Christopher Franklin

Utility CEO

[Rob Powelson @NAWC_RFP]

Aqua Pa. shows how quick decisions were made to protect water supply https://t.co/gtnfSOXkuK via @CBSPhiladelphia Kudos to @MyAquaWater for your proactive communications on this matter.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Thank you to @pghtech for inviting me to be a guest on “Business as Usual” and for the opportunity to discuss Essential Utilities, highlight the story of the merging of @MyAquaAmerica and @peoplesnatgas, and shine a light on the dedication of our employees during this pandemic.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Check out @CHFEssentialCEO on the @pghtech “Business as Usual” series to learn more about the making of Essential Utilities, the merging of @MyAquaAmerica & @peoplesnatgas, and how the company continues to carry out our mission during this pandemic: https://t.co/1ewHYPdGSK.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Proud to lead a company that recognizes the significance of diversity & inclusion, and to be part of the celebration of @MyAquaAmerica’s first Black Employee Resource Group. Congratulations to my colleagues who helped launch our first, of hopefully many, employee resource groups.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua introduced the recently formed first-ever Black Employee Resource Group (BRG) as part of the celebration of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Members of the BRG council are joined by @ChrisAquaCEO and EVP, General Counsel & Secretary Chris Luning.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

We are proud to be recognized with the #AdvancingWomenCompany Award from @FOEWPHL. At Aqua, we embrace our diversity and inclusion as core elements of our culture and put a focus on elevating women as leaders in both our company and our industry.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua is proud to be the recipient of a 2019 @FOEWPHL Advancing Women Company Award. The award recognizes companies that go above and beyond to create cultures where women can thrive, succeed and have a voice. Photo credit: Philadelphia Business Journal. https://t.co/ivxImGBRSL.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Excited to share the news that Aqua Pennsylvania completed the purchase of the Cheltenham Township wastewater system, and that Aqua will be able to provide high quality service to residents of Cheltenham Township.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua PA has completed the purchase of the Cheltenham Township wastewater system, which serves approx. 10,200 connections in Montgomery County. This is Aqua PA's third municipal transaction using the Commonwealth’s fair market value legislation. Read more: https://t.co/MC4s3Ld6FM.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Well said Mike. Great job at the White House today.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Proud to work with innovative, passionate and creative people. The NAWC Management Innovation Award competition is more than 40 years old, and it is an honor that the work of Aqua employees is being recognized for helping to change and move the water industry forward.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua was awarded the 2019 NAWC Management Innovation Award at the #NAWCSummit. This award recognizes groundbreaking, industry changing (innovative) ideas. Aqua was recognized for a cost-saving project benefiting customers, while also improving the environment. @MovinH2OForward

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

We’re excited to be recognized as a Champion of Board #Diversity and proud of the fact this is the second time for Aqua. The diversity and unique skills of our board better prepares us as we continue to provide essential services to our customers.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua was named a #Champion of Board #Diversity by The Forum of Executive Women. This recognition honors companies with a board comprising at least 30 percent women. Aqua was one of 17 companies from the Greater Philadelphia region named. @FOEWPHL https://t.co/9sj4MnIdOn.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

I am proud to share this news of @MyAquaAmerica's recent history-making transaction. We look forward to welcoming DELCORA’s employees into our company, and for the opportunity to provide Aqua’s reliable and quality service to DELCORA’s customers.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua Pennsylvania Wastewater made company and state history with the signing of an asset purchase agreement with the Delaware County Regional Water Quality Control Authority (DELCORA) to acquire the municipal authority’s wastewater assets. Learn more: https://t.co/CrKO3QqnK2

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

What an honor to be recognized by EY alongside many innovative business leaders. This award really belongs to Aqua's dedicated and talented team of employees across the eight states we serve.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua Chairman and CEO Chris Franklin recognized by @EYnews with its Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2019 award in the public services and utilities category for Greater Philadelphia. #EOYUS https://t.co/ASmKs8Ia0v

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Excited to share that fair market value legislation was enacted in Texas, which can offer benefits to local governments, customers and the environment, as well as solutions to municipalities facing the challenges of operating and maintaining their water and wastewater utilities.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Happy to share a new Texas law will allow regulated water companies like Aqua to pay fair market value for the purchase of water & wastewater systems, benefiting local governments, water utility owners, customers & the environment. https://t.co/MW5RhCsPLy https://t.co/cOqRn2dsUP.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Congratulations to Aqua’s Karen Carlson on being named @ChescoChamber's 2019 Women Influencing Business Executive of the Year. This is certainly a well-deserved recognition.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua’s Director of Corporate Giving & Community Affairs Karen Carlson is @ChescoChamber’s 2019 #WomenInfluencingBusiness Executive of the Year! This award honors accomplishments of a female executive who has made a positive impact in her business & in the region. Congrats Karen!

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

The combination of Francis’ current financial investment responsibilities with his background in the utility space, make him a strong addition to Aqua’s board. Excited to welcome Francis!

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua has announced the appointment of Francis Idehen to our board of directors. Idehen is the chief operating officer for GCM Grosvenor, one of the world's largest independent alternative asset management firms. Welcome to the Aqua family! Read more: https://t.co/cSRtmNH4qw.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

What a pleasure to have the #LeadershipDelawareCounty class of 2019 at @MyAquaAmerica today. Aqua has a longstanding relationship with @DelcoChamber and a deep commitment to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Congratulations and best of luck to all participants of this program!

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua hosted the Foundation of the @DelcoChamber #LeadershipDelawareCounty class of 2019 for their final presentations today. Aqua CEO & Chairman @ChrisAquaCEO welcomed the 2019 class with Chamber board member Sue Haindl and gave congratulations and well wishes to all attendees.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Aqua is committed to being a part of the solution to the country’s infrastructure problems, and understands the importance of investing in the infrastructure that delivers water and wastewater service to our customers. #InfrastructureWeek #BuildForTomorrow @InfraWeek

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Today kicks off the seventh annual Infrastructure Week! Check out some infrastructure projects taking place this year throughout the communities Aqua serves: https://t.co/hNO15YoXQi. We are committed to helping the nation’s aging infrastructure! @InfraWeek #buildfortomorrow

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Thank you to John Colella at @Moelis for a much-appreciated nomination. It is an honor to be in the running among this group of nominees. And thank you to my fellow colleagues at @MyAquaAmerica for your hard work and dedication, making this nomination possible. @EY_EOYUS #EOYPH

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Congratulations to Aqua CEO & Chairman @ChrisAquaCEO who is a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2019 Greater Philadelphia awards! https://t.co/MbNpOKjTs4 @EY_EOYUS #EOYPH

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

It’s always a pleasure visiting our Aqua facilities and employees across our eight states. Thank you to John Aulbach and the entire Aqua Virginia team for a great visit this week!

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Thanks to Aqua Virginia President John Aulbach and the entire Aqua Virginia team for your hospitality hosting our leadership team and board members this week! Attendees, including our newest board member, Christopher Womack, toured the Manakin Farms Wastewater Treatment Plant.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

Bringing more than 20 years of experience as an executive in the gas and electric utility industry, we know Chris will be an asset to the Aqua board, particularly as we add natural gas to our portfolio through the acquisition of @peoplesnatgas this year. Excited to welcome Chris!

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Earlier today, Aqua announced the appointment of Christopher Womack to our board of directors. Womack is the president of external affairs for @SouthernCompany, a leading gas & electric utility holding company based in Atlanta. Welcome to the Aqua family! https://t.co/ENtEAV3NaZ

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua was the lead supporting sponsor for the @TheFranklin Awards last week. Created in 1824 to honor the legacy of Benjamin Franklin, these awards recognize outstanding achievements in science, engineering & industry. @ChrisAquaCEO served as Chair of the Corporate Committee.

[Christopher Franklin @CHFEssentialCEO]

It was an honor participating in @TheFranklin Awards and being surrounded by visionaries who are making a real impact in the world of science, engineering & industry. Among those I had the opportunity to meet was Indra Nooyi, winner of the Bower Award for Business Leadership.

[Aqua @MyAquaWater]

Aqua was the lead supporting sponsor for the @TheFranklin Awards last week. Created in 1824 to honor the legacy of Benjamin Franklin, these awards recognize outstanding achievements in science, engineering & industry. @ChrisAquaCEO served as Chair of the Corporate Committee.