Association for Commuter Transportation

💻 On November 7, Executive Director David Straus, TDM-CP will join a webcast hosted by the National Institute for Congestion Reduction about the TDM-CP credential. Registration is free to all, and you can sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eBjEeSaZ Attendees will hear from David and Sara Hendricks about new exam prep materials developed in tandem with Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR) at the University of South Florida. You're invited to learn all about them and how becoming a TDM-CP can enhance your credibility to help you stand out in the field!

I'm looking forward to speaking at ACT Forum in a couple of weeks, reconnecting with some old pals now that I'm back across the pond. Our session on Reactive vs Visionary Planning as part of "The TDM City" track speaks to some of my favorite topics in the industry - and includes both European and US mode shift lessons. Come by our session - and let's grab a coffee and explore Charlotte!  #TDMForum

We're proud to support the Association for Commuter Transportation next month, and we are looking forward to seeing all our fellow TDM nerds in beautiful Charlotte, North Carolina. 🤓 🚲 🚉 🚍 🚐 Want to meet up? Reach out to Kathryn Hagerman Medina or Victor F. so we can get together!

And just like that, we've wrapped the final #ImpACTLeadership round table of 2024! Today's speaker was Matt Meservy, PE, TDM-CP, who spearheaded a fantastic discussion about State DOT Topics and Issues. The cohort learned about Tennessee and TDOT, current TDM initiatives in the state, and key funding sources. What a strong note to end on! Thank you to each and every round table presenter for an unforgettable series of TDM education opportunities. We'll bring this year's Impactees together once more for their graduation at the #TDMForum.

At the Association for Commuter Transportation's upcoming #𝗧𝗗𝗠𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺, we're diving deep into the idea of rethinking how we plan our cities, with a full-day track focused on 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗧𝗗𝗠 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆—one built around our vision for a better journey for everyone, not just the predictions of existing models. This got me reflecting on some "What if" scenarios that challenge the status quo: 🌍 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 communities prioritized people over vehicles? 🚎 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 public transit riders were viewed as heroes? 🚴♀️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 cyclists were truly treated as equals on our roads? 💸 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 the allocation of transportation dollars matched our visions for the places we want to live? I invite you to add your own "What if" statements. Let’s dream bigger, push boundaries, and inspire change together! 👇 Drop your "What if" thoughts below and join us in Charlotte! #TDM #Sustainability #FutureOfCities 

👻 It may be spooky season, but don't ghost us on the latest edition of the Connections newsletter! This one is sure to thrill: https://lnkd.in/eqmyMmYK Take a look for: 🤝 Insights about how a multimodal approach can help build ridership from Corporate Partner Commute with Enterprise ✏ A piece about leveraging strategic messaging for pilot projects by Katie Marticke, TDM-CP 💡 A 2025-2026 board spotlight on incoming At-Large Director Allie Velleca, TDM-CP 📅 Dates and pricing details for 2025 ACT events 📜 A members-only resource about commuter transportation issues 🔍 A sneak peek about ACT's new and exciting International TDM Report ➕ And more!

ACT's DE&I Committee recently caught up with speakers from the #TDMForum Ensuring TDM for Everyone track. From insights about their upcoming sessions to advice about approaching DE&I in your organization and more, this month's All Aboard post is full of valuable takeaways: https://lnkd.in/dWrAV5Uv Check it out to hear from Jessica Alba, TDM-CP, Mason Chamblee, Tanisha J. Hall, AICP, TDM-CP, Shontay Rose, and Rosalind Tucker, TDM-CP. We hope you're just as excited to learn from them in Charlotte as we are!

As a parent who walks their kids home from school every day, drivers speeding through school zones is one of my biggest worries every day. Thanks to the Association for Commuter Transportation and NACTO (National Association of City Transportation Officials) for partnering with the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) to raise awareness and highlight safety success stories. Shelly Baldwin, Director of the Washington Traffic Safety Commission and GHSA Equity and Engagement Committee Co-Chair, shared how Washington state is working to slow drivers down and make it safer for students to get to and from school. Spoiler alert: Speed cameras work!

⏰ Today is the day! Safe School Trips from Coast to Coast will take place from 3-4 p.m. ET. It's not too late to register for this exciting webinar - do so here if you haven't already: https://lnkd.in/enwrx2Ve #FreeWebinar #SafeSchoolTrips #Webinar

Next month, I'll "graduate" from the Association for Commuter Transportation's #ImpACT! program at the 2024 #TDMForum. I had a blast in this program which resulted in, among other things, the creation of a resource (https://lnkd.in/gnK3FJ5A) that I hope many who are new to #TDM (Transportation Demand Management) will find useful; those who have been around a while will hopefully find it a good refresher! Thank you to my awesome group members for all the work, energy, and fun put into this project. I think it was the most balanced group work I've ever experienced (everyone showed up, did their part and more, and kept each other accountable while providing oodles of respect and support): Sabrina Green, PMP, TDM-CP, Christine Krolewicz, AICP, Michael Wandler, and Jennifer Sazehn. Thank you also to Elizabeth Arlette Denton and Allison Caravella for all the ACT support along the way. Thank you to the ACT Midwest (#midBest) Chapter for awarding me a scholarship to help enable my participation and promote Midwest member development. And last but not least, thank you to Tiffany Orth for supporting my participation in this wonderful professional development opportunity. #sustainabletransportation