Vallejo brings decades of investor relations experience to the Essential team

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announced today the appointment of Ed Vallejo as the company’s new investor relations director.

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Ed Vallejo named new Investor Relations Director for Essential Utilities (Photo: Business Wire)

“We are excited to welcome Ed to the Essential team,” said Essential Chairman and CEO Christopher Franklin. “With a wealth of experience in investor relations, including more than 20 years in the water and wastewater industry, Ed will be an invaluable asset to Essential as we tell our story of growth and operational excellence to investors and potential investors.”

As investor relations director, Vallejo will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with Essential’s shareholders and the overall financial community. His duties include crafting all investor-focused communications, including presentations and earnings materials.

"We are fortunate to have Ed join our team at this exciting time for Essential," said Brian Dingerdissen, Essential’s Vice President of Investor Relations and Treasurer. "His extensive knowledge and strategic mindset will be pivotal as we continue to grow our company and our investor base."

Vallejo joins Essential with more than 30 years of experience, most recently serving as the Managing Director-Investor Relations Advisory for INSPIR Group, a New York City-based investor relations strategy firm. He previously worked in various capacities in investor relations, investment banking and financial planning and strategy, among other roles.

Vallejo holds a Master of Business Administration from New York University’s Stern School of Business and a Bachelor of Science from New York Institute of Technology.

He serves on the Board for The Welcoming Center in Philadelphia, which promotes thriving communities through immigrant integration.

About Essential Utilities

Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. With a focus on water, wastewater and natural gas, Essential is committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, superior customer experience, and premier employer status. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.

Operating as the Aqua and Peoples brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across nine states. Essential is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S. Learn more at www.essential.co.

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Media Contact: David Kralle Vice President, Public Affairs Media Hotline: 1.877.325.3477 Media@Essential.co

Investor: Brian Dingerdissen Vice President, IR and Treasurer O: 610.645.1191 BJDingerdissen@Essential.co

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