2026 Webinars

All webinars are free to NWRA members and $25 to non-NWRA members

June 11, 2026 - Why Water Rights Matter

The Hidden Balance Sheet Beneath the Basin: How to Value, Protect & Strategically Leverage Water Rights as Financial Assets

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Presented by Michelle Stricklin, Founder | CPA, Meliora Consulting PLLC

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Water rights are often overlooked in traditional financial reporting, yet they carry significant economic and strategic value. As scarcity increases, these rights behave like high‑impact intangible assets that can strengthen an organization’s financial position.

Key Takeaways

  • Water rights belong on your strategic balance sheet.

  • Proper valuation and documentation are essential.

  • Leveraging water rights can materially improve financial strength.

July 9, 2026 - Why Water Rights Have Unique Tax Treatment

Tax Flow, Not Just Water Flow: Understanding the Tax Lifecycle of Water Rights

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Presented by Michelle Stricklin, Founder | CPA, Meliora Consulting PLLC

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Water rights don’t fit neatly into traditional tax categories. Their classification varies by state, type, and use, making proactive planning essential to avoid costly mistakes.

Key Takeaways

  • Water rights require specialized tax treatment.

  • Proper structuring at acquisition prevents future issues.

  • Leasing and transfers carry unique tax implications.

  • Documentation and classification are critical for compliance.

August 13, 2026 - Why Water Scarcity Is a Financial Issue

From Drought to Dollars: Building Financial Resilience in a Water‑Scarce Future

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Presented by Michelle Stricklin, Founder | CPA, Meliora Consulting PLLC

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Water scarcity affects operational costs, regulatory exposure, and long‑term planning. Organizations must integrate water‑related risk into their financial models to remain resilient.

Key Takeaways

  • Water scarcity must be integrated into financial planning.

  • Modeling risk improves decision‑making and capital allocation.

  • Strategic investments can transform constraints into advantages.

NWRA hosts webinars that are free to NWRA members and
$25 for non-NWRA members.

If you would like to host/instruct a webinar please contact
Tina Triplett at admin@nvwra.org or 775-473-5473. 

 NWRA will provide:

  • Management of online logistics, registration process, attendee participation, etc.

  • Assistance for presenters with Zoom controls, attendee chat and questions, trial run upon request

  • CEU/PDH credit application and attendee certificates of attendance

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  • Request for desired day and time (2 hour maximum)

  • Maximum number of attendees that the presenter prefers

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