Angela Smith

Chief Operating Officer for Minority Construction Group LLC| Portland, OR

Why are you interested in the water industry?

I am new to the water industry and I have clients in this industry.

What's one thing you hope to get out of this program?

I hope to learn more to increase my knowledge in my company and community and grow my business. I want to strengthen relationships and learn more about the water industry.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I enjoy the outdoors, grandkids, family & friends!

"Jacky" Chen Xu

Civil Engineering Ph.D. Student at the Washington State University | Pullman, WA

Why are you interested in the water industry?

I am interested in data analysis and information sharing regarding water rights/water use. As an international student from Asia, I am from an underrepresented minority group, and being part of PNCWA will provide me with more connections in the industry, and at the same time, it empowers me to build a more diverse and inclusive community.

What's one thing you hope to get out of this program?

I hope to make connections in the industry and hope to get more prepared for job searching.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I enjoy the outdoors, especially hiking.

Keanna Dandridge

Senior Project Coordinator at PRR | Seattle, WA

Why are you interested in the water industry?

I currently support engagement on the King County West Duwamish CSO project. This project opened my eyes to a vast industry that I had no prior knowledge of and piqued my interest. I hope to learn more about the water industry from this program to better my everyday work!

What's one thing you hope to get out of this program?

I want to gain new knowledge about the wastewater treatment industry and cultivate relationships with other young professionals.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I enjoy the outdoors with my two dogs and my partner!