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Brought to you by METRO Magazine, METROspectives discusses all the latest topics impacting mobility, public transportation, the private motorcoach industry and more.

  1. 4월 9일

    AC Transit’s Cecil Blandon on Leadership, Mentorship, and a Career in Transit

    In this episode of Bus Tech Talk, Co-Hosts Mark Hollenbeck, business development manager at Complete Coach Works, and Alex Roman, Executive Editor at METRO, are joined by Cecil Blandon, director of maintenance at AC Transit in Oakland, California. Our conversation was so in-depth that we’ve split it into two parts. In Part 1, Blandon shares his journey from the U.S. Marinesto a leadership role in public transit, along with insights on mentorship and professional growth within the industry. Stay tuned for Part 2, which will take a deeper dive into AC Transit’s world-class maintenance program, including its approach to technology, innovation, and the operational excellence. Topics include: ·        Growing up with a wrench in his hand. ·        From the military to the public transitindustry. ·        Mentoring and apprenticeship programs. ·        Training and opportunities at AC Transit Make sure you're signed up for the METRO Express newsletter, so you don't miss another METROspectives.   Sign up for the METROExpress newsletter.   Follow and connect with METRO Magazine on social media! Connect with METRO on LinkedIn. Like METRO on Facebook. Follow METRO on Twitter.

    26분

  2. 3월 20일

    Inside The Bus Coalition’s Push for Stronger Federal Transit Investment

    On the latest episode of METROspectives, leaders from The Bus Coalition (TBC) sat down with Executive Editor Alex Roman to discuss the organization’s evolving role in shaping federal transit policy and advocating for stronger investment in bus systems nationwide. With surface transportationreauthorization approaching, the coalition is focused on ensuring that bus and bus facility programs remain a central priority in Washington. In this conversation, TBC’s Executive Director Ed Redfern,President Corey Aldridge, and Washington Representative Joel Rubin outline the coalition’s key policy priorities, the challenges facing transit agencies, and how industry stakeholders can work together to strengthen the voice of bus transit at the federal level. Topics include: ·       How TBC’s priorities have evolved ·        Issues impacting membership ·        The Surface Transportation Bill outlook ·        How to get involved in advocacy efforts

    25분

  3. 3월 18일

    Inez Evans-Benson on Leadership and the Future of Transportation

    In this episode of METROspectives, METRO Magazine spoke with Inez Evans-Benson, SVP and deputy transit and rail market leader for WSP in the U.S., about the line between customer experience and customer satisfaction.Drawing on decades of industry experience, Evans-Benson offered insights into the differences between the two, along with tips for better customer engagement and more. Topics include: ·    The differences between customer satisfactionand the customer experience. ·        How to prioritize the customer. ·        Innovating to increase customer satisfaction. ·        How to better engage customers. Make sure you're signed up for the METRO Express newsletter,so you don't miss another METROspectives.   Sign up for the METROExpress newsletter.   Follow and connect with METRO Magazine on social media! Connect with METRO on LinkedIn. Like METRO on Facebook. Follow METRO on Twitter.   Prefer to listen? Check out the METROspectives podcast! Subscribe or Follow METROspectives on: ApplePodcasts Spotify  AmazonMusic  Audible iHeartRadio

    20분

  4. 3월 5일

    How AI and Innovation Are Powering the Future with LYT’s Timothy Menard

    In this episode of METROspectives, METRO Executive EditorAlex Roman sits down with Timothy Menard, Founder and CEO of LYT, to talk about how AI and intelligent technology are reshaping public transit operations. Menard discusses how data-driven signal prioritization isimproving efficiency, reliability, and ridership, while offering insight into the innovations driving the next generation of smart mobility. Together, they explore how technology and collaboration are paving the way for a more connected, sustainable future in transit. Topics include: ·        The changing face of public transit. ·        The current and future evolution of technologyin transit. ·        Overcoming hurdles when implementing newtechnologies. ·        Future Trends Make sure you're signed up for the METRO Express newsletter,so you don't miss another METROspectives.   Sign up for the METROExpress newsletter.   Follow and connect with METRO Magazine on social media! Connect with METRO on LinkedIn. Like METRO on Facebook. Follow METRO on Twitter.   Prefer to listen? Check out the METROspectives podcast! Subscribe or Follow METROspectives on: ApplePodcasts Spotify  AmazonMusic  Audible iHeartRadio

    32분

  5. 2월 4일

    Establishing Standards & Codes in Canada, with CSA’s Ana-Maria Tomlinson

    In this episode of METROspectives, METRO’s Executive EditorAlex Roman sits down with Ana-Maria Tomlinson, Director of Strategic & Cross-Sector Programs at the Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group). With deep expertise in standards development and cross-sector policy alignment,Tomlinson shares how CSA is helping shape the future of safety, accessibility, and resilience across North America's transportation systems. We explore the evolving role of transit standards, includinghow they're responding to emerging technologies, climate change, and the growing need for equity and sustainability. Tomlinson also highlights the importance of cross-sector collaboration, the value of stakeholder engagement,and how CSA ensures its standards reflect the real-world needs of both operators and riders. Topics include: ·     Why standards and codes are crucial as Canadiantransit continues to grow. ·     Bringing together stakeholders to shape thefuture. ·      Shaping the program around existing standardsand codes worldwide. ·      Setting an aggressive timetable for a four-partprocess. Make sure you're signed up for the METRO Express newsletter,so you don't miss another METROspectives.   Sign up for the METROExpress newsletter.   Follow and connect with METRO Magazine on social media! Connect with METRO on LinkedIn. Like METRO on Facebook. Follow METRO on Twitter.

    27분

  6. 2025. 12. 04.

    Colin Parent on ‘The Powerless Brokers’ and the Politics of Transit Change

    In this episode of METROspectives, METRO’s Executive EditorAlex Roman sits down with Colin Parent, Executive Director and General Counsel at Circulate San Diego, to discuss his recent report, “The Powerless Brokers,” and what it reveals about how decisions get made — and too often stalled — in public transit in California, as well as the rest of the US. With a background spanning law, public policy, and advocacy,Parent brings a nuanced perspective on what it takes to make transit projects happen — and why accountability, mentorship, and leadership development are essential to the future of urban mobility. Topics include: ·    The genesis of ‘The Powerless Brokers’ and howhis report came about. ·    Systemic issues with permitting despite votersupport for public transit. ·    Possible changes that could help speed theprocess and eliminate current issues. ·    How these issues apply to other regions, as wellas Federal funding. Make sure you're signed up for the METRO Express newsletter, so you don't miss another METROspectives.

    26분

  7. 2025. 11. 20.

    Taking Forest River to the Next Level and More with Doug Wright

    When Doug Wright stepped in as President of Forest River Bus & Van in March 2025, his goal was clear — take a strong company and make it even stronger. In this conversation, METRO Executive Editor Alex Roman talks with Wright about Forest River’s journey so far, what’s driving its successtoday, and his vision for the future. Topics include: ·        COVID’s Impact on the company and industry. ·        Transporting the most vulnerable members ofsociety. ·        Controlling customer service. ·        Issues facing bus manufacturing now. Make sure you're signed up for theMETRO Express newsletter, so you don't miss another METROspectives.   Sign up for the METROExpress newsletter.   Follow and connect with METRO Magazine on social media! Connect with METRO on LinkedIn. Like METRO on Facebook. Follow METRO on Twitter.   Prefer to listen? Check out the METROspectives podcast! Subscribe or Follow METROspectives on: ApplePodcasts Spotify  AmazonMusic  Audible iHeartRadio

    30분

  8. 2025. 10. 29.

    Being a Woman in Transportation, Mentorship, and More with Hotard's Julie Chalmers

    Julie Chalmers was recently named one of METRO’s 2025 Women in Transportation. Recently, Executive Editor Alex Roman had a chance to talk to Chalmers, GM at Hotard Coaches Inc. in New Orleans, about being a leader in a historically male-dominated industry, providing mentorship to other women, career milestones, and much more.   Topics include: Getting her start in the motorcoach industry. Hurdles faced as a woman in transportation.How Hotard has evolved over the years.Attracting women into the motorcoach industry.

    21분
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Brought to you by METRO Magazine, METROspectives discusses all the latest topics impacting mobility, public transportation, the private motorcoach industry and more.

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