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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Frank Girardot, Senior Director of Communications at  BYD | RIDE. Curt and Frank highlight the recent NSTA visit to BYD | RIDE Headquarters in Pasadena, CA. The duo outline the trip and discuss the successful partnership between BYD | RIDE and the Union at their Lancaster, CA manufacturing facility. Frank discusses the importance of their initiative on hiring individuals who face barriers to entering the workforce.  Lastly, Curt and Frank discuss some of their favorite films. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!
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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Alec Petrillo, Director of Advocacy and Membership Engagement. Curt and Alec highlight the upcoming 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN from July 21-24, 2024. The due discuss some of the evening events at the Conference such as the Welcome Reception at the Johnny Cash Museum and the President's Dinner at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Curt encourages listeners to nominate individuals for the 2024 NSTA Awards Program, which is currently open.   Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!
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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn Josh Blackmun, President of Eagle Wireless, an NSTA Vendor Partner. The duo delve into the Eagle Wireless safety management system for Krapf School Bus. Josh outlines strategies to improve safety and reduce loss runs. Curt and Josh discuss how "gamifying" driver behavior to improve safety habits.   Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!
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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews Martin Staples, CEO of Transportant, an NSTA Vendor Partner Member. Martin delves into his background and what led him to Transportant. Martin outlines the current supply chain situation and its roots from the Covid-19 pandemic and current bottle necks. Martin and Curt outline some best practices for supply chain management. The duo cover the recent Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, MD.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!
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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn wraps up the Celebration of Women's Month with Carina Noble, Senior Vice President of Communications and External Affairs, National Express, and Immediate Past President of NSTA. Carina highlights John Elliott, Sr. and the impact he had her career and her personally. Carina and Curt outline how the value of NSTA and the importance of being stronger together as Contractors work together for common goals in the industry. The duo then delve into the importance of the NSTA Advocacy Team, specifically the importance of the annual Capitol Hill Bus-In. Carina encourages NSTA Members to participate in the event, even if they haven't attended previously.  Lastly, Carina and Curt discuss the ongoing March Madness Tournaments for both the Men and Women's brackets.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!
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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn continues the celebration of Women's History Month as he interviews Shelly Hall, SVP of Health and Safety, Student Transportation of America. Shelly outlines her background and journey into the yellow bus industry. She recounts winning the NSTA Golden Merit Award this past summer at the 2023 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Pittsburgh, PA. Shelly and Curt outline how the industry can attract more women. Lastly, Shelly offers advice to women currently in the industry. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too! 
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