Latinos In Transit Launches 'Legacy Tour' Marking 10 Years of Impact
The tour reflects LIT’s commitment to supporting professional growth, collaboration, and opportunity for individuals at all career stages within the transit industry, according to LIT officials.
The LIT Legacy Tour will culminate in Columbus, Ohio, alongside LIT’s Leadership Summit and 10-Year Gala, bringing together members and partners from across the country for a capstone celebration honoring the organization’s impact and future vision.
Latinos In Transit
- Latinos In Transit is launching a nationwide series of events called The LIT Legacy Tour to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
- The tour aims to bring together members, partners, board members, and supporters through community gatherings, networking, conference engagements, and fundraising events.
- The goal is to promote professional growth, collaboration, and opportunities for individuals across different career stages within the transit industry.
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Latinos In Transit (LIT) is launching The LIT Legacy Tour: Celebrating 10 Years of Impact — a nationwide series of events marking a decade of service, growth, and community-building across the US.
The LIT Legacy Tour is a cross-country engagement effort designed to bring together LIT members, partners, board members, ambassadors, and supporters through a variety of activations, including community gatherings, networking events, conference engagements, and fundraising experiences.
The tour reflects LIT’s commitment to supporting professional growth, collaboration, and opportunity for individuals at all career stages within the transit industry, according to LIT officials.
“Over the past 10 years, LIT has grown into a national organization serving professionals across the public transportation industry,” said Christina Villarreal, executive director of LIT. “The LIT Legacy Tour celebrates the people, partnerships, and progress that have shaped our journey, while continuing to strengthen connections and support the future of the transit workforce.”
LIT’s Legacy Tour
Throughout the tour, attendees will have opportunities to connect directly with LIT leadership, learn more about the organization’s programs and services, and support initiatives focused on mentorship, career advancement, workforce development, and industry engagement.
The tour also highlights LIT’s presence at major industry conferences and community events, reinforcing its role as a trusted national partner and convener.
Planned Legacy Tour stops include:
- Oakland, California
- Phoenix
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Salt Lake City
- Dallas
- Seattle
- Houston
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Washington, D.C.
- Baltimore
- Chicago
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Columbus, Ohio
The LIT Legacy Tour will culminate in Columbus, Ohio, alongside LIT’s Leadership Summit and 10-Year Gala, bringing together members and partners from across the country for a capstone celebration honoring the organization’s impact and future vision.
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The LIT Legacy Tour is a nationwide series of events celebrating 10 years of impact by Latinos In Transit, focusing on community-building, networking, and professional growth in the transit industry.
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