40 Under 40

Mass Transit's Top 40 Under 40 is our annual opportunity to recognize outstanding young individuals making a name in the public transit industry.

We recognize individuals for their contributions and who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and a commitment to making an impact in transit.

Criteria for selection include such things as job commitment, industry involvement and contribution, achievement in his or her position and innovation in his or her field.

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For more information, visit the Web address at the bottom of the individual's information. Online we have additional information, including more specific information about achievements, the full quotes from the individual, including what they enjoy doing outside the office, and additional photos.
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  • Jessica Mefford Miller
    Jessica Mefford Miller

    Chief of Planning and System Development St. Louis Metro Jessica Mefford-Miller, chief of Planning and System Development, recently launched the development of the St. Louis region’s first comprehensive Long-Range Transit Plan, “Moving...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Randy Clarke
    Randy Clarke

    Director of Security Initiatives, Acting Chief of Safety Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Randy Clarke has been committed to transit ever since he entered a Master’s program in public policy and management in 1999. After writing his...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Scott Willis
    Scott Willis

    General Manager Franklin Regional Transit Authority/First Transit Inc. Scott Willis is another bright young professional in our industry who developed his passion for transit and transit management as a college undergraduate working for the...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Matthew Carpenter
    Matthew Carpenter

    Director Strathcona County Transit In 2007 at the age of 30, Matthew Carpenter became one of the youngest transit executives in North America when he took the position of director at Strathcona County Transit (SCT), in a suburban municipality...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Sean Beachy
    Sean Beachy

    Architect Wendel With more than 12 transportation projects in his national portfolio, Sean Beachy has accelerated as a strong leader in public transit design with his enthusiasm for fostering collaborations among the community, clients and...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Dave Larsen
    Dave Larsen

    Director of Maintenance – East Region for First Transit First Transit Dave Larsen, director of maintenance, First Transit (East Region), has been described as fair, honest and a great person to work for whose dedication to his managers is...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Melissa Fesler
    Melissa Fesler

    Transportation Director First Capital Trolley Melissa Fesler, transportation director of First Capital Trolley, based in Guthrie, Okla., directs the most visible transit system in Oklahoma. This historic city is home to more festivals and...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Carmen Quevedo
    Carmen Quevedo

    Financial Analyst Visalia Transit - City of Visalia Carmen Quevedo, financial analyst for the city of Visalia’s Transit Division, comes to public transit with an M.B.A. in business administration and B.S. in accounting, all of which has been...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Ramond Robinson
    Ramond Robinson

    Transportation Planner Charlotte Area Transit System As a key member of the CATS Service development group, transportation planner Ramond A. Robinson has lead the effort on many major service changes. During the past two years, Robinson has lead...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Leticia Leon
    Leticia Leon

    Director of Operations R&D Transportation Services Inc. Currently, Leticia Leon serves as director of operations for R&D Transportation Services Inc. Early in her transportation career, Leon showed star qualities; especially her willingness to...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Wes Irvin
    Wes Irvin

    Vice President of Government Relations National Association of Manufacturers Wes Irvin has demonstrated his commitment to transit through his work in both the public and private sectors. Between 2004 and 2008, Irvin served as the Associate...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Hamish Campbell
    Hamish Campbell

    Transportation Planner Go Transit/Metrolinx Hamish Campbell has been a transportation planner in the GO Planning office at Metrolinx for three years. He has been an ongoing champion for customer-focused solutions and has been directly...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Aida Douglas
    Aida Douglas

    Business Development Manager/DBE Officer Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority Aida Douglas’ passion for the transportation industry was not something she planned. Douglas has worked for the Capital Metropolitan Transportation...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Sandra Pfeiffer
    Sandra Pfeiffer

    Senior Office Engineer Parsons Brinckerhoff Sandra Pfeiffer is an energetic, motivated professional, and a valued member of Parsons Brinckerhoff’s professional services staff. She has participated in several major projects in New York City in...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

  • Jeff Flynn
    Jeff Flynn

    Director of Planning and Communications Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority Jeff Flynn has worked in the transit industry for his entire career. He was a student at UC Davis, and worked as a bus driver for Unitrans, the student-run bus...

    Article • September 16th, 2011

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