Transit Unplugged

Dick Alexander – TransDev


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“Never a dull moment, which is what I’ve always loved about this industry ‘cause it changes, the opportunities change and you know it’s infectious….I think what’s fun about it now what’s exciting about it now is technology now plays such a huge role in transit that we’re getting all of these just young and smart bright people in the industry “ 

Dick Alexander, CEO of TransDev, the largest privately owned transportation company in the world, and Chairman of the North American Transit Alliance (NATA), joins Transit Unplugged to discuss his passion for transit scheduling, and his fascinating career (he was appointed CEO of TransDev two days before Covid-19 officially rocked the transit world). He shares his views on the evolving nature of transit, the importance of NATA, and the role that private contractors play. 

This episode features an inside look at some of the innovative programs and developments spearheaded by TransDev (like the operation of TransDev Alternative Services, Google’s WAMO operation for autonomous vehicles, operated by 1,000 employees in multiple centers) and how Dick has led the company through the Covid crisis. He discusses his views on the future of public transportation, including how patterns, delivery systems, and the measurement of the value of transit will continue to change, and the role technology plays in all of it. 

If you want to know more about TransDev, check out their website.  

Remember to check out transitunplugged.com to learn from top transit professionals and stay updated on all the latest industry trends. 

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