President of California American Water Elected to California Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee

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California American Water announced that its President, Kevin Tilden, has been elected to the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) Executive Committee. Tilden joins fellow new committee members Tom Hutchinson from Google and Rashmi Menon from Burns & McDonnell Engineering. The appointment positions Tilden among key business leaders working to address California's economic and environmental challenges. He will also serve on CalChamber's Women's Leadership Council. The announcement coincides with Maryam S. Brown's election as the 2025 chair of the CalChamber Board of Directors.

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• Strategic appointment strengthens company's influence in California business policy-making
• Enhanced networking opportunities with major corporations like Google and Southern California Gas Company

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SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- California American Water is proud to announce that Kevin Tilden, President of the company, has been elected to the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) Executive Committee. This prestigious appointment recognizes Tilden’s leadership in the water industry and his commitment to fostering a strong and thriving business environment in California.

CalChamber is a leading voice for businesses across the state, advocating for policies that promote economic growth and job creation. As a member of the Executive Committee, Tilden will join a distinguished group of executives representing diverse industries, working together to address critical issues facing California’s business community.

Tilden expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to contribute to the CalChamber’s mission: “I am deeply honored to join the CalChamber Executive Committee. This is a tremendous opportunity to collaborate with fellow business leaders and contribute to solutions to address the key challenges facing our state,” said Tilden. “I am particularly eager to work on vital issues such as the environment and economy. I am also thrilled to serve on CalChamber’s Women’s Leadership Council.”

Tilden’s election to the CalChamber Executive Committee underscores California American Water’s commitment to being an active participant in shaping the future of California’s business landscape. Tilden joins fellow newly elected Executive Committee members Tom Hutchinson, Vice President of Finance at Google, and Rashmi Menon, Vice President and General Manager at Burns & McDonnell Engineering Co., Inc. The announcement was made alongside the news of Maryam S. Brown, incoming CEO and president of Southern California Gas Company, being elected as the 2025 chair of the CalChamber Board of Directors.

To learn more about CalChamber’s announcement, click here.

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About California American Water
California American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, provides high-quality and reliable water and wastewater services to approximately 700,000 people. For more information, visit www.californiaamwater.com and follow California American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and Instagram.

About the California Chamber of Commerce
The California Chamber of Commerce is the largest, broad-based business advocate to government in California, working at the state and federal levels to influence government actions affecting all California business. As a not-for-profit, we leverage our front-line knowledge of laws and regulations to provide affordable and easy-to-use compliance products and services.

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Nichole Baxter

Sr. Manager, External Affairs

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nichole.baxter@amwater.com

Source: California American Water

FAQ

What position did Kevin Tilden secure at CalChamber and how does it affect AWK?

Kevin Tilden, President of California American Water, was elected to the CalChamber Executive Committee, strengthening AWK's influence in California business policy-making and advocacy.

Who are the other executives elected alongside AWK's Kevin Tilden to CalChamber's Executive Committee?

Tom Hutchinson (VP of Finance at Google) and Rashmi Menon (VP and GM at Burns & McDonnell Engineering) were elected alongside Kevin Tilden.

What specific roles will AWK's president take on at CalChamber?

Kevin Tilden will serve on both the Executive Committee and the Women's Leadership Council at CalChamber, focusing on environmental and economic issues.

How does Tilden's CalChamber appointment align with AWK's business strategy in California?

The appointment aligns with AWK's strategy to be an active participant in shaping California's business landscape and strengthening its influence in state policy decisions.