Ignite Innovation Talks (Innovation Summit 2025)

Recorded On: 09/17/2025

Get ready for a fun, fast-paced, and informative session featuring several dynamic speakers, offering perspectives from both transit agencies and businesses. This session promises to be an exciting showcase of cutting-edge ideas and creative solutions, providing a quick glimpse into the future of public transit. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and energized by the latest advancements!

Speakers:

  • Anette Landeros, Chief Strategy Officer, Trinity Metro
  • Ian Thistle, Manager, Ridership Analysis, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
  • Scott Traum, Manager, Data and Research, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
  • Elizabeth Wiesner, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Engagement, MBTA
  • Rob Bryans, Strategy and Partnerships Principal, Via
  • John Weston, Executive Director Maintenance Operations, Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet)
  • Severin Skolrud, Emerging Tech Lead, Fleet & Facilities, WSP
  • Jessie Rubin, Senior Manager of Performance & Innovation, BART

Master of Ceremonies:

  • Angela Schwarz, National Transit and Rail Leader, WSP

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Ignite Innovation Talks
Open to view video.  |  60 minutes
Open to view video.  |  60 minutes