Join us for a one-day event of training and development that’s filled with sessions that will help to grow transit board administrators’ knowledge.
Who Should Attend: This event is specifically designed for those who are responsible in their public agencies to coordinate the work and agenda of their Transit Board of Directors.
To attend this event, attendees must register and pay a separate fee of $199.
Please Note: On the Registration Page, you may register for TRANSform and add the Transit Board Administrators Development Day plus the additional fee of $199 OR you may register for only the Transit Board Administrators Development Day and pay only the $199 fee.
Registering for just the Transit Board Administrators Development Day does not allow you access to TRANSform sessions and events.
APTA Program and schedules are subject to change.
| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
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TDD: Lunch and Learn: Follow-Up on Board Meeting Action Items for Your GM/CEO and Board
This session is designed to provide you with the tools you need to track task progress, check project status, and address new challenges to keep the team moving forward.
Speaker(s): Facilitator: Josefina Chavira, Assistant Board Administrator, Dallas Area Rapid Transit
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM CDT
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2026100314:3014:45 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT
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TDD: Wearing Multiple Hats and Collaborating Across Departments: Building Relationships That Achieve Effective Results
Wearing multiple hats and working across departments enables a transportation agency to break down silos, share vital data, and deliver projects more efficiently. Cross-team collaboration builds trust and aligns goals among engineering, planning, and operations.
Speaker(s): Speaker: Kirra Pressey, Executive Assistant, Salem Area Mass Transit District Facilitator: Dana Infalt, Sr. Executive Assistant to CEO, Clerk of the Authority, Manager Board & Exe, Spokane Transit Authority
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2026100316:0017:00 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Friday, Oct 02, 2026 |
Friday, Oct 02, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM CDT
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2026100219:0020:30 000 | FRI, OCT 2 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
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2026100309:4510:00 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM CDT
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TDD: Multi-Generational Communication: Ensuring Effective Communication for All Transit Riders
This session plan aims to help transit agencies enhance communication for bus riders across multiple generations. It outlines specific strategies tailored for young digital natives, tech-resistant seniors, and everyone in between.
Speaker(s): Facilitator: Tiffany Martin-Patterson, Secretary to Deputy GM and Board of Directors, Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART)
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2026100310:0011:15 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM CDT
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2026100313:0013:15 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
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TDD: Politics: How to Politically Advocate for Transit: Creating and Sharing Policies for Staff and Board Members.
This session helps board members and staff learn how to advocate effectively within legal rules and regulations. It covers ethics, lobbying limits, and public advocacy strategies. Speaker(s): Facilitator: Tiffany Martin-Patterson, Secretary to Deputy GM and Board of Directors, Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART)
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2026100313:1514:30 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM CDT
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TDD: Opening/Introduction
Speaker(s): Facilitator: Jennifer Ellison, Chair, APTA TBA Subcommittee; and Chief Board Affairs Officer, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
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2026100308:3008:45 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM CDT
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2026100307:3008:30 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Sunday, Oct 04, 2026 |
Sunday, Oct 04, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
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2026100413:0014:00 000 | SUN, OCT 4 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM CDT
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TDD: What is Top of Mind for TBAs?
Kick off your TBA Development Day at APTA Transform by voicing what inspires you. This 'open mic' session creates a powerful opportunity to share insights and tackle challenges within your organization.
Speaker(s): Facilitator: Jennifer Ellison, Chair, APTA TBA Subcommittee; and Chief Board Affairs Officer, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
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2026100308:4509:45 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
2:45 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
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TDD: Fiscal Discussion: Funding, Fares, and Service Levels
This session focuses on funding and service levels in public transportation. We will explore how transit agencies secure funding and balance service quality with riders' needs. Attendees will gain insights into budget planning, community outreach strategies, and ways to enhance local transit routes. Speaker(s): Speaker: Cleveland Ferguson, EVP/CAO, Jacksonville Transportation Authority Facilitator: Kathryn Smith, Immediate Past Chair, APTA Transit Board Administrators Subcommittee; Board, Jacksonville Transportation Authority
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2026100314:4516:00 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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| Saturday, Oct 03, 2026 |
Saturday, Oct 03, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
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2026100318:0020:00 000 | SAT, OCT 3 |
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