Shape the future. Celebrate your industry. Be part of something bigger.

At the Alliance of Indiana Rural Water, we believe that the strength of our organization comes from the people who power it. That’s why we offer meaningful ways for YOU to get involved, stay connected, and make a lasting impact in Indiana’s water and wastewater industry.

Whether you want to share your expertise, recognize excellence, show off your team’s hard work, or network with fellow professionals—you belong here.

💼 Join the Associate Member Advisory Council

Your voice. Your ideas. Your seat at the table.

If your company is an Associate Member of AIRW in good standing, you have a unique opportunity to help shape the events, training, and direction of our organization. The Advisory Council is made up of 7 elected members and 2 associate board members who serve 3-year terms. Members help assign booths at major conferences, advise on programming, and contribute valuable insight to AIRW leadership.

🎯 Why join?

• Build industry influence

• Strengthen your network

• Play an active role in Indiana’s rural water community

• Be a trusted voice for fellow vendors and partners

Openings occur annually—don’t miss your chance to lead and connect!

🎯 Serve on the AIRW Board of Directors

Lead the charge. Drive progress. Represent your region.

Do you have experience in utility operations, water treatment, or wastewater management? Are you ready to be a change-maker in Indiana’s rural water scene?

Our Board of Directors is made up of 9 leaders from across the state—4 district reps and 5 at-large members—who guide AIRW’s mission and ensure our members’ needs are met.

✅ Why run for the Board?

• Influence policy, priorities, and programming

• Represent your peers across Indiana

• Collaborate with industry leaders

• Be a recognized force for good in rural water

Directors serve staggered 3-year terms and are elected during our Annual Meeting. Let your leadership shine!

🏆 Nominate a Peer for an Award of Excellence

Shine a light on someone who goes above and beyond.

Each spring, we proudly recognize the hardworking professionals who keep Indiana’s water flowing and our communities thriving. These are the innovators, the mentors, the unsung heroes—and they deserve to be celebrated.

While nominations for 2025 are closed, it’s never too early to start thinking about 2026. Help us find and celebrate the very best in the business.

📸 Enter the Behind the Flow Photo Contest

Capture the beauty. Highlight the grit. Show the story.

Our members know the magic behind rural water—from sunrise sampling to pipe repair in the rain. Through our annual photo contest, you can help us showcase the people, places, and purpose behind every drop.

Whether it's your crew in action, a scenic shot of your water tower, or the infrastructure that keeps your system running, we want to see it.

🏅 Top photos are featured on our platforms and at major events—put your work in the spotlight!

📅 Attend Our Signature Events

Connect. Learn. Grow. Have fun doing it.

From golf outings and clay shoots to national conferences and expos, AIRW events are where relationships form, ideas spark, and careers take off.

2025 Highlights:

• Scholarship Golf Outing – Sept 4 | Westfield

• NRWA WaterPro Conference – Sept 15–17 | New Orleans

• Scholarship Clay Shoot – Oct 2 | Edinburgh

• Fall Conference – Oct 21–23 | Fort Wayne

2026 Preview:

• Rural Water Rally – Feb 2–4 | Washington, D.C.

• Spring Conference – March 17–19 | French Lick

• Southern/Northern Operator Expos – May

• NRWA WaterPro Conference – Sept 14–16 | Phoenix

👥 Whether you're attending, exhibiting, sponsoring, or just want to experience the energy—there’s something for everyone.

📚 Host or Attend a Training

Elevate your skills. Empower your team. Stay ahead.

Training is at the core of AIRW’s mission. With in-person, on-site, and online options, we make it easy for water and wastewater professionals across Indiana to get the continuing education they need—no matter where they are.

Why train with AIRW?

• Over 3,500 people trained annually

• Access to cutting-edge content and CEUs

• Online courses available 24/7

• Local, relevant, and affordable

Whether you're looking to attend a session or host one at your facility, we’re here to support your growth.

Ready to Get Involved?

Whether you're stepping up to lead, lifting up a colleague, or just looking to be part of something meaningful—we want YOU in the room. Join the AIRW community and help shape the future of Indiana's water and wastewater industry.

👉 Have questions? Want to learn more? Contact us today.