We are pleased to announce that Anna Boyles, Technical Director at Stantec and long-standing South East Area committee member, has been awarded Fellow Membership (FIWater), the Institute of Water’s highest grade of membership.
This well-deserved recognition reflects Anna’s outstanding contribution to the water sector, her professional expertise and her continued commitment to both the industry and the Institute of Water.
Anna has been an active member of the Institute of Water South East Area Committee for more than 10 years, holding several volunteer roles including South East Area Chair from 2022 to 2024. Throughout her time with the Institute, she has supported national initiatives, contributed to membership working groups and strategy sessions, and been a passionate advocate for member engagement and professional development.
In her role as Technical Director at Stantec, Anna is a respected industry leader with extensive experience across operations, environmental performance and strategic leadership. Alongside her professional achievements, she has dedicated significant time to supporting others through mentoring, coaching and volunteering.
Reflecting on Anna’s achievement, Sarah McMath, CEO at MOSL, South East Area Past President and Institute of Water National President 2026, said:
“I first worked with Anna when she approached me to become President of the South East Area, of which she was about to become Chair. From the outset, I was impressed by Anna’s no-nonsense, professional approach to everything she does. She is well organised, has a vast network of contacts, and her gentle humour draws people to work with her. Few people understand wastewater operations as well as Anna does, and her leadership style inspires people to strive to be their best selves every day. I cannot think of anyone more deserving of an IWater Fellowship than Anna.“
Paul Holton, Head of Customer Transformation at Southern Water, Institute of Water Fellow and South East Area Past Chair, commented:
“This nomination gets my total backing. Anna has been a massive support for the SE Area over last 10 years.”
Sam Over, Assistant Environment Manager at Thames Water and South East Area Secretary, said:
“I can only echo everything you have already said about the legend that is Anna Boyles! So well deserved and I hope she gets the recognition – she has done so much to support me personally over the years, and so many others! “
Lydia Dareheath, Senior Public Affairs & Policy Manager at Anglian Water and South East Area Forum Representative, added:
“This is a really thorough and well written nomination, nothing to add from me. Well done! “
Jamie Jones, Asset Strategy Manager at Portsmouth Water and South East Area Vice Chair, also expressed his support:
“This recognition is extremely well deserved.”
Congratulations to Anna on being awarded Fellow Membership (FIWater), a well-deserved recognition of her contribution to the water industry and the Institute of Water.” 🎉
