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In this episode for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, new ACWA JPIA IT Manager Erik Kowalewski shares insights from his 21-year career in IT, highlighting the evolving challenges in cybersecurity. He delves into major threats like phishing and ransomware and emphasizes proactive strategies such as multifactor authentication, user training, and cutting-edge firewalls. Kowalewski advocates for balancing security with user experience, focusing on initiatives like cloud integration to enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture. Resources: Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency https://www.cisa.gov/ Industry Defenders https://industrydefenders.com/ Hacker News https://news.ycombinator.com/

Join ACWA JPIA Director of Pooled Programs Jennifer Jobe as she introduces JPIA's new Employee Benefits Manager Adam Dedman who, along with Tom Sher, Sr. Vice President of Alliant Insurance Services, discuss managing health benefits, personal insights, the future of health benefits focusing on preventative care, & healthcare impacts.

ACWA JPIA Communication & Outreach Specialist Molly Quirk is joined by JPIA Event Planner Laura Baryak as she unveils the recently renamed JPIA Membership Summit. Laura takes us through the jam-packed agenda, featuring meetings, a celebration of the Commitment to Excellence (C2E) program, a live podcast recording & more. The summit which "Celebrate{s) a Commitment to Excellence,' will also feature a reception honoring C2E's 10th Anniversary . Leadership Development Program alumni are also invited to a networking mixer. Finally, Laura gives an update on the new digital voting system. Tune in to learn more about the schedule and additional event changes!

In this episode of JPIA Five, host Kevin Phillip (ACWA JPIA Director of Member Outreach) and guests hosts Cassie Crittenden, JPIA HR Specialist, and Molly Quirk, JPIA Communication and Outreach Specialist, explore the impact of AI, specifically ChatGPT, on decision-making & communication in the water industry. The podcast provides valuable insights into AI's benefits and challenges, urging responsible use and collaboration with human expertise for the benefit of water agencies. The guests discuss concerns such when working with AI platforms including handling confidential information, plagiarism, fact-checking, and being wary of more advanced cyber and phishing attacks.

Join us for the 3rd Season premiere of JPIA Five as ACWA JPIA General Counsel Robert Greenfield discusses new 2024 laws that may be pertinent to your agency.

In the Season 2 JPIA Five finale, ACWA JPIA's Communication and Outreach Specialist, Molly Quirk, introduces Jennifer Jobe, ACWA JPIA Director of Pooled Programs. With nearly two decades of risk management experience, Jennifer emphasizes her role in overseeing coverage programs and alternative risk financing at the JPIA. Jennifer also covers her background, FAQs, and current water industry trends, highlighting the importance of ACWA JPIA member education and service utilization, and addressing recent member challenges such as catastrophic property losses and cyber threats.

ACWA JPIA Risk Control Manager Robin Flint announces the 48th H.R. LaBounty Safety Award Winners!

The ACWA JPIA & ACWA Conferences are headed to Indian Wells, CA! Listen to this "Know Before You Go" episode for details about each conference's key events, locations, reminders, and more! ACWA JPIA's Fall Conference is November 27-28, 2023. For more info, visit: https://www.acwajpia.com/conference/ ACWA's Fall Conference is November 28-30, 2023. For more info, visit: https://www.acwa.com/events/2023-fall-conference-expo/ Remember to use the hashtags #acwajpia for ACWA JPIA's conference and #acwaconf for ACWA's!

ACWA JPIA recently announced boosted benefits for Cyber Liability Program Members with partners KnowBe4 and KYND. On episode of JPIA Five JPIA Director of Pooled Programs, Jennifer Jobe, helps us dive into the critical topic of cybersecurity with guests, Ben Duffy (KYND) and Ted Baturin (KnowBe4). Ben and Ted emphasize the importance of cybersecurity for California water agencies and beyond. They highlight the need for proactive cybersecurity measures, as human error and outdated systems pose significant vulnerabilities. KYND focuses on external vulnerability scans, aiming to reduce susceptibility and maintain insurability. KnowBe4 offers a platform for simulated phishing tests and training to enhance awareness and strengthen the human firewall. JPIA Members implementing and maintaining these services is straightforward, and both companies will provide support., as well as work with outsourced IT providers for added assistance. Taking a proactive approach to cybersecurity is essential to safeguard assets and ensure insurability. For more information on JPIA's Cyber Liability Program, visit: https://www.acwajpia.com/boosting-cybersecurity-protection-additions-to-the-2023-2024-cyber-liability-program/

Retired CEO Andy Sells and new CEO Adrienne Beatty explore the latest updates at JPIA. Discover what Adrienne and Andy anticipate for the future of JPIA and how staffing changes, such as Andy's retirement, impact the organization. Stay Connected with JPIA: We value the input of JPIA Members. Email member@acwajpia.com for assistance with questions you have regarding the JPIA programs your agency is enrolled in. To pitch a podcast topic guest or question, email podcast@acwajpia.com

Discussion of HR related issues with Tony Waterford and Cassie Crittenden. The Employment Hotline is available by calling 1-800-231-5742 ext 3123 or emailing employmentpracticeshotline@acwajpia.com

Kevin Phillips JPIA Director of Member Outreach talks about his new position with the JPIA, lessons learned from the Camp Fire, and advice for leaders.

Join JPIA General Counsel Robert Greenfield as he speaks with Jackie Rech, Employee Benefits Specialist, about ACWA JPIA's Employee Benefits Wellness Grant Program. The discussion includes who is eligible for a Wellness Grant, how to apply, Wellness Grant ideas, dos and don'ts, and what's new for the Wellness Grant program in 2023. To learn more about the ACWA JPIA Employee Benefits Wellness Grant Program, visit the Employer Tools tab at: https://www.acwajpia.com/wellness-information/

Join JPIA Training Manager, Sarah Crawford, and JPIA General Counsel Rob Greenfield as they interview Clint Camac, President of Leadership Development Network, discussing the knowledge and skills needed by leaders now and into the future, plus details about the popular JPIA Leadership Essentials for the Water Industry Program and new Jerry Gladbach Leadership Program Grant. For more information or to apply for the upcoming year-long JPIA Leadership Essentials for the Water Industry Program, visit: https://bit.ly/JPIALeadDev

The ACWA JPIA & ACWA Conferences are headed to Monterey, CA! Listen to this "Know Before You Go" episode for details about each conference's key events, locations, reminders, and more! ACWA JPIA's Spring Conference is May 8-9, 2023. For more info, visit: https://www.acwajpia.com/conference/ ACWA's Spring Conference is May 9-11, 2023. For more info, visit: https://www.acwa.com/events/2023-spring-conference-exhibition/ Remember to use the hashtags #jpiaconf for ACWA JPIA's conference and #acwaconf for ACWA's!

Sandra Smith lets our 28,000 covered employees and dependents know about the latest information regarding employee benefits.

JPIA CEO, Andy Sells, and ACWA Executive Director, David Eggerton, discuss current issues in water and advice on leadership

Join Risk Management Program Manager Robin Flint and Risk Advisor Jesse Cota for an informative discussion of risk management tools available to member districts.

In our season one finale, we welcome Ann Gergen, Executive Director of the Association of Governmental Risk Pools. Ms. Gergen gives our listeners insights into national trends in public entity risk pooling. She provides examples of ways pools have made a difference for their public entity members and what exciting trends she sees in the future of risk pools. Learn more about AGRiP at https://www.agrip.org/home We will see you back for Season Two very soon.

Join Laura Baryak and CEO Andy Sells to hear about the exciting and informative events at this year's Fall Conference. Thank you to David Hodgin and Cliff Diver Music . Reach out to JPIA Five at podcast@acwajpia.com

Dan Steele joins us to break down all your questions about billing and finance. How to understand your deposit premium invoice and all things billing from the JPIA

Rincon del Diablo Board member and EXCO Committee member David Drake tells about about the value of JPIA from a member's point of view and what is of interest on the horizon in the water world

Welcome to a special bonus episode of FIVE. Does your agency have remote workers? Do you know what to do to prevent injuries? In this bonus episode of FIVE, JPIA Workers' Compensation manager Melody Tucker provides an overview of what employers can do to prevent remote worker injuries and policies or procedures to consider implementing in relation to Workers' Compensation. Register for upcoming sessions of JPIA Hot Java and Hot HR Topics at https://www.acwajpia.com/resources-webinars/

Discover through a discussion with Robin Flint how the Risk Management team at JPIA works to reduce risk and prevents claims among JPIA members. Thank you David Hodgin and Cliff Diver Music. Subscribe and comment. Email us at podcast@acwajpia.com

Training Manager Sarah Crawford discusses all the incredible training resources available to our members and exciting new training tools coming soon. For more information on the upcoming JPIA Training Conference https://www.acwajpia.com/training-2/#Training-Annual-Conference

JPIA CEO Andy Sells joins us to talk about the history of the JPIA and valuable lessons on leadership. Thank you to Cliff Diver Music and David Hodgin. Subscribe and comment. Email us at podcast@acwajpia.com

Encroachment permits can protect members from large damage awards related to construction projects. Ms. Bauermeister has suggestions for our members on setting and following policy regarding encroachment permits. Thank you to Cliff Diver Music

Adrienne Beatty joins Five to discuss joining the JPIA team, what's ahead for our members, and trends in pooling across the nation.

Jennifer Nogosek shares her experience with members on how to get the most out of the liability and/or property programs. Thank you to David Hodgin and Cliff Diver Music. Contact us at podcast@acwajpia.com

Insights on the valuable resources available to members in the subject area of Administration and HR.

We are looking forward to seeing you at Spring Conference 2022. Enjoy a brief overview of what to expect. Thank you always to Cliffdiver Music for our music. Find more at https://cliffdiverambient.bandcamp.com/