Here's to the Leaders Shaping the Future of Middle Tennessee’s Transit and Mobility

Over the past eight weeks, an exceptional group of community leaders, professionals, and advocates has explored the complex transportation systems that move Middle Tennessee. From policy and funding to design and community impact, they’ve been working together to make priority recommendations for improving mobility across the region.

Tonight, Wednesday, October 8th, we celebrate the graduation of the 27th Class of the Transit Citizen Leadership Academy! 🎉

Our future is riding on transit — and it’s in great hands.

Congratulations to all those who showed up every week to learn and lead:

• Hunter Branstetter

• Matea Cannavino

• Karl Dean

• Braden Eutsler

• Jason Fialkoff

• Tania Freeman

• Kristen Grimm

• Caitlan Howard

• Kaitlyn Jauch

• Nikki Jeffery

• Kara Komp

• Deanna Lambert

• Brandon Mason

• Melanie Minter

• Nicquayleeonntea Moore

• Layton Murphy

• Jubal Parris

• Mariah Phillips

• Becky Rehorn

• Ray Render

• Savannah Robertson

• Hayden Rogers

• Brian Rose

• Keaton Rypkema

• Brendan Scully

• Carlos Silva

• Cary Street

We are thrilled to be on the journey together.

Their insights, leadership, and commitment are vital to shaping a future where everyone can move safely, efficiently, sustainably, and affordably.

With over 600 alumni since 2010, the Transit Citizen Leadership Academy continues to empower Middle Tennesseans with the knowledge and tools to influence transportation decisions that matter.

We invite you to join us in maintaining the momentum. You are invited to attend the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) Board of Directors meeting on October 15 and be part of the ongoing conversation about the future of mobility in our region.

👉 Learn more about the Transit Citizen Leadership Academy and how to get involved: https://www.thetransitalliance.org/transit-citizen-leadership-academy