In this episode of Exec Exchange, host Piers Clark converses with Matt Clemson, Division President at Oldcastle Infrastructure, USA. They discuss the journey of Oldcastle from being a traditional concrete and pipe company to a holistic water infrastructure solution provider. Matt shares his career background, the challenges and opportunities faced by Oldcastle, and the integration of digital solutions such as CivilSense™ AI platform and predictive analytics in water management. The conversation highlights the importance of early engagement and detailed collaboration between utilities and suppliers to address complex water infrastructure problems effectively.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:04 Matt Clemson's Background and Role

02:29 Oldcastle Infrastructure's Evolution

03:45 Digital and Smart Solutions

05:51 Client Relationships and Success Stories

10:49 AI and Predictive Analytics in Water Infrastructure

12:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections

In this episode of the Exec Exchange podcast, host Piers Clark welcomes back Jocot de Dios, Chief Executive at Manila Water. Jocot reflects on his four-year tenure, discussing his hands-on management style and his focus on both business achievements and sustainability goals. He highlights significant accomplishments, including elevated water narratives in the Philippines, record financial performance, and sustainability milestones. As he prepares to leave the water sector, Jocot shares his hopes and challenges for the water sector globally and locally, emphasizing the need for elevated focus and investment in the industry. He concludes with advice for young professionals entering the water sector, encouraging them to gain diverse experiences across different roles and industries.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview

01:08 Jocot de Dios' Management Style

03:10 Achievements at Manila Water

04:52 Challenges and Regrets

09:01 Future of the Water Sector

11:36 Advice for Future Leaders

12:43 Conclusion

In this inaugural 2026 episode of the Exec Exchange podcast, host Piers Clark reflects on the journey and impact of the podcast over the past year. Through an interview by Dr. Jo Burgess, Piers discusses the origins of the Exec Exchange, its focus on human leadership stories within the water sector, and highlights some remarkable interviews. The episode provides a comprehensive review of the learning and inspiration shared by global water sector leaders, while also teasing future activities including technical discussions and site visits.

Key interviews include:
1. Oleksandr Syenkevych, Mayor of Mykolaiv, Ukraine, recounting a significant water supply disruption;
2. Philippe De Roux discussing water supply in low-income areas;
3. Doa Ross on Las Vegas’s long-term drought management;
4. Mike Webster on Cape Town’s water crises;
5. Natasha Avendaño on emergency water restrictions;
6. Nuno Brôco on resilience during a massive power outage in Portugal;
7. David Ryan dealing with the Kangaroo Island bushfires;
8. Shaun Cumming on integrating First Nations values at Barwon Water;
9. Will Pickering’s lead pipe replacement program in Pittsburgh;
10. Khalid Mehmood on Pakistan’s flood recovery efforts; and
11. Ernie Lau’s account of the Red Hill fuel spill in Honolulu.

00:00 Introduction to the Exec Exchange

00:42 The Genesis of Exec Exchange

02:12 Highlighting Key Interviews

03:26 Challenges in Water Sector Leadership

06:28 Innovative Solutions and Resilience

16:48 Personal Favorites and Audience Choices

20:58 Looking Ahead: Future Plans for Exec Exchange