Age 59 | Director since 2013 Skills Senior Leadership Public Company Board Human Capital Management Sustainability, Governmental, Public Policy Cybersecurity Financial/Capital Allocation Industry Chairman, President and CEO, California Water Service Group Skills and Experience Relevant to Group Mr. Kropelnicki is well positioned to lead the Group s management team and give guidance and perspective to the Board. His experience as the former CFO of the Group provides expertise in both corporate leadership and financial management, and his management experience enables him to offer valuable perspectives on our strategic planning, rate making, and budgeting, along with operational and financial reporting. He has over 34 years of experience in finance and operations, including 15-plus years as CFO at publicly listed companies. Career Highlights California Water Service Group Chairman, President & CEO (2023 to present) President and CEO (2013 to 2023) President and COO (2012 to 2013) Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (2006 to 2012) Other Positions Chair, National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) Member, NAWC Board of Directors and Executive Committee Director and Executive Committee Member, Bay Area Council Other Positions Member, California Foundation on the Environment & Economy Member, Silicon Valley Leadership Group Industry Awards and Recognition Awarded United States Navy Memorial s Naval Heritage Award (2016) Education Master of Arts, Economics, San Jose State University Bachelor of Arts, Economics, San Jose State University