COMTO 2026-2029 Strategic Plan

2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

Presented by COMTO Headquarters

2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

CONTENT LETTER FROM THE COMMITTEE CHAIR

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STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS

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STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE

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COMTO BOARD MEMBERS

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COMTO CHAPTERS

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MISSION & VISION

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GOALS AND KEY INDICATORS

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MEMBER BENEFITS

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LETTER FROM THE COMMITTEE CHAIR 2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

Dear COMTO family, Welcome to your 2026-2029 Strategic Plan: Future Focused, Strengthening COMTO for the Path Ahead. It was a distinct privilege and honor serving as chair of the Strategic Planning Committee.

KIMBERLY SLAUGHTER TRANSPORTATION LEADER NORTH AMERICA, TYLin

Over the last year, the 15-member committee worked in collaboration to craft an action plan that is laser focused on our refreshed mission and vision and sets us on a path for future success.

Since 1971, COMTO has worked to ensure transportation serves all. Our organization's longevity and strength lie in the ability to adapt to changing landscapes while remaining steadfast in our commitment and service to our community.

We strive to be the architects of a people-centered transportation eco-system that is safe, resilient, innovative, and a driver of economic prosperity. The following 3-year Strategic Plan moves us closer to making that vision a reality. We have outlined key indicators to track our progress toward achieving our goals of workforce development, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy.

As we celebrate the milestone anniversary of 55 years, let us rededicate ourselves to our mission motivated by the principles of a strong strategic plan that will serve as COMTO’s roadmap to success.

Onward!

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STRATEGIC PLANNING PROCESS 2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

Tag line and logo approved: Future-Focused: Strengthening COMTO for the Path Ahead Mission/Vision & Key Indicators of Success developed & adopted

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Q4

Q1 First of monthly meetings of the Strategic Planning Committee

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Q3 Staff, Members, Board of Directors, Partners surveyed

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STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE

KIMBERLY SLAUGHTER

TANYA ADAMS

LESTER WOODS

Board Chair

First Vice Board Chair

GWENDOLEN GRAY

YETUNDE OLUMIDE

BRITTNI RUSSAW

Second Vice Board Chair

Board Secretary/Treasurer

Immediate Past Committee Co-Chair

JEROME BROWN

JONATHAN FELDMAN DR. TAMARA SMITH

Immediate Past Committee Co-Chair

Member At-Large

Committee Chair

APRIL RAI PRESIDENT & CEO

MICHELLE HIETT Chief Financial Officer

DELIA GONCALVES , Vice President, External Affairs 2026-2029 Strategic Plan

Member At-Large

NADJI KIRBY Managing Director, Strategic Initiatives & Stakeholder Engagement

ISABELLA DIECIDUE Senior Manager, Digital Strategy

TONJA MCCOY Manager, Administration 04

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COMTO BOARD MEMBERS

TANYA ADAMS

LESTER WOODS

GWENDOLEN GRAY

Board Chair

First Vice-Chair

Second Vice-Chair

YETUNDE OLUMIDE

JOHNELL BELL

SHARON JEAN-BAPTISTE

Treasurer/Secretary

Member at Large

Member at Large

DEBRA JOHNSON

KIMBERLY SLAUGHTER DAVE WONG

Member at Large

Member at Large

Member at Large

STEVE GRANSON

RICH WATSON

EDNA STANLEY

COMTO Houston President, Council of Presidents Representative

COMTO New York President, Council of Presidents Representative

COMTO SoCal President, Council of Presidents Representative

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COMTO CHAPTERS ALABAMA ARIZONA ATLANTA AUSTIN BOSTON CENTRAL FLORIDA CHICAGO CINCINNATI

MICHIGAN MINNESOTA NASHVILLE NEW YORK NORTH CAROLINA NORTH TEXAS NORTHERN CALIFORNIA OREGON/SW WASHINGTON

CLEVELAND COLORADO

PALM BEACH COUNTY PHILADELPHIA

COLUMBUS CONNECTICUT DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FT. LAUDERDALE HAMPTON ROADS

PITTSBURGH RICHMOND SAN ANTONIO SAN DIEGO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

HAWAII HOUSTON JACKSONVILLE KANSAS CITY LOUISIANA MARYLAND MEMPHIS

ST. LOUIS TORONTO & REGION WASHINGTON STATE

MIAMI

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MISSION AND VISION 2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

MISSION To ensure transportation serves all by connecting stakeholders, developing leaders, and fostering an efficient multi-modal transportation ecosystem through training, advocacy, and partnerships.

VISION To be the leading voice shaping a transportation network that is people centered, safe, resilient, innovative and a driver of economic prosperity.

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GOALS & KEY INDICATORS 2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

1. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Goal: Support the advancement and resilience of a highly skilled transportation workforce.

Objective: Support the development of leaders across all career stages. Deliver organizational tools to support recruitment & retention efforts. Upskill the transportation workforce to prepare for new technologies. Equip entrepreneurs with the resources to scale their business.

Key Indicators: % increase in internship placements, scholarship recipients Establish structured mentorship program Number of toolkits, trainings, and playbooks distributed & accessed

2. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Goal: To build a deeply connected, engaged, and value driven COMTO community.

Objective: Expand COMTO’s reach and impact by strengthening relationships, increasing visibility, expanding partnerships, and enhancing the value of engagement.

Key Indicators: % increase in membership recruitment & retention, digital engagement metrics & earned media Depth of collaborative opportunities with allied organizations Establish multi-year partnership agreements

3. ADVOCACY Goal: Serve as the leading voice for safe, connected, and accessible transportation systems.

Objective: Engage federal and state decision-makers, mobilize chapters to translate advocacy into measurable outcomes that ensure transportation systems effectively serve communities and drive economic prosperity.

Key Indicators: Increased participation and support for A View from the Hill Timely promotion of key information, recommended actions, and resources through COMTO publications, insights, and policy perspectives Tracking and reporting on the implementation of key policy recommendations 2026-2029 Strategic Plan

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2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN AT-A-GLANCE 2026-2029 STRATEGIC PLAN

Mission: To ensure transportation serves all by connecting stakeholders, developing leaders, and fostering an efficient multi-modal transportation ecosystem through training, advocacy, and partnerships.

Vision: To be the leading voice shaping a transportation network that is people centered, safe, resilient, innovative and a driver of economic prosperity.

1. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Support the advancement and resilience of a highly skilled transportation workforce.

BENEFITS FOR INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS Mentorship

Increased Scholarships & Internships

Trainings

BENEFITS FOR AGENCIES & FIRMS Thought Leadership

Recruiting Accelerator

Retention Tools

2. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT To build a deeply connected, engaged, and value driven COMTO community.

BENEFITS FOR INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS, AGENCIES & FIRMS Relationship Building

Alignment with Elevated COMTO Brand

Partnerships

3. ADVOCACY Serve as the leading voice for safe, connected, and accessible transportation systems.

BENEFITS FOR INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS, AGENCIES & FIRMS Service 2026-2029 Strategic Plan

Influence with Decision-Makers

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