A top lesson from Catalyst? An appetite for doing things differently. Nicole Wesley left inspired to take thoughtful risks and put human connection first.

For #ImagineADayWithoutWater, revisit #RuralRipples with Brent Locke on public awareness and the communicators who help communities understand water's value. Listen: player.captivate.fm/episode/…

"Water shouldn’t be a dry subject!" 💧🥂 @martinriese, the Water Sommelier, shared a special toast 🥂 at our #Convergence2026 graduation, encouraging graduates to be entertaining when telling the story of water.

🎓 Congratulations, Convergence Class of 2026! Keep telling water’s story, building trust, and making ripples in your communities. 🌊 Check out this video from some of their instructors celebrating this group’s achievements.

🎓 Celebrate the Convergence Class of 2026 TOMORROW at 12 PM CST! Hear from commencement speaker Manny Teodoro and cohort speaker Taylor Stakes as we recognize this year’s graduates and welcome them into the Convergence alumni community. Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…

A year of learning leads to Oct. 14. 🎓 Celebrate the Convergence Class of 2026 with cohort speaker Taylor Stakes, guest speaker Manny Teodoro, and Rogue’s Chelsea Boozer. 12 p.m. CST | Virtual Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…

One week to go! 🎓 Join us Oct. 14 at 12 PM CST as we celebrate 50 Convergence graduates from 30 organizations. Hear from class speaker Taylor Stakes and commencement speaker Manny Teodoro as we recognize the Class of 2026. Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…

We were honored to welcome Sage Pellet of @healthygulf to #Catalyst2026. In a new blog, he reflects on how intentional spaces, genuine listening and curiosity can shape stronger community engagement. Read more: healthygulf.org/setting-the-…

When small water systems face big challenges, who helps build the bridge? For #InternationalPodcastDay, revisit a Rural Ripples conversation with George Hawkins of @MoonshotWater on protecting ratepayers and building the partnerships they need. 🎧 ruralripples.captivate.fm/

🎓 Celebrate the Convergence Class of 2026! Join us Oct. 14 at noon CT to honor 52 graduates from 31 organizations—and hear from commencement speaker Manny Teodoro on public trust and utility communications. Add to calendar: lnkd.in/evx8pfre #Convergence2026

Rogue visited our partner @LCAuthority and Catalyst + Convergence alum Taylor Stakes for a behind-the-scenes look at Kline’s Island WWTP, which treats 32M gallons/day. Built in 1928, it’s a great example of water’s past and future working side by side.

Catalyst is about connection, new ideas & leading beyond silos. #Catalyst2026 feedback: ➡️ 95% would recommend Catalyst ➡️ 100% made useful professional connections ➡️ 91% felt highly prepared to work beyond their usual role Partner with us! tinyurl.com/274h8jv7

Ever leave a workshop inspired to try something new… then get pulled right back into the workweek? That’s why some Rogue Water Lab trainings include postcards to your future self. We mail them months later as a reminder to put learning into action. 💡 lnkd.in/ekD9na7Y

Thank you Susan Allen Ed.D., and Ortega Strategies Group for sponsoring #Catalyst2026 and recognizing the need for tactical skills building in the water sector around better engagement.

Tomorrow: What makes collaborative delivery actually work? Join WCDA + @PCLConstruction for a practical look at the trust, leadership, comms & team behaviors that help complex capital projects succeed. 📅 Sept. 15 🕛 12–1 p.m. CST 💻 Zoom Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…

What comes to mind when you hear "Rogue Water Lab"? We want to better understand how the water industry sees Rogue and how it can create even greater impact in the future. 💧 Take our quick survey and shape the next chapter: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Complex projects succeed when teams can raise and address challenges openly and early. That starts with trust. Join WCDA + @PCLConstruction Sept. 15 for lessons behind effective collaborative delivery. 🕛 12–1 CST | Zoom Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…

“The BEST educational experience I have had since joining the water sector.” 🙌 We’ll take that review! Thanks to Melissa Walker of @DSMH2O for sharing what #Catalyst2026 meant to her. We’re excited to show you what’s next for #Catalyst2027. 👀

Trust isn’t built in one meeting or the perfect presentation. It grows when we listen, create space for people to participate and show up with intention. Thanks to Paola Machan @CarolloTweets for sharing this #Catalyst2026 takeaway and for being part of the experience.

Taylor Stakes @LCAuthority captured one of the big takeaways from #Catalyst2026: trust is built through the experience we create for people. How we communicate, respond and make people feel heard all matter. Thanks, Taylor, for sharing what you’re taking back to your work.