This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Kim Martin, Industry Engagement Consultant at Tyler Technologies, joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn for a lively podcast. Kim and Curt discuss the return to live events and what her experiences has been at recent conferences. Kim highlights the impact of electrification on student transportation and how Tyler Technologies views the transition. Kim and Curt outline solutions that Tyler Technologies can offer to assist in addressing your Driver Shortage. Finally, the duo outline the importance of safety for students, and the ways that technology keeps it a priority, even with reduced resources. Plenty of information to go along with your morning coffee at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Student transportation’s first podcast, with a NEW episode EVERY week!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn interviews Maritza Valentin, Contract/National Account Manager of AMF Bruns . Maritza gives an overview of the different products and services that AMF Bruns offers in the Special Needs Transportation realm. Martiza and Curt discuss current trends seen within the industry, and give a preview of the upcoming NSTA Webinar, "Evolving Trends in Special Needs Transportation", which takes place on May 11, 2022 at 12:00 PM (ET). Maritza outlines some of the new concepts that AMF Bruns are considering. Finally, the duo highlight the importance of employee training programs for special needs equipment and devices. Plenty of information to go along with your morning coffee at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - comprehensive advertising packages are available too!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn, interviews Julius Ceaser, Director of Recruiting at the Cook-Illinois Corporation to discuss driver recruitment and retention. Julius outlines his outlook from the field as he continues to recruit candidates this year. Curt and Julius discuss the most effective recruitment and retention strategies, and Julius highlights the reasons that drivers are staying or leaving the industry. Finally, the duo cover some of the lessons learned through the current school bus driver shortage. What you need to know when you need to know it, always at NSTA: The Bus Stop. The fastest growing podcast in student transportation, so reach your target audience by advertising today.

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Rudd Lowry, Chief Marketing Officer at Transubro, joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn for a lively podcast. Rudd talks about Transubro's recent acquisition by Trivest Partners, and he provides an overview of Trivest Partners and what they do. Rudd also highlights the additional resources that Transubro has at its disposal since the acquisition, and how these resources bring cutting edge customer service and offerings directly to contractors. Finally, Rudd and Curt outline new services that Transubro provides to the school transportation industry. Plenty of information to go along with your morning coffee at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Student transportation’s first podcast, with a NEW episode EVERY week!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn, interviews Trish Reed, Vice President and General Manager at IC Bus to discuss the changing landscape of student transportation. Trish provides an overview of the current state of the school bus industry from an OEM perspective and the current trends being seen. Curt and Trish discuss the growth of interest in electric school buses, and steps that all bus operators should be taking. Trish provides some insight on what factors contractors should consider when they begin to transition IC Bus operations to electric bus sales, and they cover some of the challenges associated with electrification. What you need to know when you need to know it, always at NSTA: The Bus Stop. The fastest growing podcast in student transportation, so reach your target audience by advertising today.

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn interviews Pam Reipold, Executive Vice President of Travel Kuz and President of the School Transportation Association of Massachusetts (STAM) . Pam outlines her initial memories from the family business and how she went from opening a dance studio back to student transportation. She also discusses the many changes that the industry gone through over the years, and its impact on communities. Pam and Curt then talk about the driver shortage and the importance of taking steps to support bus drivers. Finally, the duo discuss about the media coverage the driver shortage has brought to the industry, and highlight how you can utilize that coverage to receive support in your advocacy programs. Plenty of information to go along with your morning coffee at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week. Advertising packages are available too!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn, continues the celebration of Women's History Month as he invites Brooke Garcia, President and CEO at 4Seasons Transportation in Calgary to discuss special needs student transportation matters. Brooke highlights her journey in student transportation and current role with 4Seasons Transportation, where she ascended from bus driver to President and CEO of the company. Brooke provides an overview of her company training program at 4Seasons, and how this focus provide superior care for their students. Brooke and Curt discuss the importance of company culture, and highlight 4Seasons' recent  recognition for providing a stellar workplace environment. Finally, Brooke provides a brief preview of the upcoming NSTA F.L.A.S.H Webinar  -  "Evolving Trends in Special Needs Transportation", a program where she'll be presenting on Wednesday, May 11. What you need to know when you need to know it, always at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Become a subscriber today!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Linda Neff, Director of the School Transportation Program at Keystone Insurers Group joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn for a lively podcast. Linda and Curt start out with an informative discussion on the impact of current economic trends in the insurance markets. Linda then highlights areas of concern that have been seen in student transportation insurance claims, and how contractors can reduce their exposure through risk management. Linda and Curt review the impact that Covid-19 has had on the insurance industry, Finally, the duo highlight the relationship between NSTA and Keystone as an NSTA Royalty Partner. Plenty of information to go along with your morning coffee at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Student transportation’s first podcast, with a NEW episode EVERY week!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop, join NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn as he welcomes Carina Noble, NSTA President, and Senior Vice President of Communications and External Affairs at National Express, and Bree Allen, NSTA Government Relations Committee Chair, and Senior Director of Operational Improvement at National Express, as the celebration of Women's History Month continues. Carina and Bree take time to highlight the beginning of their involvement with the NSTA Advocacy Team and Government Relations Committee. The trio highlights the importance and value that the NSTA Advocacy Team brings to NSTA membership, and how these advocacy efforts were particularly impactful over the past two years. The group then outlines the agenda for the upcoming 2022 NSTA Capitol Hill Bus-In (April 6-8), and the importance for NSTA members to take time to attend this program. Carina and Bree recall some of their fondest memories from previous Bus-In events, as well as the successful advocacy efforts with which they were involved. Finally, Carina and Bree offer advice for those who interested in participating on the Government Relations Committee, and how they developed a friendship over their support of safe and efficient student transportation. School transportation professionals rely on NSTA: The Bus Stop for their information, you should too. Subscribe today, so you never miss an episode!

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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn, continues the celebration of Women's History Month as he invites Claire Miller, SVP Strategy, Business Development, Marketing and Communications at First Student to discuss student transportation matters. Claire highlights the importance of First Student's partnership with NSTA, and then the duo highlight the potential impact of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new Clean School Bus Program. Claire outlines some issues that have arisen during the transition from diesel engines to electric powered school buses. Finally, the pair discuss what the future of school transportation will look like with alternatively fueled school buses.  What you need to know when you need to know it, always at NSTA: The Bus Stop.

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