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Transit DispatchesJanuary 23, 2020

Hire me because I'm the best, not because I'm a woman

My name is Laura Wilbanks and I'm the chief marketing officer for Thomson Reuters. I have over 25 years’ deep marketing experience...

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Newsby StaffJanuary 14, 2020

Latinos in Transit names new president, board officers

Alva Carrasco, who serves as transit and rail market lead, zero emissions bus for Northern California, at WSP USA will take on the role of president.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 14, 2020

C-TRAN appoints new deputy CEO

Monica C. Fowler will also serve as the agency’s treasurer, with oversight of budget, finance, accounting, grants, and procurement

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Newsby StaffJanuary 6, 2020

Denver's RTD selects candidates for interim GM/CEO position

The board will interview the preliminary candidates during one or more special meetings to be held as necessary.

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ArticlesCover StoryJanuary 6, 2020

Successful ways to attract, retain women in the transportation industry

Promote the desired perceptions of the organization, connect early with students, provide flexible workplaces, and a welcoming culture.

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NewsDecember 18, 2019

Students’ tour of TriMet rail ops sparks interest in transit engineering

Engineering and rail training supervisors provided insight into rail operations, as well as hands-on demonstrations of its systems.

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Articlesby Alex RomanDecember 10, 2019

Key Steps to Finding a New Public Transit CEO

The changing face of public transportation’s role in communities is having an impact on transit boards when they are searching for a new leader.

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Newsby StaffDecember 4, 2019

Majority of global workforce ready to shift jobs, upskill due to new tech

Germany, France, UK, Canada, and US are some notable countries where residents are less willing to spend significant time on learning.

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Transit Dispatchesby Louie MaielloSeptember 17, 2019

Delivering 'clear, consistent message' during bus operator training key

Until this is the norm, confusion, frustration, and discouragement will set in and compromise the best efforts of a new candidate.

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ArticlesSeptember 12, 2019

Touting Growth Potential Key to Recruiting Bus Techs

Virtually every transit agency in America is experiencing a shortage of bus technicians as skilled baby boomers retire in growing numbers.

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