The Ohio Public Transit Association has hired W. Curtis Stitt as its executive director.
Stitt, recently retired CEO of the Central Ohio Transit Authority, will be responsible for executing OPTA's strategic plan, managing programs, and coordinating government affairs with OPTA's lobbyists. Other duties include membership development and overseeing administrative duties. The position reports directly to the president and executive committee of the Board of Directors.
Stitt brings 19 years of senior management experience in the public transit industry in roles at COTA including government affairs counsel, general counsel, chief operating officer and nearly six years as CEO.
"We are excited to have Curtis on board," said OPTA president, Carrie Woody. "Curtis' experience and capabilities are a perfect and timely fit for OPTA as we work to secure public transportation funding and advocate for transit supportive public policy at local, state, and federal levels."
