Learn about some of the significant figures in California transit history, and check back for upcoming additions to our Gallery of Leaders.
Architect of the TDA
From Bus Driver to CEO
Longtime Association Executive Director
"Father of Transit in the Silicon Valley"
Building Connections
Mentor to Future Leaders
An Enduring Legacy
Transit Icon, Both Locally and Nationally
Local Government Transit Champion
Legislative and Regulatory Leader
San Francisco MTA 2019 - 2021
Monterey-Salinas Transit 2017-2019
Sacramento RTD 2015 -2017
San Joaquin RTD 2013 - 2015
San Diego MTS 2011 - 2013
Foothill Transit 2009 - 2011
Santa Clara VTA 2007 - 2009
Metrolink 2007
Golden Empire Transit District 2006 - 2007
Los Angeles MT 2004-2006
Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority 2002-2004
San Diego Transit Corp. 2000 - 2002
Unitrans 1997 - 2000
AC Transit 1995 -1997
Culver City Municipal Bus Lines 1993 - 1995
Fresno Area Express 1991 - 1993
San Diego Transit Corp. 1990 - 1991
Riverside Transit Agency 1989-1990
Monterey-Salinas Transit 1988-1989
Northern San Diego Transit 1985 - 1987
San Mateo Transit District 1983 - 1985
Orange County Transit District 1981 - 1983
San Mateo Transit District 1980 - 1981
Montebello Bus Lines 1978 - 1980
Golden Gate Bridge District 1975 - 1978
Santa Monica Municipal Bus Lines 1974 - 1975
AC Transit 1973 - 1974
San Diego Transit Corp. 1970 - 1971
Sacramento Transit Authority 1967 - 1969
Long Beach Public Transportation Corp. 1966 - 1967
AC Transit 1965 - 1966