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companies ABLE BUSINESS SERVICES (EXHIBITOR) Able Business Services is a family-owned and operated business with more than 30 years of experience. We’re proud to be South Florida’s choice for professional, dedicated, and reliable commercial cleaners and janitorial equipment and supplies suppliers. Able Business Services uses tried and tested cleaning processes and state-of-the-art cleaning systems. www.ablebusinessservices.com AECOM (INDUSTRY PARTNER) AECOM is built to deliver a better world. We design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments, businesses and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm, we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure to resilient communities and environments, to stable nations, our work is transformative, differentiated, and vital. See how we deliver what others can only imagine at www.aecom.com and @AECOM

APTA (SILVER SPONSOR) The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is a nonprofit international association of 1,500 public- and private-sector organizations which represent a $80 billion industry that directly employs 448,000 people and supports millions of private sector jobs. APTA members are engaged in the areas of bus, paratransit, light rail, commuter rail, subways, waterborne services, and intercity and high-speed passenger rail. This includes: transit systems; planning, design, construction, and finance firms; product and service providers; academic institutions; transit associations; and state departments of transportation. APTA is the only association in North America that represents all modes of public transportation. APTA members serve the public interest by providing safe, efficient and economical transit services and products. www.apta.com

ARDMORE RODERICK (FRIEND OF COMTO) Ardmore Roderick (AR) is a full-service infrastructure engineering firm providing design, construction management, program management, and land surveying services to government and private transportation, utility, and facility industries. www.ArdmoreRoderick.com

B2GNOW (EXHIBITOR) B2Gnow is the nation’s leading supplier diversity, procurement, and grant management software provider, and has been powering business opportunities and driving economic growth for more than 20 years. B2Gnow’s cloud-based, cost-effective and modular software platform is utilized by hundreds of government, education and private sector organizations throughout the US, and addresses all aspects of supplier diversity, procurement, and grant management, including: managing the complex compliance and regulatory requirements of supplier diversity programs, facilitating meaningful increases in spending with disadvantaged firms, increasing visibility and optimizing the procurement process, and efficiently providing data management solutions for granting and pass-through government transportation agencies. www.b2gnow.com

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BROWARD COUNTY (CHAMPION SPONSOR) Broward County is a county located in Southeast Florida. It is the second-most populous county in the state of Florida and the 17th-most populous in the United States, with more than 1.94 million inhabitants as of the 2020 census.[9] Its county seat and largest city is Fort Lauderdale, which had more than 180,000 people in 2020. Host and Sponsor of the 2022 NMTC. www.COMTOFtlauderdale.org

CENTRAL FLORIDA EXPRESSWAY AUTHORITY (FRIEND OF COMTO) The Central Florida Expressway Authority’s (CFX) mission is to build, operate and maintain a mobility network through accountability, fiscally sound practices, and a community focus. CFX is an independent agency of the state that owns, operates, and maintains a regional network of expressways for 3.3 million residents and more than 72 million visitors in Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties. CFX’s 125-mile user-funded system includes 65 lane miles, 73 interchanges, 14 mainline toll plazas, 5 mainline gantries, 74 ramp toll plazas and 343 bridges and eight named expressways. Visit us at: www.CFXway.com

CERM (EMERGING LEADERS RECEPTION ) Corporate Environmental Risk Management (CERM) is a premier firm of engineers, scientists, planners, and surveyors that specializes in the pursuit of innovative and client-centered solutions. Since 1995, CERM has provided customized solutions to its energy, environmental, facilities, federal, transportation and resources clients throughout the Southeastern United States.

CLEVER DEVICES (BRONZE SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR) Clever Devices is a leading provider of technology solutions for all modes of public transportation including fixed-route, bus rapid transit, para transit and rail. Our solutions enhance mobility and help meet the public transportation challenges of communities around the world. Based in Woodbury, NY with offices in the United States, Canada, Italy and Brazil, Clever Devices is a privately held company. www.cleverdevices.com

COMTO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (2023 HOST CHAPTER RECEPTION) COMTO SoCal has assumed an active role in establishing numerous programs that energize and strengthen the communities we serve. We believe education is a core foundation for excellence in transportation and any other field of study. Our mission and commitment are to provide internships, mentorships, and financial support to minority students to help them maximize their educational potential. COMTOSouthernCal.org

CUBIC (EXHIBITOR) Cubic is a technology-driven, market-leading global provider of innovative, mission-critical solutions that reduce congestion and increase operational effectiveness and readiness through superior situational understanding.

ECOMPLY SOLUTIONS (EXHIBITOR) As a technology leader with decades of experience, eComply Solutions offers the most suited-solution for automated Labor Compliance and Diversity Management. Built to accommodate, eComply is highly configurable and scalable for custom reporting without additional cost. We deliver outcome-based results that guarantee a return on investment. Always Audit-Prepared, Always Compliant! www.ecomplysolutions.com

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ESPOUSAL STRATEGIES, LLC (COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTS AND CHAPTER OFFICERS MEETING SPONSOR) Espousal Strategies, LLC is a boutique government, community, and public affairs firm focused on collaborative problem solving, equity & inclusion, issue lobbying, and coalition building. Led by Founder Johnell Bell, a government affairs, public engagement, and transit equity leader - and Principal Equity Officer for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program in Oregon and Washington. Espousal features a diverse team of professionals providing clients with strategic counsel and creative, winning solutions. Espousal Strategies meets each client’s needs with a seamlessly integrated array of expertise and insight. www.Espousal Strategies.com

FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (EXHIBITOR) The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) mission is to prevent crashes, fatalities, and injuries involving commercial trucks and buses. FMCSA develops safety and regulatory standards for commercial driver’s licenses; analyzes data and sponsor’s research; and promotes enforcement and education. www.fmcsa.dot.gov

FIRST TRANSIT, INC (EXHIBITOR) First Transit, Inc. supplies efficiency, innovation, and all-around expertise to both public and private transportation. Operating for more than 60 years, First Transit is the nation’s leading provider of public transportation and management services. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we operate in more than 300 locations, carrying more than 300 million passengers throughout 41 states, Puerto Rico and Canada. www.firsttransit.com

HATCH (SILVER SPONSOR) Whatever our clients envision, Hatch can create. With more than six decades of experience, we understand your business and challenges. We respond quickly with solutions that are smarter, more efficient and innovative to create positive change for our clients, employees, and the communities we serve. Find out more on www.hatch.com.

HILLSBOROUGH TRANSIT A UTHORIT Y HDR (GOLD SPONSOR & NAME BADGE/LANYARD SPONSOR) For more than a century, HDR has partnered with clients to shape communities and challenge the boundaries of what’s possible. Our expertise spans 10,000 employees, in more than 225 locations around the world—and counting. Our engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services bring an impressive breadth of knowledge to every project. Our optimistic approach to finding innovative solutions defined our past and drives our future. www.hdinc.com

HILLSBOROUGH TRANSIT AUTHORITY (HART) (FRIEND OF COMTO) Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) is the public mobility provider in Hillsborough County, the fourth most populated county in Florida. HART serves a population of more than 1.4 million residents in the cities of Tampa and Temple Terrace, and parts of the county’s unincorporated areas. Its total service area covers 1,000 square miles. HART operates fixed-route bus service, van service of door-to-door paratransit, and manages the 2.7-mile TECO Line Streetcar System along 11 stations. www.gohart.org

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HNTB (INDUSTRY PARTNER) HNTB Corporation understands the lifecycle of infrastructure and addresses clients’ most complex technical, financial, and operational challenges. We deliver infrastructure-related services, including planning, design, program, and construction management. Our culture is defined by integrity, technical excellence, and providing quality work on time and on a budget to our clients’ satisfaction. www.hntb.com

JACKSONVILLE TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (JTA) (GOLD SPONSOR) The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is a state agency serving Jacksonville and Northeast Florida with multimodal responsibilities. The JTA provides public transit services, and is a builder of roads and mobility infrastructure. Public transportation services include BRT and bus service, paratransit, the St. Johns River Ferry, Skyway, ReadiRide and other mobility options. www.jtafl.com

JACOBS (INDUSTRY PARTNER) At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $14 billion in revenue and a talent force of approximately 55,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sectors. www.jacobs.com

LATINOS IN TRANSIT (LIT) (SILVER SPONSOR) Founded in 2016, Latinos in Transit (LIT) was created to promote the advancement and development of Latinos and other minorities in transportation. Membership is made up of public and private transportation professionals from across the nation who meet regularly to network, share information and celebrate the professional development of all members. www.latinosintransit.org

MASABI (PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPONSOR) Masabi is bringing Fare Payments-as-a-Service to public transit agencies and authorities of all sizes around the globe. This enables the delivery of the latest fare payment innovations quickly, using a platform that is constantly updating and adding new features. Not only does this improve the journey experience for passengers, but it helps agencies keep up with the pace of technology change while reducing the total cost of fare collection. For more information visit www.masabi.com.

MEMPHIS AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY (MATA) (TRANSPORTATION INNOVATION TRACK SPONSOR) The Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) is the public transportation provider for the Memphis area. As one of the largest public transit operators in the state of Tennessee, MATA transports customers in the city of Memphis and parts of Shelby County on fixed-route buses, paratransit vehicles and vintage rail trolleys. The system is governed by a policy board appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Memphis City Council www.matatransit.com

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MIAMI-DADE DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION (FRIEND OF COMTO) The Miami-Dade Aviation Department oversees operations at Miami International Airport (MIA) and four general aviation (GA) airports in the Miami area, which together generate $31.9 billion in business revenue and support more than 275,000 direct and indirect jobs. MIA leads the way, handling more than 46 million passengers and more than two million tons of cargo annually, placing it among America’s busiest international passenger and cargo airports.

MIAMI-DADE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS (CHAMPION PARTNER ) The Department of Transportation and Public Works for Miami-Dade County is the 15th largest public transit system in the country and the largest transit agency in the State of Florida. With approximately 4,000 employees, DTPW is one of the largest departments in Miami-Dade County government serving a population of 2.8 million residents.

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL (FRIEND OF COMTO) Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services with practices that encompass all facets of infrastructure, including design, civil engineering, planning, architecture, environmental, construction and program management. For more than 80 years, the company has been a trusted partner to commercial clients all branches of the military and federal, state and municipal governments, providing comprehensive services and solutions. Embracing emerging technologies and the latest innovations – like intelligent transportation and design-build project delivery, Michael Baker is an industry leader that delivers expertise and quality. The firm’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to Making a Difference for clients and communities through a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement while reimagining Michael Baker to become a full-service engineering and consulting firm over the next five years. To learn more, visit www.mbakerintl.com

MILHOUSE (WELCOME BAG SPONSOR) Milhouse is a full-service engineering design firm offering expertise in civil, mechanical, electrical, structural and environmental engineering, as well as construction and program management. Where others just see another project, we are driven by a desire to deliver greatness—for our clients and our communities. www.milhouseinc.com

MV TRANSPORTATION (SILVER SPONSOR) “For more than 40 years, MV Transportation has provided safe, reliable, affordable transportation to cities, counties, municipalities, and other jurisdictional entities, as well as private corporations, non-profit agencies, and community organizations. We currently support 230 active transit contracts in 28 states and 3 Canadian provinces. For additional information, please visit www.mvtransit.com

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PORTMIAMI (FRIEND OF COMTO) PortMiami is one of America’s fastest-growing global gateways. It contributes more than $43 billion annually to Miami-Dade County’s local economy and supports over 334,500 jobs in Florida. Located at the crossroads of north-south and east-west trade lanes and with big-ship capabilities, PortMiami serves ocean carrier customers by linking worldwide markets with U.S. consumers and producers.

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (RTA) (FRIEND OF COMTO) The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) is the transit agency charged with regional financial oversight, funding and transit planning for the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Pace Bus and ADA Para transit. The RTA region serves two million riders each weekday in six counties with 7,200 transit route miles throughout Northeastern Illinois. www.rtachicago.org

THE ROUTING COMPANY (EXHIBITOR) The Routing Company is an on-demand vehicle routing and management platform that partners with cities to power the future of public transit. Made up of MIT researchers and ride-share industry veterans, The Routing Company builds smart, sustainable transit solutions that are more reliable and accessible than other mobility options. Our core technology, developed over five years of MIT research, was featured in The Verge, BBC, and hailed by CNN as “a striking example of the potential around ride sharing.

SOMAT ENGINEERING, INC (FRIEND OF COMTO) Somat Engineering, Inc. is a consulting engineering firm established in 1986. Specializing in infrastructure engineering solutions vital to urban and rural communities, Somat delivers innovative, timely and costeffective solutions. Somat has eight offices throughout Michigan, Ohio and Washington, DC., providing a diverse portfolio of comprehensive Geotechnical & Construction Engineering consulting services as well as Civil, Structural, and Environmental services that support our core disciplines. www.somateng.com

SWIFTLY (EXHIBITOR) Swiftly has created the first big data platform specifically designed for transportation data and operations. Swiftly works with more than100 city transit networks around the world to improve arrival predictions and complete planning projects faster, resulting in increased ridership, fewer passenger complaints, and more efficient transit operations. www.goswift.ly

SYSTRA USA (CEO SUMMIT LUNCH) SYSTRA USA is a leading consulting and engineering firm dedicated exclusively to the rail and mass transportation industry. Distinguished in this market, SYSTRA’s work centers on delivering planning, design, engineering, and program and construction management solutions to rail and transit agencies throughout the United States. We have been offering services in the United States since 1985. From high speed, commuter, intercity rail, and metros to light rail, electric and autonomous vehicles, and bus systems, we deliver innovative solutions that move the world forward.

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TRANSIT COOPERATIVE RESEARCH PROGRAM (TCRP) (EXHIBITOR) The Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) develops near-term, practical solutions to problems facing public transportation. TCRP provides you access to public transportation-related research reports, and products. www.apta.com/research-technical-resources/tcrp/

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (EXHIBITOR) Headquartered in Austin, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is organized by administration, districts and divisions. TxDOT’s workforce is made up of engineers, administrators, financial experts, designers, architects, sign makers, accountants, purchasers, maintenance workers, travel counselors and many other professionals who work together to realize the TxDOT mission: Connecting you with Texas. www.txdot.gov

TRANSDEV (EXHIBITOR & CHARGING STATION SPONSOR) Transdev is the largest private-sector operator of multiple modes of transit in North America. Transdev is committed to being the trusted partner of cities and transit authorities through quality execution and innovations in mobility. Its parent company, Transdev Group, is a leading global operator and integrator of mobility operating in 18 countries and providing passengers every day the freedom to connect to what they care about in their cities. www.transdevna.com

TRAPEZE GROUP (FRIEND OF COMTO) Trapeze Group works with public transit agencies and their communities to develop and deliver smarter, more effective, public transit solutions. For more than 25 years, Trapeze has been here for the journey, evolving with our customers around the world to help them move people from point A to Z, and everywhere in between. www.trapezegroup.com

TRIUNITY, INC. (FRIEND OF COMTO) Triunity provides engineering and program/construction management services for some of the nation’s most challenging transportation and infrastructure projects. Founded on designing communications and controls systems in the transit industry, Triunity has continued to broaden its engineering capabilities to include rail systems, ITS and electrical. Our PM/CM capabilities include program management, project controls, scheduling, and utility coordination.

UNITED SAFETY AND SURVIVABILITY CORPORATION (EXHIBITOR) As a global leader in the design and engineering of world-class safety, United Safety and Survivability Corporation is committed to delivering the most innovative and reliable safety and survivability solutions that our customers can trust to protect life and property across a wide range of industries. www.unitedsafetycorporation.com

UZURV (FRIEND OF COMTO) UZURV is an Adaptive Transportation Network Company (TNC) that helps agencies, organizations, nonprofits, and communities deliver safe, reliable, and affordable transportation using adaptive mobility technology and a network of FTA compliant drivers. www.uzurv.com

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VONTAS (FRIEND OF COMTO) Reimagining and delivering intelligent transportation systems that empower communities to choose transit through real-time technology, we help you create a smart, safe, reliable, accessible, and more connected public transit experience.

WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY (WMATA) (CONFERENCE APP SPONSOR) The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, commonly referred to as Metro, is a tri-jurisdictional government agency that operates transit service in the Washington metropolitan area. WMATA was created by the United States Congress as an interstate compact between the Washington D.C., the State of Maryland, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. www.wmata.com

WSP USA (PREMIER PARTNER AND INDUSTRY PARTNER) WSP USA is a leading engineering and professional services consultancy firm. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals serving the transportation, buildings, energy, water and environmental markets. At WSP USA, we believe that the diverse talents and backgrounds of our people enable us to offer a broader range of capabilities and solutions for our clients. www.wsp.com

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