Continued Education and Outreach representatives address Transit Retreat
March 9, 2026 - 22:31
Representatives from Troy University’s Continuing Education and Outreach division recently served as featured speakers at the NPMA Transit Retreat in Mobile. The event, held March 4-5, convened a significant national gathering of over 150 transit professionals from 65 transit systems across 23 states.
Dr. Jane Goodson and Michael Jackson delivered specialized sessions concentrating on critical industry challenges. Their presentations provided actionable insights into leadership development strategies, innovative approaches to workforce engagement, and methods for enhancing daily operational effectiveness within public transit systems.
The retreat served as a key forum for sharing knowledge and best practices among peers facing similar operational and managerial hurdles. The involvement of university experts underscores a growing collaboration between academic institutions and the public transportation sector, aiming to equip professionals with the tools needed for system improvement and employee development. This exchange of expertise is vital for agencies navigating the complexities of modern public transit, from workforce retention to streamlining services for communities nationwide.
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