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American Water Honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer

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American Water (AWK) has been honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer for the fourth consecutive year. The company's commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community has been recognized. American Water has also earned the 2024 Military Friendly® Gold Employer designation for its efforts in hiring and supporting military veterans.
American Water (AWK) è stata onorata come VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer per il quarto anno consecutivo nel 2024. L'impegno dell'azienda nel reclutare, assumere, mantenere, sviluppare e supportare i veterani e la comunità collegata alle forze armate è stato riconosciuto. American Water ha inoltre ottenuto la designazione di Military Friendly® Gold Employer per il 2024 per i suoi sforzi nell'assunzione e nel supporto dei veterani militari.
American Water (AWK) ha sido honrada como Empleador 5 Estrellas de VETS Indexes por cuarto año consecutivo en 2024. El compromiso de la compañía en reclutar, contratar, retener, desarrollar y apoyar a los veteranos y a la comunidad conectada con el militar ha sido reconocido. Además, American Water ha obtenido la designación de Empleador Oro Military Friendly® 2024 por sus esfuerzos en la contratación y apoyo a los veteranos militares.
American Water (AWK)은 2024년도에 네 번째 연속으로 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer로 선정되었습니다. 이 회사는 베테랑 및 군사 연계 커뮤니티의 채용, 고용 유지, 개발 및 지원에 대한 노력이 인정받았습니다. American Water는 또한 군인 베테랑의 채용과 지원 노력으로 2024 Military Friendly® 골드 고용주 지정을 받았습니다.
American Water (AWK) a été honorée comme Employeur 5 Étoiles des Indexes VETS pour la quatrième année consécutive en 2024. L'engagement de l'entreprise envers le recrutement, l'embauche, la rétention, le développement et le soutien des vétérans et de la communauté connectée aux forces armées a été reconnu. American Water a également reçu la désignation d'Employeur Or Friendly Militaire® 2024 pour ses efforts dans l'embauche et le soutien des vétérans militaires.
American Water (AWK) wurde 2024 zum vierten Mal in Folge als VETS Indexes 5 Star Arbeitgeber ausgezeichnet. Das Engagement des Unternehmens für die Rekrutierung, Einstellung, Bindung, Entwicklung und Unterstützung von Veteranen und der militärverbundenen Gemeinschaft wurde anerkannt. American Water hat zudem die Auszeichnung als Military Friendly® Gold Employer 2024 für seine Bemühungen um die Einstellung und Unterstützung von Militärveteranen erhalten.
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Fourth consecutive year the company has been recognized by VETS Indexes

CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company, announced today that it has earned the 2024 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer designation provided by the VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes American Water’s commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community.

“It is an honor for American Water to be acknowledged by VETS Indexes for our continued dedication to our veteran workforce,” said Melanie Kennedy, American Water Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. “We value the chance to offer rewarding opportunities for our veterans, active duty, and military spouses and we are grateful to collaborate with many of them to deliver clean, safe, and reliable wastewater services across the nation, including 18 military bases.”

As the most objective and comprehensive evaluation of veteran employers, the VETS Indexes Employer Awards program has set a new standard in veteran employment data. The in-depth survey and recognition program analyze employers’ policies, practices, and outcomes in detail, across the following categories:

  • Veteran job candidate recruiting and hiring
  • Veteran employee development and retention
  • Veteran-inclusive policies and culture
  • Support for members of the National Guard and Reserves
  • Military spouse/family support

“As a U.S. Army Veteran and employee of American Water it is a true testament to the company’s dedication and effort in building a diverse workforce that is military friendly,” said Manuel Cifuentes Jr., Senior Principal Regulatory Analyst, and leader of the American Water military Employee Business Resource Group – Strength Through Service. “Being recognized by VETS Index is proof of the company’s commitment to safety, teamwork, and to seeking out those that had served who share the same values.”

Additionally, American Water earned the 2024 Military Friendly® Gold Employer designation for its industry-leading efforts on hiring and supporting our nation’s military veterans.

“The extraordinary efforts of American Water to hire, retain and support veterans and the military-connected community have earned the organization one of our highest awards,” said George Altman, President of VETS Indexes. “Competition for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards was tougher than ever in 2024, as a record number of organizations participated. Even with hundreds of employers in the running, the veterans program at American Water stood out from the rest. Congratulations to American Water on this outstanding achievement!”

For more information on VETS Indexes Employer Awards, visit: https://vetsindexes.com/employer-awards-methodology.

Learn more about American Water’s Inclusion, Diversity and Equity strategy 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 VETS Indexes

VETS Indexes is a leading voice on veteran employment issues, overseeing the VETS Indexes Employer Awards, hosting the twice-yearly Employing U.S. Vets Conference, unearthing unique and unprecedented data on veteran employment through the Veteran Employment Benchmarking Service, and developing custom indexes, linked to financial products, that track the performance of the publicly traded companies that have established themselves as the best employers for veterans.

The VETSX and VTRNIX indexes were created on the premise that the companies that make the best use of the highly talented, yet under-valued, talent pool that veterans represent will ultimately see a benefit to their bottom lines. The performance of the indexes has emphatically confirmed that thesis, outpacing the S&P 500.

As the world’s first resource for U.S. veteran themed indexes, our mission is to provide innovative solutions that recognize the value created by the mission-critical mindset, unique skills, and specialized training that veterans bring to the workplace. Our mission also includes a commitment to always donate a significant portion (target of 20% and no less than 5%) of our net profits to charitable organizations that support veterans and their families.

“SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED” - VETS Indexes provides a social and governance impact via those public companies that support the hiring and professional development of our military veterans.

Learn more about us at VETSIndexes.com and follow us on social media channels via LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Media Contact

Darius Merriweather

Manager, Corporate Communications and External Affairs

American Water

darius.merriweather@amwater.com

856-726-1742

Source: American Water

FAQ

What recognition did American Water receive in 2024 related to veteran employment?

American Water earned the 2024 VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer designation and the 2024 Military Friendly® Gold Employer designation for its efforts in hiring and supporting military veterans.

Who is Melanie Kennedy?

Melanie Kennedy is the American Water Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer.

What is the significance of the VETS Indexes Employer Awards program?

The VETS Indexes Employer Awards program evaluates employers' policies, practices, and outcomes related to veteran job candidate recruiting and hiring, veteran employee development and retention, veteran-inclusive policies and culture, and support for members of the National Guard and Reserves.

Who is Manuel Cifuentes Jr.?

Manuel Cifuentes Jr. is a Senior Principal Regulatory Analyst at American Water and the leader of the American Water military Employee Business Resource Group.

What is the VETS Indexes Employer Awards' opinion on American Water's veterans program?

The VETS Indexes Employer Awards recognized American Water for its outstanding efforts in hiring, retaining, and supporting veterans and the military-connected community.

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founded in 1886, american water is the largest publicly traded u.s. water and wastewater utility company. with headquarters in voorhees, n.j., the company employs more than 6,800 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to approximately 14 million people in more than 40 states as well as parts of canada. more information can be found at www.amwater.com.