Blue Focus is an innovation studio that leverages science and technology to develop and deliver novel solutions to real world problems. We are a multi-disciplinary team of experts, innovators, and business leaders with deep operational experience bringing a fresh perspective to prevailing and emerging issues in the utilities sector, particularly water and wastewater. www.BlueFocusInnovation.com

Pure Spout (www.PureSpoutFilter.com) is an award-winning water filtration solution developed by Blue Focus, an innovation studio established by a leading water utility company. With a mission to ensure clean, safe drinking water in communities across the nation, Pure Spout offers a patented, replaceable filter that fits onto most drinking fountains. This product provides an immediate, cost-effective solution to reduce lead in drinking water and is certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead reduction by IAPMO R&T.

The WaterPro Water Leak Protection Plan (www.WaterProPlan.com) reimburses customers for all or a portion of the excess water and wastewater charges associated with qualifying water leaks on the private side of the meter.

In my time at Louisville Water, I've launched several new businesses and led dozens of projects designed to deliver value to Louisville Water and its customers. A few of the projects I played a lead role in ideating, developing, and/or implementing include:• Pure Spout (www.PureSpoutFilter.com)• Blue Focus, LLC (www.BlueFocusInnovation.com)• WaterPro Water Leak Protection (www.WaterProPlan.com)• Home Warranty Protection Program (www.lwcwaterplans.com)• Louisville Water Foundation (www.louisvillewaterfoundation.org)• 2019-2025 Strategic Business Plan (www.louisvillewater.com/louisville-water-strategic-plan/)• Louisville Water Tower Park & WaterWorks Museum (https://louisvillewater.com/louisville-water-tower/)