Transportation Summit: Exploring AI in Shared Mobility

This event will bring together transportation professionals, business owners, employers, community members, and advocates to discuss the challenges and opportunities of integrating artificial intelligence into shared mobility. Following a keynote presentation on how AI currently interfaces with Minnesota's transportation system, a panel presentation from local transportation leaders will discuss use cases of the emerging technology and what the implications may be for our travel and commute patterns.

The day will also include time for networking and interactive discussion. Light breakfast and beverages will be provided.

There is no cost for this event, but registration is required.

Meet the Speakers

Keynote:

Tara Olds, Director of Minnesota’s Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV) Program

Tara leads policy, planning, research and testing of emerging transportation technologies. Tara works to advance safe deployment of CAV technologies and to promote equitable and sustainable transportation systems.

Panelists:

Tammy Meehan Russell, Founder, President & Chief Catalyst of The PLUM Catalyst

PLUM Catalyst's mission is bringing together innovative partners by using Passion, Learnings, Understanding, and Mobilization (PLUM) to help bring new transportation technologies to those who need them the most.

Nick Martini, Senior Vice President of American Student Transportation and Northstar Bus Lines

Nick has worked in pupil transportation for nearly two decades for both school district and private contractor entities.

Erik Hansen, CEO of SouthWest Transit

A long-time advocate for transportation and transit, Erik founded the transportation management organization Smart Commute in Denver and has served on the governing body of a metropolitan planning organization, public highway authority, airport authority, and numerous transportation committees.

Getting Here

Studio 900 at The Hennepin is accessible via numerous transit lines including 4, 5, 6, 9, 22, 61, C Line, D Line, and those running on Nicollet Mall 2 blocks away. The Hennepin/Warehouse District Light Rail station is 4.5 blocks from the venue. Complimentary transit passes are available courtesy of Metro Transit, click to download.

Hennepin Avenue features sidewalk level bike lanes. Public bike parking is available outside the venue.

Schedule a Customized Consultation with Move Minneapolis for help planning your sustainable trip to this event.

Car parking options: Hennepin at 10th Garage | Hawthorne Transportation Center | Ramp A | Metered parking

The Hennepin is ADA compliant. Studio 900 is located on the third floor, with elevators and stairs available.

Please contact Catherine Windyk (catherine@moveminneapolis.org) with any questions or accommodation requests.

About Your Hosts

The Minnesota Shared Mobility Collaborative is a group of transportation leaders, public agencies, private companies, city officials, and nonprofit organizations working together to increase shared mobility options across the state.

Move Minneapolis is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit founded in 1991 to improve air quality in the Twin Cities metropolitan area through education, encouragement, and consultations with downtown Minneapolis employers, commuters, and residents.