Women in Water 2026: Caroline Dunkel of SediVision in WaterWorld

For Women’s History Month, WaterWorld published a feature on Women in Water. Mandy Crispin, Head of Content for the publication, reached out to 59 women at all levels of the industry for their input on seven questions covering life in the water industry from their perspective. Caroline Dunkel, Senior Data Analyst for SediVision, was a participant in this insightful interview, and we’re happy to share her responses.

What is one lesson your career has taught you that you wished you had learned sooner?

(Read all responses to this question at WaterWorld)

“Networking. Networking. Networking. Relationships matter just as much as your skills and work experience. I used to see networking as something I’d do if I had time; now I treat as vital to my role and an opportunity to learn, grow, and share as I connect with others.”

Caroline Dunkel, Senior Data Analyst, SediVision

What advice would you give to women entering the water industry today, especially those early in their careers?

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“Put your thoughts and ideas down on paper. Progress can start with a rough draft; it doesn’t have to be perfect. If ideas come up in meetings, write them down and offer to take the first pass or draft.

A coworker gave me this advice years ago, and I think it made a big impact in my growth and continued learning and development. Taking initiative by documenting ideas helps move conversations into action and builds trust. It can also demonstrate your willingness to lead.”

Caroline Dunkel, Senior Data Analyst, SediVision

Can you share a moment when mentorship, sponsorship, or peer support made a meaningful difference in your career?

(Read all responses to this question at WaterWorld)

“Be intentional about finding a company that believes in developing its staff. I believe that has made all the difference in my career. Starting as an intern, I had mentors who challenged me, invested in my growth, and opened doors as I advanced into leadership.”

Caroline Dunkel, Senior Data Analyst, SediVision

What change, big or small, would you most like to see to better support women working in water?

(Read all responses to this question at WaterWorld)

“I love women’s networking events and would love to see them continue to grow through corporate support and women in the water industry committing to participate.

More accessible women’s networking events that foster mentorship, visibility, and community are crucial to women staying in the industry. No one is going to do the work for us; we as women in the industry have to put in the work.

It’s hard to become what you haven’t seen, and these spaces make leadership feel possible.”

— Caroline Dunkel, Senior Data Analyst, SediVision

How has working in the water sector shaped your perspective on leadership, service, or impact?

(Read all responses to this question at WaterWorld)

“Leadership in water is about stewardship. When we know better, we have a responsibility to do better, especially in an industry that directly affects public health and trust, and everyone’s future.”

Caroline Dunkel, Senior Data Analyst, SediVision

Read the introductory letter from Mandy Crispin and all the interesting and thought-provoking input from women across the water industry here: Women in Water 2026.

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