BRYN MAWR, PA — Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announced the appointment of Natalie Chesko as the new President of Aqua New Jersey, effective immediately. In her new role, Chesko will be responsible for steering Aqua’s water and wastewater operations across New Jersey, aiming to enhance service quality and community engagement.
Colleen Arnold, President of Aqua, expressed enthusiasm over Chesko’s appointment, citing her extensive engineering background and industry experience as key assets for the company and its clientele in New Jersey. Arnold highlighted Chesko’s passion and her potential to advance Aqua’s mission as particularly compelling reasons for the choice.
Chesko, who joins Aqua from the Hamilton Township Municipal Utilities Authority where she served as Executive Director, brings over two decades of engineering and utilities experience to her new position. She is a native of Ocean County, New Jersey, and an alumna of Rutgers University, adding a local perspective to her leadership role.
Expressing excitement about her appointment, Chesko emphasized her commitment to broadening her impact on the communities Aqua serves, along with her intention to leverage her position to contribute positively to environmental sustainability and community health.
The appointment of Chesko is a strategic move by Essential Utilities Inc., reflecting the company’s focus on leadership with deep technical expertise and a strong commitment to community service. This leadership change underscores the importance of local knowledge and specialized skills in managing water and wastewater services, which are critical to public health and environmental sustainability. Chesko’s experience and vision are expected to drive significant advancements in Aqua New Jersey’s operations and contribute to the broader goals of Essential Utilities Inc.
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