WELCOME
Association of Travel Instruction
24th Annual Conference
July 30 - August 1, 2024
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Welcome to Charlotte!
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#ATICharlotte
We're thankful to have you here! Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning, we're excited to embark on this journey together. Feel free to explore, engage and make yourself at home. Let's create something wonderful!
Bus Pass Information
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is providing bus passes free of charge for conference attendees!
Attendees using the passes will be required to download the CATS-Pass mobile app, create an account, and input the code ATICON24 during check out to zero out the balance. The pass will remain in the user’s wallet until they activate when ready to use. Day passes are valid for 24-hours and can be used on both rail and bus. The code (ATICON24) is active 7/29/24 through 8/3/24.
If attendees already have the CATS-Pass app, scanning the QR code provided to attendees will put the pass in their cart, and take them to the screen to enter the promo code. If they do not have the app, scanning the code should take them to the app store to download. This code can be used once per accountholder.
Thank you, CATS!
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Our Sponsors
Platinum Level
Sponsoring the Conference Annual Award Luncheon
Transdev is proud to sponsor the 2024 ATI National Conference
Platinum Level
Sponsoring the Conference Annual Award Luncheon
Thank you to Thomas Curtis and the Curtis Family Charitable Fund for continuing to be a supporter of ATI's vision and the ATI Conference! Learn more about the Juanita Curtis memorial scholarship here.
In Kind Donor
Thank you to CATS for providing passes at no charge for conference participants!
In Memoriam
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Jack Gorelick
February 9, 1919 -
December 26, 2023
Disability Advocate
Founding ATI Member
Each year, the Jack Gorelick Award is presented to an outstanding supporter or practitioner of travel instruction. This is the highest Award that is given by ATI and it is awarded to an individual who has demonstrated the spirit and intent of Jack Gorelick in promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities into the life stream of our communities through independent travel and the use of public transportation by all people. Learn more about the Jack Gorelick award here.
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Tuesday, July 30
7:30 - 9:00 am - Breakfast and Registration
9:00 - 9:30 am - Welcome/Kickoff
9:30 - 10:30 am - Keynote Address
10:30 - 10:45 am - Morning Break
10:45 - 11:45 am - FTA Technical Assistance Center Resources: National Center for Mobility Management and its Partners
11:45 am - 1:00 pm - Lunch (On Your Own)
1:00 - 2:00 pm - Helping Customers Choose Which Type of Transit is Right for Them
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Universal Mobility
3:00 - 3:15 - Afternoon Break
3:15 - 4:30 pm - MM-SAT Tool
4:30 - 5:00 pm - Membership Benefits & Showcase
5:30 - 7:00 pm - Networking Event (Optional Event)
Julie White
Deputy Secretary for Multi-Modal Transportation
North Carolina Department of Transportation
As the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Deputy Secretary for Multi-Modal Transportation, Julie White oversees the Rail Division, Division of Aviation, Ferry Division and Integrated Mobility Division, which includes Public Transportation, Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation and new mobility options. White manages approximately 600 employees and oversees expenditures of nearly $900 million. Under her leadership, the agency recently secured its largest federal discretionary grant in history - over #1 billion - to build the first leg of a new rail corridor between Raleigh and Richmond.
White has over two decades of experience in state and local government. Before joining NCDOT, she served as the Executive Director of the North Carolina Metropolitan Mayors Coalition. She chairs the Southeast Rail Corridor Commission, which is spearheading the development of a high-performance rail system in the Southeast., Additionally, she serves on the Board of Directors of the American Public Transit Association (APTA) and co-chairs the APTA legislative Subcommittee on Commuter and Intercity Rail.
White's accolades include being named the WTS Triangle Chapter Woman of the Year in 2023, receiving the WTS Triangle Chapter Community Activist Award in 2013 and the Triangle Business Public Policy award in 2011. During her seven yeqar tenure at NCDOT, the multimodal divisions have won numerous awards for planning, innovation and project delivery.
White holds a Master of Public Administration from NC State University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University. She is a graduate of the American Association of Highway and Transportation Officials' National Transportation Advanced Leadership Institute, the Leadership North Carolina program and the North Carolina institute of Political Leadership. She resides in Raleigh with her family.
Andrea Ball
Executive Director
Oklahoma Transit Association
Oklahoma City, OK
Andrea Ball is the Executive Director of the OkTA in Oklahoma City. Her multi-faceted experience includes over 25 years of experience in association management, event planning, publicity, communications, and marketing. Before joining OkTA in 2021, she founded her own consulting firm, PlanIt World, in 2007 and was also previously employed at Agri/Washington Public Affairs Group. Andrea is an experienced national public relations consultant, specializing in crisis communications, convention planning, digital media, marketing, public relations, legislative affairs, grant writing/reporting, financial management, and writing. She lectures nationally on business communications, volunteer leadership, and social media strategy. She was recognized in 2009 by the 'State Journal' as a Generation Next winner, which highlights "40 Under 40" outstanding business leaders and was awarded two “Stars of the Industry” awards for tourism marketing and public relations. In 2016, she addressed the United Nations on "The Digital Divide and Women" and has been published nationally in trade magazines on numerous topics. She has been quoted in 'USA Today,' 'The New York Times,' and appeared on the Hallmark Channel Home and Family show, and several local newscasts and radio shows. Andrea is a member of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE), Sigma Kappa Sorority Alumnae, and the Kansas State University Alumni Association.
Enjoli Dixon
Training and Technical Assistance Specialist
National Center for Mobility Management/Easterseals Transportatation and Mobility Group
Enjoli has spent 18 years in the US and abroad in the transportation industry in the public and private sector as a designer and consultant working across the various STEM fields of education, architecture, engineering, and urban planning. Prior to joining NCMM and NADTC, Enjoli began her transportation career with the University of Kansas-KU On Wheels and TranSystems Corporation simultaneously working on projects bike/pedestrian, bus rapid transit. She later joined MoDOT’s Multimodal -Transit team and then the Office of External Civil Rights. She was able to chair the KU On Wheels transit system and work on a variety of projects spanning from bike/pedestrian, ride share, bus rapid transit, major light rail projects, ADA planning and more. Enjoli serves as the current Chief Program Officer for TransitCon. She has served as an adjunct instructor teaching 3D Computer Drafting and a juror for the former ITT Technical Institutes School of Design. Enjoli also served as an instructor for the Nichols Career Center teaching in the design trade. She has an associate degree from State Technical College of Missouri in Civil Engineering Technology, and bachelor’s degree in architecture and a master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Planning: Emphasis in Transportation/Transit, Urban/Social Issues from the University of Kansas. She serves on the local public transit advisory board in her city and is the founder of the JC Multicultural PTO. Enjol leads several national working groups in the transportation space and is a member of the following TRB committees: ACH20 Standing Committee on Bicycle Transportation, AME30 Standing Committee on Native American Transportation Issues, AME10 Standing Committee on Equity In Transportation, and AME50 TRB Committee on Accessible Transportation and Mobility.
Katie Garrity
Mobility Outreach Coordinator
Regional Transportation Authority
Chicago, IL
Katie Garrity, LCSW, is a Mobility Outreach Coordinator at the Regional Transportation Authority in Chicago. When she’s not at work, Katie enjoys running, reading, and exploring the different neighborhoods in Chicago.
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Wednesday, July 31
7:30 - 9:00 am - Breakfast and Registration
9:00 - 9:15 am - The Day Ahead
9:15 - 10:15 am - Effective Curriculum for Tomorrow's Travelers
10:15 - 10:30 am - Morning Break
10:30 - 11:30 am - Safety First: Being, Keeping and Staying Safe while Travel Training
11:30 - 12:30 pm - Annual Meeting
12:30 - 1:45 pm - ATI Luncheon and Awards Ceremony
1:45 - 2:00 pm - Afternoon Break
2:00 - 4:30 pm - Transition to Transit (Please wear comfortable shoes for this interactive session)
5:30 - Mint Museum Event (Optional Outing; more information will be announced)
Learn more about the Mint Museum here.
Stephanie Rozanski
Assistant Director of YAI Knowledge
YAI
New York City
Stephanie Rozanski is the Assistant Director of YAI Knowledge, the training department at YAI, which supports over 20,000 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Her extensive background in community-based services includes creating YAI’s first Mobility Management program in 2011, which teaches people with I/DD to travel independently on New York City public transit.
Lisa Kornegay
Supervisor of Travel Trainig
YAI
New York City
Lisa Kornegay is the Supervisor of Travel Training at YAI in New York with 15 years of experience working in both Day Habilitation and community-based settings. She provides travel training services throughout all five boroughs and works with external agencies to expand current travel training opportunities. Her passion is looking outside the box to teach difficult skills. She is famous for saying " It's not a no, it's a not right now" as she strives to help people meet their goal of independent travel.
Matthew Rella
Travel Trainer
YAI
New York City
Matthew Rella is a Travel Trainer at YAI in New York. His previous experience includes working in Mobility Management with adults and teens and as a Job Coach for school-based programs.
Kaila Kamlet
Travel Trainer
YAI
New York City
Kaila Kamlet is an experienced travel trainer for YAI in New York with a background in Community Habilitation, Respite and other Community-based services. She is passionate about her work, empowering people with I/DD to navigate the transportation system, travel safely, independently and by guiding the development of travel skills, thus allowing individuals to achieve their goals and live their lives to the fullest.
TaMara Banks
Transportation Operations and Training Manager
Healthy Generations
Fredericksburg, VA
TaMara Banks came to Healthy Generations Area Agency on Aging in 2020 with 20+ years in public transportation and safety. She earned a Transportation Safety and Security Program certificate from the USDOT and became a Certified Travel Training Instructor through the Easterseals Project Action program.
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Thursday, August 1
7:30 - 9:00 am - Breakfast
8:15 - 9:00 am - Idea Cafe and The Day Ahead
9:00 - 9:15 am - Raffle Drawing (Be sure to purchase your tickets before-hand)
9:15 - 10:15 am - The Benefits of Collaborating with Other Travel Training Programs
10:15 - 10:30 am - Morning Break
10:30 - 11:30 am - Transit is More Than a Ride
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Conference Wrap-Up
Raven Alexander
Mobility Relations and Grants Manager
Wichita Transit
Wichita, KS
Raven Alexander is a dedicated public service leader and changemaker with a focus on mobility relations and empowering transportation solutions. Raven leverages her BS in Human Services from Wichita State University to enhance transportation and accessibility options for diverse populations. With multiple certifications and honors in public administration, travel training and ADA compliance, she exemplifies a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. Raven ensures exceptional service and empathy are integrated into the district’s initiatives through collaborating with public and private sectors, stakeholders and partners to contribute to the goals and vision of the organization's mobility projects. Passionate about improving the quality of life and opportunities for all, Raven brings a wealth of diverse perspectives and experiences to every endeavor. She currently serves as the ATI Board of Directors President and is involved with many committees and agencies in her community.
Jeffrey Dennis
Senior Research Specialist and Senior Travel Instructor
NJTIP @ Rutgers
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Jeffrey has over 15 years experience working with individuals with disabilites. Jeffrey worked at the Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center at Rutgers University for 7 years as a Classroom Assistant with their Secondary Classrooms, teaching young adults vocational skills and managing behavioral plans. Jeffrey joined NJTIP in 2015 as a Travel Instructor and now manages their 1 on 1 Travel Training Program, which offers travel training to Access Link applicants in 10 counties within New Jersey. Jeffrey became a board member of ATI in 2023 and enjoys riding public transportation with his sons on the weekends.
Melody Bundy
Program Manager
NJTIP @ Rutgers
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Melody Bundy is a program manager at NJ TIP @ Rutgers with experience in travel training and ten years of experience in education. Most of Ms. Bundy’s work includes training individuals to use public transportation to become independent travelers. She has experience as a trainer with community organizations and high school transition students, and her professional strengths focus on program/curriculum development and implementation. She received her Master of Public Administration degree in Non-Profit Management from Capella University and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Seton Hall University. Currently, she serves on the Board of Directors of the Association for Travel Instruction.
Doraleen Taulanga
Community Outreach Manager
Utah Transit Authority
Salt Lake City, UT
Doraleen Taulanga resides in Utah and is a second generation Samoan American. Her Pacific Island heritage and rooted values of family and community have helped forge her personal and professional path. Collectively she has 20+ years of experience working in the education system, aviation and public transportation. She has a degree in Business Management and has held various roles as an educator in formal and informal work. Doraleen has a deep passion for grass-root community efforts to bring about change and removing barriers for individuals and communities that are underserved and currently serves on the ATI Board of Directors.
Doraleen started as a travel trainer for the Utah Transit Authority in 2015 and later transitioned to the role of the Community Outreach Manager to oversee the Travel Training program and TRAX Ambassador pilot program. She is a member of the Association of Travel Instruction and has served several years on the board of directors. She would like to carry forward the work of past advocates by connecting local, national and international partners by looking at current day needs facing the industry while growing towards a more sustainable future.
Meagan Greathouse
Mobility Specialist
METRO Regional Transit Authority
Akron, OH
Meagan Greathouse is a transit professional with over 17 years of experience at METRO RTA, where she serves as a Mobility Specialist. She believes in the power of focusing on personalized interactions and thoughtfully cultivating community relations to foster meaningful connections and strives to advocate for passenger independence through safe, equitable and accessible public mobility options. Meagan has presented on a local, state, and national level platforms, provides mentorship and her travel training work in classrooms was highlighted by Easter Seals Project Action. She is the president of Ohio Travel Trainers and currently serves on the ATI Board of Directors.
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2023-2024 ATI Board of Directors
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our dedicated volunteer board of directors is committed to providing continuous learning opportunities, organizing our annual conference, and offering support to our members.
ATI Committees
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ATI Members are welcome and encouraged to join an ATI committee so your voice can be heard.
Membership Committee
Chair: Melody Bundy and Maureen Curry
Members: Raven Alexander, Felisha Barbee
The Membership Committee oversees membership including access to the members only portion of the website and communication.
Conference Committee
Chair: Anthony Johnson
Members: Raven Alexander, Felisha Barbee, Melody Yvonne Phillips, Maureen Curry, Joe Keifer, Meagan Greathouse, Doraleen Taulanga
The Conference Committee thoughtfully plans and oversees all aspects of the annual conference throughout the entire year.
Media Committee
Chair: Meagan Greathouse
Members: Raven Alexander, Brittany Hoff, Joe Kiefer, Jeremy Johnson Miller, Jeffrey Dennis, Kim Grimes
The Media Committee creates content and oversees the ATI newsletter, social media, YouTube, marketing materials, our Microsoft account and more.
Professional Development Committee
Chair: Maureen Curry and Meagan Greathouse
Members: Raven Alexander, Anthony Johnson, Doraleen Taulanga, Bobbie Chavez
The Professional Development Committee is responsible for planning and carrying out the bi-monthly webinars, distributing completion certificates, overseeing the Zoom account and more.
Website Committee
Chair: Raven Alexander and Meagan Greathouse
Members: Joe Kiefer, Jessica Hutton, Nick Beck
The Website Committee is a committee that is new to ATI this year and work on all things website-related including future designs, concepts and content.
Email: info@travelinstruction.org
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ATI Offerings
ATI is proud to offer various services for members as well as information for non-members to elevate professional growth, providing on-going support, fostering connections, and sharing knowledge to ensure you have the tools and assistance to excel in the role of accessible mobility. Members may set up their account and access the members only area here.
