Hesam Rashidi is a Sr. Scientist & System Architect at IT Curves, where he designs and deploys large-scale, AI-driven mobility and routing systems. He holds a PhD in Transportation Engineering from the University of Toronto, with a focus on optimization and operations research for real-world logistics and on-demand transportation. His work mainly focuses on human-centered AI. Hesam has led the design of end-to-end optimization pipelines, from data ingestion and modeling to real-time decision support, with applications in microtransit, paratransit, last-mile delivery, and dynamic routing.

Dr. Masoud Hamedi is the Director of Data Science and Analytics at Iteris, responsible for data driven research and development in the transportation analytics space. He works closely with the development team and users to make sure that Iteris's data analytics products continue to grow and stay competitive in the industry. His team of data scientists explore applications of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence methods to create descriptive and predictive models for transportation safety and mobility. Masoud has a BSc in Computer Science, Masters in Systems Engineering and graduated from University of Maryland with a PhD in Transportation Engineering.

Senior Transportation Engineer with 18+ years of progressive experience traffic operations, signal optimization, traffic signal design and roadway design projects. Skilled in design processes, from preliminary to final engineering design preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E). Strong experience in conducting traffic analyses and design tasks with focus on quality, schedule, budgets and client service. Proficient in Project Management, Scheduling, Procurement and Contract Award, and Contract Administration.

Brian leads WSP's Digital Services group nationally. For over two decades at WSP he has specialized in the design, development, integration and operations of technology solutions across multiple markets. His experience includes Software Management, Geospatial Applications, Asset Management, Data Science, AI Tools, Remote Sensing, Connected and Automated Vehicle Deployments, IT, Cybersecurity, ITS solutions.

Dan leads Jacobs' Digital and Data Integrated Solutions for Transportation group and brings a deep understanding of integrating transportation engineering, planning, and geospatial analytics into practical, high impact tools. With 20 years of experience in transportation planning, freight analysis, corridor studies, and data driven decision support, he has guided complex planning efforts involving freight mobility, trade and supply chain analysis, network needs assessments, project prioritization, stakeholder engagement, and implementation strategies for major transportation programs. Dan specializes in developing advanced data applications that translate complex datasets into intuitive planning tools, including the integration of probe data to support mobility analysis, performance monitoring, and scenario evaluation. His work spans multimodal freight planning, port and border connectivity analysis, feasibility studies, and investment decision support, all strengthened by his expertise in geospatial analytics and visualization. Dan's leadership ensures that digital planning applications are not only technically robust but also aligned with the real-world needs of public agencies, enabling more informed, transparent, and data driven transportation decisions.

Preston Judkins is a Traffic Engineer, ITS Project Manager, and Senior Director of Engineering and Software with 18 years of experience delivering ATMS, signal operations, and ITS solutions across North America. His experience spans statewide, county, regional, tollway, and city deployments in East Coast, Midwest, Canada, and the Middle East. Preston holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin and the University of Illinois and serves on the Transportation Research Board Traffic Signal Systems Committee and the ITS Midwest Board.

John Fagan serves as WSP's Vice President of Intelligent Mobility. Highly regarded for his knowledge of emerging markets and a thorough understanding of the transportation sector, his client-centered approach is widely recognized in state and regional communities. John has more than 20 years of experience in the transportation industry, developing solutions and serving as a subject matter expert to transportation departments and agencies on financial and operational matters concerning safety protocols, backoffice solutions and revenue maximization. John's career includes several former commitments with industry leaders across the public safety and mobility sectors which has contributed to his proven track record of developing solutions to meet or exceed client expectations. John's excellent strategic planning, relationship building, and product and business development skills have allowed him to stay at the forefront of innovation, while helping to define the future of the transportation landscape.

Mariia Zimmerman serves as the Director of Rail and Public Transportation for the Commonwealth of Virginia. She brings to this role her 30 years of transportation industry experience working in the public, private and non-profit sectors. Zimmerman most recently served as the Founder and Principal of MZ Strategies, LLC, a Richmond-based planning and policy firm, where she assisted dozens of states, regions and organizations across the country to adopt transit-oriented development policies and implement transportation projects and plans that improve transportation mobility and access. Over her career, she has been involved in a number of transportation planning projects across the Commonwealth. Mariia previously held executive positions at the U.S. Department of Transportation where she was a senior member of Secretary Buttigieg's leadership team overseeing implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. She served as Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy and was a Co-Director of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Implementation Team. In these roles, she managed several major discretionary grant and technical assistance programs and oversaw policies and programs advanced by the Federal Transit Administration and Federal Railroad Administration to allocate historic federal funding to expand rail and public transportation service in urban and rural communities. Prior to launching MZ Strategies and her time at USDOT, Mariia served as Deputy Director of Sustainable Housing and Communities at the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, and as Vice President for Policy with Reconnecting America and the Center for Transit Oriented Development. She co-founded the national non-profit, Transportation for America, and worked for several years on capitol hill for Congressman Earl Blumenauer. Mariia began her public service at the Federal Transit Administration during the Clinton Administration after working for transportation planning and engineering firms in her home state of Minnesota. She and her husband have raised their family in Virginia. Mariia has served on numerous local and national boards and commissions including the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority, the Arlington Transportation Commission, and the Shared Use Mobility Center, among others. She holds advanced degrees from Penn State and the University of Minnesota and has been a Visiting Fellow with Virginia Tech's Metropolitan Institute.

A native Richmonder. Founder and CEO of StreetLight Data for 15 years, a pioneering transportation analytics and Big Data company out of Silicon Valley. SVP or Data and Digital for transportation at Jacobs Engineering, after StreetLight's acquisition by Jacobs in 2022. Before StreetLight, worked at the Rocky Mountain Institute and then the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Electric Vehicles. PhD in Energy and Resources from UC Berkeley, dissertation focus on Transportation and Climate Change. Undergrad in Literature from Yale.

With more than 32 years of dedicated public service at the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, LaTrice Ampy has built a distinguished career grounded in innovation, operational excellence, and strategic leadership. Throughout her tenure, she has consistently championed initiatives that improve organizational performance, enhance transparency, and deliver meaningful results for both employees and the citizens the agency serves. Today, LaTrice serves as the leader of the agency's portfolio management efforts, directing enterprise-wide initiatives that align investments with strategic priorities and measurable outcomes. Through her leadership, the agency has strengthened visibility into projects and initiatives across departments, enabling smarter decision-making, improved collaboration, and greater accountability throughout the organization.

As a Deputy Director for Transportation with the City of Alexandria, Hillary oversees transportation, mobility and transit planning and engineering with a strong focus on smart mobility government innovation. She is passionate about connecting local governments with one another—and with private and academic partners—to share knowledge, test new ideas, and accelerate how cities harness data and technology to solve real-world challenges. Hillary is currently excited about: Connecting local governments innovation, building digital cities, advancing transportation technology, shaping strategic plans for the future, and generally doing cool projects with cool people. Hillary serves on the Board of Directors for ITSVA.

Robert A. "Bob” Schneider, PhD, is the Executive Director of the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC), which operates as OmniRide. OmniRide is the premier Northern Virginia express service along with a growing local bus network stretching from Front Royal to DC, and then DC to Fredericksburg. A 25+ year transit veteran, Bob was Executive Director at The COMET in Columbia, South Carolina, General Manager at ValleyRide in Boise, Idaho and Chief Operating Officer for Knoxville Area Transit. He holds a PhD in political science from the University of Tennessee, and still wonders when jet packs will start showing up in transit.

Allan Fye serves as the Deputy Director of Rail and Public Transportation for the Commonwealth of Virginia. He brings to this role two decades of transit industry experience focused on policy, strategic planning, and coordination in local and Federal government, regional bodies, and transit agencies. Mr. Fye most recently served as a Senior Director at LA Metro leading strategic planning for passenger rail in Southern California. Allan has held leadership positions in Virginia at the City of Alexandria and the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission, overseeing a broad portfolio of transit initiatives, including planning for high-capacity BRT corridors in Alexandria, implementation of capital investment projects, overseeing and modernizing TDM efforts, growth and development of NVTC's groundbreaking Commuter Choice program (partnership with DRPT, VDOT and CTB to invest toll revenue in multimodal corridors across Northern Virginia), strategic planning (Zero-Emission Buses, Transit Technology) and legislatively directed transit funding efforts (Chair of Technical Working Group for Sen. Ebbin's SJ28 Northern Virginia Growing Needs of Transit Joint Subcommittee). Allan has successfully completed two of Eno's prestigious leadership programs - Transportation Mid-Manager (TMM) and Transportation Senior Executive (TSE) - and leveraged those skills to become a thoughtful, strategic leader. Allan holds a Master of Public Administration (Urban & Regional Affairs) and Bachelor of Arts (Political Science) from the University of Pittsburgh.

Dr. Zhitong Huang is the Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV) Program Manager at the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), where he leads statewide initiatives related to connected and automated transportation technologies. He oversees CAV planning, deployment, stakeholder engagement, policy development, and cross-agency coordination to support transportation safety, mobility, and operational performance across Virginia. He also represents VDOT on national committees and working groups focused on CAV research, strategy, and implementation.
Prior to joining VDOT, he worked at a leading transportation and technology consulting firm supporting the Federal Highway Administration Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory. With more than 21 years of transportation experience, he has led over 30 projects in connected and automated vehicles, AI applications, digital twins, transportation simulation and modeling, and traffic operations management.