Birmingham Water Works’ Leaders Receive Prestigious Recognitions

Date:
11-07-2023
Category:
Water

Leadership, often described as the guiding light of thriving organizations, holds the power to shape futures and inspire entire communities. BWW is honored to highlight the remarkable accomplishments of our executive leadership Chairwoman Tereshia Q. Huffman and General Manager Michael Johnson.

Leadership Birmingham is a highly competitive program that handpicks fifty leaders from the local community to participate. It’s a testament to the caliber of leaders in Birmingham, and Michael Johnson is one of the fortunate few to join this esteemed group. This program fosters collaboration, innovative thinking, and a profound understanding of the complexities that our community faces. Johnson has over 39 years of management and accounting experience with over 25 at the executive level. In addition to his civilian career, he is a retired Colonel with over 26 years of service as an active duty and reserve military officer in the United States Marine Corps, where he was responsible for logistics, maintenance, and fiscal planning.

Upon receiving this recognition, Michael Johnson expressed his gratitude, saying, “I am deeply honored to be selected for Leadership Birmingham 2024. It’s an exciting opportunity to learn, collaborate, and work alongside some of the best and brightest leaders in our community. Together, we can contribute to the betterment of Birmingham and tackle the challenges that lie ahead.”

Chairwoman Tereshia Q. Huffman has received a notable accolade from Marquis Who’s Who — an organization renowned for celebrating individuals who have made substantial contributions to society. Marquis Who’s Who serves as a testament to the achievements of individuals whose work has left an indelible mark on society. Chairwoman Huffman’s inclusion in this esteemed publication highlights her exceptional leadership and dedication to enhancing the quality of life in our community.

In response to her recognition by Marquis Who’s Who, Chairwoman Huffman expressed her humility, saying, “I am genuinely humbled to be featured and recognized by such an esteemed organization. The heart of my decisions are customer and employee focused. Our employees and our customers are the heartbeat of what we do. The work has been challenging; but the work is necessary.”

Michael Johnson and Chairwoman Tereshia Q. Huffman exemplify the spirit of leadership that Birmingham is known for. Their recent recognition reinforces the importance of dedication, collaboration, and innovation in making our community stronger.

Congratulations to Chairwoman Tereshia Q. Huffman and General Manager Michael Johnson for their well-deserved recognitions!

BWWB General Manager Michael Johnson and Chairwoman Tereshia Q. Huffman https://youtu.be/4Mho6vzd1AI