Empowering Women in Industry will be honoring 11 inspiring women at the gala in several categories, including Engineer of the Year, Tradeswoman of the Year, and Mentor of the Year.

Brookhart has been with Liberty for 22 years, and she has served in a variety of positions including sales and marketing, customer service and manufacturing.

Meet Audrey Monell, president of Forrest Anderson Plumbing & Air Conditioning Inc.

The SWA Leadership Development Council will host the event on Sept. 5, which will include a Rinnai tour and training in Atlanta.

The appointment comes as CEO Larry Davis steps down to begin his role as president of Fairmont Supply Co.

Davis replaces Tony Dodds, who resigned as president and CFO to pursue other opportunities.

Nelson is responsible for all sales management activities in the region for plumbing, waterworks, irrigation, and all other non-industrial customers.

The program aims to end illegal dumping through street cleanups, community outreach, and new partnerships.