episode, Ben Miller speaks with Jay Bernas, General Manager and CEO of Hampton Roads Sanitation District (HRSD), about how his organization is approaching innovation in a practical and measurable way. Jay shares how HRSD has built a culture th...

Wastewater systems are critical but often overlooked. As infrastructure ages and demand grows, utilities are under more pressure to prevent overflows, stay compliant, and protect public health. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , Ben Miller is joined by Kerry Hoffman, Director of Municipal Technology Solutions at Ferguson Waterworks, to talk about how smarter monitori...

Water and wastewater utilities are facing growing challenges, from PFAS contamination to drought pressure, population growth, and aging infrastructure. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , host Ben Miller speaks with Dave Williams, Director of Process Solutions for the Southeast region at Templeton & Associates, part of Ferguson Process Solutions. With more than 30 yea...

Early decisions shape everything from project speed and cost to risk and team dynamics. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , host Ben Miller is joined by Dave Hill, Senior Director of Business Development at Ferguson, for a candid conversation about collaborative delivery and what it really takes to get it right from the start. Dave brings over 30 years of experience i...

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) isn’t just a buzzword—it’s reshaping how infrastructure gets built. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , host Ben Miller talks with Davis Watson, Senior VDC Manager at Ferguson Waterworks, about how digital modeling, real-time collaboration, and early-stage coordination are transforming construction. From reducing rework and managi...

Water scarcity is becoming a reality for communities across the country, and smarter solutions are needed to help builders, developers, and municipalities manage growing demand. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks, host Ben Miller is joined by Chris Dooley, CEO of Greyter, to discuss how water reuse technologies are reshaping the way we build and conserve. They explore...

Private development projects are facing stricter stormwater regulations and rising expectations for sustainability. In this episode, Ben Miller talks with Rob Woodman, Director of Engineering & Green Stormwater Infrastructure at Ferguson, about how innovative design and early collaboration can help developers meet compliance, protect water resources, and maintain project value. They cover trends i...

Utility infrastructure is evolving fast and so are the challenges. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , host Ben Miller sits down with Kerry Hoffman, Director of Municipal Technology Solutions at Ferguson Waterworks, to talk about how utilities are using advanced technologies like AI, IoT sensors, and GIS mapping to become more efficient, predictive, and resilient. Fro...

Cities are facing increasing stormwater challenges due to climate change, aging infrastructure, and rapid urbanization. In this episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , host Ben Miller is joined by Rob Woodman, Director of Engineering and Green Stormwater Infrastructure at Ferguson, to explore how municipalities and developers are rethinking stormwater management. They discuss inn...

Water loss isn’t just a financial problem – it impacts infrastructure, customers, and the environment as well. In the first episode of The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks , host Ben Miller sits down with Kerry Hoffman, Director of Municipal Technology Solutions at Ferguson, to break down the real impact of non-revenue water (NRW). They discuss how utilities can move from reactive to proac...

All the info you need on the newest innovations in water, wastewater and stormwater management is right at your fingertips! This is The Flow of Innovation: Advancing Waterworks, the podcast that makes understanding the future of water management simpler than ever. Join host Ben Miller as he breaks down complex topics like utility tech, stormwater management, and non-revenue water solutions into si...