San Antonio Water System Executive and Leadership Team

Marilize Hogendoorn, the Chief Financial Officer at San Antonio Water System, directs all fiscal planning and capital allocation strategies. Overseeing the utility's budgetary health, the Chief Financial Officer ensures alignment with long-term infrastructure investment goals. This leadership role involves managing complex rate structures and securing funding for critical water projects across the Texas region. By optimizing financial performance, Marilize Hogendoorn directly impacts the stability of public utility services. Ultimately, Hogendoorn secures the necessary capital to maintain reliable irrigation and water delivery systems for the entire community. Through rigorous oversight of financial reporting and risk management, the Chief Financial Officer maintains transparency with stakeholders and the City of San Antonio. This position requires constant coordination with the Board to ensure fiscal responsibility while meeting the evolving demands of a growing population, thereby guaranteeing the continued operational viability of the entire utility network.

Cecilia Velasquez, the Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at San Antonio Water System, manages the comprehensive financial architecture and economic strategy of the utility. Overseeing the treasury functions and long-range financial forecasting, the Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer ensures the organization maintains a robust balance sheet to support large-scale water infrastructure projects. This leadership role involves navigating complex regulatory environments and optimizing revenue streams to fund essential irrigation services throughout the region. By implementing advanced financial modeling, Cecilia Velasquez directly impacts the long-term sustainability of the utility's capital improvement programs. Ultimately, Velasquez secures the financial foundation required for future expansion and technological upgrades. Through the oversight of accounting departments and the management of debt portfolios, the Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer provides the necessary economic guidance to support the utility's mission, ensuring that every dollar invested contributes to the reliable delivery of water to the community.

Andrea Beymer, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at San Antonio Water System, directs the daily technical operations and maintenance of the entire water and irrigation network. Overseeing the field crews and engineering teams, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality water services across the service territory. This leadership role involves managing large-scale infrastructure projects and responding to operational challenges to maintain system reliability. By optimizing field performance and maintenance schedules, Andrea Beymer directly impacts the efficiency of the utility's physical assets. Ultimately, Beymer executes the strategic vision for operational excellence, ensuring that all water delivery systems meet safety and environmental standards. Through the coordination of complex logistics and the management of technical staff, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer maintains the integrity of the utility's infrastructure, supporting the essential needs of the City of San Antonio and surrounding areas.

Jaime Castillo, the Senior VP, Operations Support Innovation & Chief of Staff at San Antonio Water System, drives technological advancement and internal process efficiency. Overseeing the integration of modern digital tools into utility operations, the Senior VP, Operations Support Innovation & Chief of Staff ensures that the organization remains at the forefront of water management innovation. This leadership role involves coordinating cross-departmental initiatives to streamline service delivery and enhance customer engagement across the service area. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, Jaime Castillo directly impacts the operational agility of the utility. Ultimately, Castillo executes strategic projects that modernize infrastructure and improve resource distribution efficiency. Through the management of staff operations and the implementation of innovative support systems, the Senior VP, Operations Support Innovation & Chief of Staff facilitates seamless communication between executive leadership and field teams, ensuring that all operational goals align with the broader mission of providing reliable water services.