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Hospitality Net
26-05-2025
- Business
- Hospitality Net
Carrie Williams has been appointed General Manager at Aspen Meadows Resort
Salamander Collection has appointed Carrie Williams as the new general manager of Aspen Meadows Resort. A hospitality and operations professional who has called the Aspen area home for 20 years, Williams will assume the role on June 14. The AAA Four Diamond-rated resort, which attracts visitors, families and corporate retreats from around the world, recently completed a comprehensive renovation of its spacious guest accommodations and stylish reception and opened its acclaimed new restaurant West End Social. Williams currently serves as managing director of operations and facilities for the Aspen Institute, which owns Aspen Meadows. Since 2020 she has served as a strong liaison for the resort helping driving capital projects, leading sustainability and key housing initiatives, and completing a variety of renovation projects. Managed by Salamander Collection, which was founded by Sheila Johnson, Aspen Meadows features 98 suites and is located on 40 beautiful acres surrounded by picturesque mountain views. A secluded sanctuary, the resort is the original home of the Aspen Institute and brings Aspen's past and present to life with unique art and history alongside ample access to the outdoors and mountain recreation. Throughout the year, Aspen Meadows hosts the Institute's famed array of programming, including the Aspen Ideas Festival. Prior to joining the Aspen Institute in 2020, Williams was director of operations at The Limelight Hotel in Aspen and held various leadership roles at The Little Nell, where she developed a deep appreciation for exceptional food and wine paired with warm, attentive service. Originally from Pennsylvania, she is a passionate animal lover, enjoys fine food and wine, and discovering new flavors and experiences wherever she goes. Away from her desk, you'll find her traveling abroad, fishing, or diving.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
OHS extends deadlines for child care programs seeking accreditation
Oklahoma's child care providers tasked with meeting new 5-star accreditation rules will now have more time to meet those requirements. Oklahoma Human Services and the Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness collaborated to revise emergency rules, extend deadlines and support accreditation for child care centers across the state, according to a joint press release from the agencies. Revised child care emergency rules, released by OHS in 2023, required 'all 5-star child care programs to obtain accreditation from a nationally recognized accrediting organization approved by Child Care Services at Oklahoma Human Services in order to maintain their current quality rating,' the release reads. The updates made by OHS and OPSR are part of a plan to strengthen the infrastructure of early child care and to support providers to meet the elevated standards, the release said. The changes include OHS reopening the submission portal and extending the deadline to June 20 for licensed providers who are submitting proof of application for accreditation or achieved accreditation. Providers who can't meet the Sept. 1 deadline 'for full national accreditation may request an extension in writing,' the release said, and those extensions must be submitted no later than Sept. 12. For providers showing 'substantial and verifiable progress toward accreditation,' an extension will be granted through Dec. 31. Providers who demonstrate they have 'completed all necessary steps toward accreditation' could receive an additional extension to Dec. 31, pending the accrediting body's final decision. Federal funds of $500,000 from the Preschool Development Grant will also be used to help programs working toward accreditation. The funding will cover self-study kits and accreditation-related materials, and offer hands-on support through regional Child Care Resource and Referral offices. 'We're committed to ensuring Oklahoma children receive the highest quality care,' said Jaesha Quarrels, director of child care services for OHS. 'National accreditation is the gold standard, and these new supports and adjusted timelines will help providers meet that goal while keeping our child care system strong.' Carrie Williams, executive director of OPSR, said the agency is proud to offer support to providers through the Preschool Development Grant. 'By partnering with Oklahoma Human Services and the Legislature, we've created new, realistic options for providers committed to reaching national accreditation,' Williams said. The grant may help child care providers across the state, who lost federal pandemic funding for their programs in September 2024. But new emergency subsidized child care rules set in place by OHS last year have caused a mixed bag of problems. 'In 2022, only about 300 facilities in the state were able to reach the highest star level, which at the time required national accreditation. Smaller providers say accreditation is too costly and time-consuming, so many were stuck at the mid-tier reimbursement rates,' according to a March article by The Frontier. The new five-star Quality Rating and Improvement System – previously a three-star rating system – helped give child care centers alternate pathways to achieve accreditation and program incentives. 'Within two years, about 1,000 child care facilities were newly rated at the highest level, according to agency data,' The Frontier reported. But a jump in child care facilities drove up rates for families seeking subsidized child care, prompting OHS to roll out emergency rules to 'reduce the number of families eligible to receive the child care subsidy and make it easier to lower provider's star ratings, as well as bring back national accreditation requirements for the highest star levels,' The Frontier reported. The new emergency subsidy rules drew criticism from the public and caused financial and staffing concerns for child care providers. In January, OHS revised the emergency rules again – ultimately not changing the subsidy eligibility rules, but once again requiring national accreditation, The Frontier reported. The extended deadlines are meant to help providers maintain national accreditation while still following OHS' Child Care revised rules, which go into effect this year.
Business Wire
22-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
American Water Charitable Foundation Awards Over $1.5 Million through 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program
BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced on Earth Day, that it awarded a combined total of $1,650,510 to 79 organizations in 12 states, supporting communities served by American Water through the 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program. 'The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support projects and programs focused on clean water, conservation, environmental education and water-based recreation across American Water's national footprint,' said Carrie Williams, President, AWCF. 'Shirley Heinze Land Trust is proud to partner with the American Water Charitable Foundation as a 2025 Water and Environment grant recipient, focusing on improving our Ivanhoe South Community Development and Education Initiative in the City of Gary, Ind.,' said Kristopher Krouse, Executive Director, Shirley Heinze Land Trust. 'Funding will help improve walkability, safety, create a gathering space, as well as engagement programming at the Ivanhoe South Nature Preserve, a globally rare dune-and-swale habitat. We are grateful for this phenomenal support from the American Water Charitable Foundation, in collaboration with Indiana American Water, to make Ivanhoe South a community asset to be proud of, improve overall quality of life, and make this significant land and water resource relevant to surrounding communities.' Grant recipients positively impact communities served by American Water's regulated subsidiaries in California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Regional events to celebrate local efforts are forthcoming. 'The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support projects and programs focused on clean water, conservation, environmental education and water-based recreation across American Water's national footprint,' said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. "The Water and Environment Grant Program allows us to continue focusing on our core passion of water while engaging community members in learning how every drop counts." The Water and Environment grant is part of the Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, which focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. Due to the volume of grant applications received, each application was evaluated on a competitive basis. The Foundation strives to fund programs with a strong impact and measurable outcomes within its funding priorities. Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation and the 2025 Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program 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 6,700 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 and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About American Water Charitable Foundation The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
American Water Charitable Foundation Awards Over $1.5 Million through 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program
Recipients include 79 nonprofit organizations across American Water's national footprint CAMDEN, N.J., April 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced on Earth Day, that it awarded a combined total of $1,650,510 to 79 organizations in 12 states, supporting communities served by American Water through the 2025 Water and Environment Grant Program. "Shirley Heinze Land Trust is proud to partner with the American Water Charitable Foundation as a 2025 Water and Environment grant recipient, focusing on improving our Ivanhoe South Community Development and Education Initiative in the City of Gary, Ind.," said Kristopher Krouse, Executive Director, Shirley Heinze Land Trust. "Funding will help improve walkability, safety, create a gathering space, as well as engagement programming at the Ivanhoe South Nature Preserve, a globally rare dune-and-swale habitat. We are grateful for this phenomenal support from the American Water Charitable Foundation, in collaboration with Indiana American Water, to make Ivanhoe South a community asset to be proud of, improve overall quality of life, and make this significant land and water resource relevant to surrounding communities." Grant recipients positively impact communities served by American Water's regulated subsidiaries in California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. Regional events to celebrate local efforts are forthcoming. "The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to support projects and programs focused on clean water, conservation, environmental education and water-based recreation across American Water's national footprint," said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. "The Water and Environment Grant Program allows us to continue focusing on our core passion of water while engaging community members in learning how every drop counts." The Water and Environment grant is part of the Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, which focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. Due to the volume of grant applications received, each application was evaluated on a competitive basis. The Foundation strives to fund programs with a strong impact and measurable outcomes within its funding priorities. Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation and the 2025 Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program here. About American WaterAmerican 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 6,700 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 and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. About American Water Charitable FoundationThe American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Alicia BarbieriDirector, Corporate Communications and External AffairsAmerican Water(856)
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
American Water Charitable Foundation Supports Kentucky Communities Affected by Storms and Floods
CAMDEN, N.J., April 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it provided a $15,000 grant to the American Red Cross, during the Kentucky Red Cross telethon, to support communities impacted by heavy rains and flash floods in Kentucky. "Kentucky American Water, together with the American Water Charitable Foundation, is proud to support families and communities impacted by the recent floods," said Robert Burton, president, Kentucky American Water. "Access to safe, clean drinking water is critical in our daily lives and in times of emergencies. We hope this contribution can provide some assistance and relief to the residents of these impacted communities." Funding is in addition to a $10,000 grant provided to the American Red Cross earlier this year to support Kentucky communities impacted by flash floods. The Foundation's Disaster Relief Grant Program is designed to increase the impact of American Water employee donations made in response to natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, fires and other extraordinary disaster events. Additionally, the American Water Charitable Foundation is also a member of the Red Cross Disaster Responder Program, which proactively funds disaster relief and helps ensure the organization is better prepared to meet the needs of those affected by disasters, both big and small, across the U.S. "In addition to the American Red Cross Disaster Responder Program, the American Water Charitable Foundation proudly supports local chapters throughout American Water's national footprint," said Carrie Williams, president, American Water Charitable Foundation. "We are pleased to join others who have offered their time and resources to support those affected by the storms and floods in Kentucky. We extend our sincere appreciation to the American Red Cross who help charitable dollars get to where they are needed most." Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation here. About American WaterAmerican 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 6,700 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 and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. American Water Charitable FoundationThe American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water, focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit About Kentucky American WaterKentucky American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 527,000 people. View source version on Contacts Media Contacts Kentucky American Water ContactSusan LanchoSenior Manager, External and Government AffairsKentucky American Water(859) American Water Charitable Foundation Contact Alicia BarbieriDirector, Corporate Communications & External AffairsAmerican Water(856)
