CAT Names Philbin Marketing Communications Officer

Feb. 5, 2013
Capital Area Transit (CAT) has named Robert J. Philbin marketing and communications officer for the authority that provides public transportation services to Cumberland and Dauphin Counties and the city of Harrisburg.

Capital Area Transit (CAT) has named Robert J. Philbin marketing and communications officer for the authority that provides public transportation services to Cumberland and Dauphin Counties and the city of Harrisburg, William A. Jones, CAT general manager, announced today.

“We welcome Bob to CAT,” Jones said. “His background and experience make him an important member of our CAT team as we navigate the challenges facing transportation in our region and state today.”

In his new position, Philbin is responsible for CAT’s strategic marketing, public relations and internal communications. He will serve as chief media spokesperson and public information officer for the agency and as a member of CAT’s Incident Response Team.

“Bob will be responsible for developing and maintaining community partnerships as well.” Jones added.

Philbin previously served as senior advisor and director of communications for the city of Harrisburg.