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Missed the live broadcast of the 2020 TRANScend: Critical Conversations for the Year Ahead? Don’t worry! Rewind the conference and view the content on-demand. APTA’s rewind of the conference offers more than 10 hours of rich and robust content featuring industry thought-leaders. Explore topics in long term impacts of COVID-19, bringing riders back, putting equity in the forefront, the changing landscape of cities, policing in a new era, and more.
Join us as we kick off our innovative two-day event with opening remarks from APTA and FTA leadership.
Tony Seba is a world-renowned author, thought leader, educator, and entrepreneur. He predicts a future where automated fleets of electric vehicles replace personal cars, cities become more self-sufficient, and regions accumulate political power, all driven by disruptive advances in technology. He will discuss the role of public transportation in this future and how transit leaders can lead rather than react to disruptive change. Seba is the author of the best-selling book “Clean Disruption of Energy and Transportation” and co-author of “Rethinking Transportation 2020-2030." Seba teaches at Stanford and is also a co-founder of RethinkX, a think tank that focuses on technology disruption and its implications for society.
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Keynote speaker Tony Seba projects a future where automated fleets of electric vehicles replace personal cars, cities become more self-sufficient, and regions accumulate political power, all driven by disruptive advances in technology. What is the role of public transportation in this future and how can transit leaders lead rather than react to disruptive change?
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Social and economic trends over the past 25 years have strongly favored cities and metropolitan living. Cities have thrived in generating economic output, job creation, creativity and innovation, and as vibrant places of culture and entertainment. To what degree will these long-term trends be affected by the pandemic, protests over policing, and other current disruptions? Will health concerns and cautions about urban density affect life and work decisions? How will transportation decisions made today affect the design and architecture of cities going forward? How will streets and street life change as a result?
Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “What Will Cities Look Like in 2025?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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The pandemic has created challenges and opportunities for public transportation in positioning public transit for the future for riders and for stakeholders. How do we recapture riders? As we bring back service or need to reduce services, how do we prioritize services that are equitable and sustainable? How should our messaging change? What are the opportunities to position public transit with new stakeholders, such as health care organizations, to expand our advocacy?
Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “How Do We Bring Back Riders and Broadly Position Public Transit in the Year Ahead?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
Join us for the kickoff to another exciting day of in-depth and thought-provoking conversation.
Eddie S. Glaude Jr. is the James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor and chair of African American Studies at Princeton University. He is the former president of the American Academy of Religion, the largest professional organization of scholars of religion in the world. He is the author of several important books on African American religion and philosophy, including An Uncommon Faith: A Pragmatic Approach to the Study of African American Religion and Democracy in Black: How Race Still Enslaves the American Soul, which has been described as “one of the most imaginative, daring books of the twenty-first century.”
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The disproportionate impact of the coronavirus pandemic on black and brown communities and the continued tragic examples of long-standing racial injustice have further illuminated the monumental work remaining to create an inclusive society. Public transportation plays a critical role in this effort. How does the industry address social and racial inequity and systemic racism with intentionality? What kinds of hard questions do we need to be asking our agencies and organizations? How can, and should, the pursuit of social and racial equity shape decision-making within transit organizations? Join these prominent leaders in a compelling discussion on how to create truly transformational change through the lens of equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “How Can the Industry Put Social and Racial Equity and Inclusion at the Forefront?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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Recent events have led to conversations about race, equity, and police reform. Join this discussion as agencies examine how these conversations impact their approaches to public safety and the support they receive, from both transit police and local law enforcement, to ensure the safety and security of transit riders and employees.
Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “How Have Calls To Reform Policing Affected Transit Security?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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Looking ahead, possible technology megatrends include automation, artificial intelligence, and enhanced connectivity through 5G. On the societal side, possibilities include a retreat from density or a preference for sharing assets instead of owning them. Overlayed on top are the overarching forces of climate change and political polarization. Which of these is most likely to define the coming decade? What impact will they have on transit? Are there steps agencies should take now to prepare?
Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “What Megatrend Should we be Paying Most Attention to Right Now?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
After two days of critical conversations, we ask APTA leaders to reflect on what they heard and tell us what gives them the most hope for the future of transit.
Join us as we kick off our innovative two-day event with opening remarks from APTA and FTA leadership.
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Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “What Will Cities Look Like in 2025?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “How Do We Bring Back Riders and Broadly Position Public Transit in the Year Ahead?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “How Can the Industry Put Social and Racial Equity and Inclusion at the Forefront?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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Recent events have led to conversations about race, equity, and police reform. Join this discussion as agencies examine how these conversations impact their approaches to public safety and the support they receive, from both transit police and local law enforcement, to ensure the safety and security of transit riders and employees.
Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “How Have Calls To Reform Policing Affected Transit Security?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
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Feeling inspired by a previous session? Looking to discuss a topic in depth? Join one of our informal breakout discussions; be ready to speak your mind and make connections -- these discussions will be highly interactive and bring attendees together to tackle some of the most salient issues in the industry.
Please join us for one of two breakout sessions:
Want to hear more from our speakers? Join us for a live discussion with the speakers from the “What Megatrend Should we be Paying Most Attention to Right Now?” session. Ask your questions, share your thoughts, and hear from your colleagues.
Are you feeling nostalgic for those chance encounters that you get at in-person events? Then join us here to get matched with other attendees at random to spark conversations and connections.
After two days of critical conversations, we ask APTA leaders to reflect on what they heard and tell us what gives them the most hope for the future of transit.
Great content from these amazing transit professionals during Day 2 of #TRANScend20. What’s next?
What megatrend should we be paying most attention to right now? Answers at #TRANScend20 come from @GeorgiaTech Prof. Kari Edison Watkins, @JTAFLA CEO Nat Ford, @MetCouncilNews Chair Charles Zelle, and @trimet GM Doug Kelsey.
https://www.apta.com/conferences-events/transcend/ #transit
Karina Ricks @walk_left - Pittsburgh is working on capturing more of this pedestrian network data including conditions of these assets, noting must consider range of accessibility needs too #smartinfrastructure #holistic #integratedinfrastructure APTA #Transcend20
APTA #TRANScend20 Future Cities trends: @andres_sevtsuk flags walkability for Cities -need more data on pedestrian network of walkways, sidewalks, mapping these options accurately just as cities do for their road network. #activemobility #smartinfrastructure
@andres_sevtsuk points out with all the diversification of mobility service options in Cities -someone needs to play Orchestrator! recognizing not all services have played as nicely when comes to integrating with others #SystemsThinking #IntegratedMobility
APTA #Transcend20
APTA #Transcend20 trends for Future Cities with transit that becomes the core backbone of a broad system of connected mobility modes w/ integrated fare, trip planning, offering range of options, flexibility and micro-mobility, on-demand services - Karina Ricks @walk_left #Systems
Very difficult to navigate this conference site
Hit the schedule tab for more information. There is a "live button" on the TRANScend home page. That button will link you to the presentations.
unable to update profile, unable to set up my schedule. this is again very difficult to navigate
Apologies for the inconvenience. We tried to reach out to you over the phone. Please call 703-994-6000 whenever you get a chance and we'll be happy to support and solve any issue you might be facing.
Will sessions be available on demand afterwards?
Yes, the sessions will be available on demand next day.
Is there a way to change the time zone on the schedule to our local time zone?
Double checking this for you, but I don't believe so unfortunately.
Will there be an opportunity to ask questions after each presentation?
Hi Jeremy - How's Louisville today? Ask away! Even if they don't answer it, you can ask here for the attendees to weigh in and create an engaging conversation. 😉
Thank you Adriana! They jumped right into my question regarding the feasibility of agencies to own these fleets themselves. Louisville is doing great!
Was there once - May 2019 - and so glad I got it in when I could. We really enjoyed our time there during APTA's Mobility Conference.
We'll also be holding live breakout discussions after MOST of the sessions. Not this first one unfortunately. Right after the session, you'll be able to go to a Zoom link to either "meet the speakers" and ask questions of them and other attendees... or you can elect to join the small group discussions where we'll be breaking out into small groups at random to try to get that "bumping into each other in the hallway" aspect of an in-person event. I hope you'll join us for them!
Appreciate the perspectives of these CEOs on transit in a disrupted future.
Hey David - You always have great ideas...let's hear your perspective on disruption. 😉
The speakers all touched on a large number of equity issues which will challenge adoption rates and the ability for agencies to be responsive while needing to serve all.
the TNC's will inherit by default much of the non emergency medical transportation dollars from HHS
Tony Seba was spot on
Glad you enjoyed it!
Agreed! I also think everyone will be EV's in 5 years. I just bought my own.
we did as well, now EV!
Ariba ariba @Katharine Kelleman!
The Live button has not displayed anything on my laptop for the last 20 minutes. I'm not able to watch the 140p sesson.
Disregard. The support team answered my question
does anyone know the password for the awards?
Sorry for the delayed response. The password was the same for the Awards Celebration as the conference. If you weren't able to join, you can view the celebration on demand. Thank you.
I am trying to watch this mornings presentations, but it keeps buffering and makes it hard to follow along. Is this something with the site or would it be related to our own network?
Hi Cameron, someone from technical support will reach out to you asap.
It's most likely the bandwidth on your end, but someone will still be in touch, if not already.
My feed went out right before Eddie ended his speech; anyone else have that issue?
Same here
I cannot get back in.
Eddie was on fire...I hope they share the video from his speech membership wide.
We apologize, it seems like some, though not all, had issues at the very end of that powerful discussion. It will be available on demand tomorrow right here in the schedule. In the meantime, please trying refreshing your browser, or clicking the "Watch Live" button again.
The "How Can the Industry Put Social and Racial Equity and Inclusion at the Forefront?" session was excellent! Will this recording be available? I would like to share it with others in my organization.
I thought so as well! All of today's sessions will be available on demand to attendees tomorrow. Just come back to this page and go to the session on the schedule. Click the arrow and there will be a watch now video. If you missed anything yesterday, those sessions are now available as well.
Where will the videos of the discussions be located?
Many thanks to the conference Speakers!