2025 Conference Schedule

 

2025 NATIONAL MEETING AND TRAINING CONFERENCE

JULY 12 - JULY 15, 2025
NEW YORK, NY

Path to Prosperity: Transportation for Connected, Thriving, and Sustainable Communities. 

Conference Justification Letter

**CONFERENCE SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE**

2025 National Meeting & Training Conference Schedule At-a-Glance

Technical Tour's Presented by MTA & PANYNJ Now Available

   Friday, July 11, 2025
 4:00PM – 6:00PM Pre-Conference Networking Reception
Marriott Marquis Revel & Rye Bar
*Must be registered for (1) Pre-Conference activity to attend (Broadway, Baseball, & Bowling)
Sponsored by Tylin and Olivier, Inc.
 7:00PM  Pre-Conference Broadway Show - Hamilton (Sold Out)
Richard Rogers Theatre (2 hrs 55 mins)
226 W 46th Street, New York, NY 10036
 7:00PM  Pre-Conference Broadway Show -MJ The Musical (Sold Out)
Neil Simon Theatre (2 hrs 30 mins)
250 W. 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019
 7:00PM Pre-Conference Bowling - Frames Bowling Lounge 
550 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10018
 7:05PM  Pre-Conference Baseball Game - Yankees vs Cubs (Sold Out)
Yankee Stadium, 1 E 161st Street, Bronx, NY 10451 (Transportation Provided)
 8:00PM  Pre-Conference Broadway Show - The Lion King (Sold Out)
Minskoff Theatre (2 hrs 45 mins)
200 W. 45th Street, New York, NY 10036
Saturday, July 12, 2025
 8:00AM - 9:00AM

COMTO on the Red Stairs: Times Square Group Photo Opportunity
Sign up required as space is limited. Must be registered for the NMTC to participate.
(Rain Date: Monday July 14@ 8AM-8:30AM)

 8:00AM - 2:00PM

Technical Tour's Presented by MTA & PANYNJ
Sign up required as space is limited. Must be registered for the NMTC to participate.

 9:30AM - 10:10AM

Ride Through Time: 1917 NYCT Vintage Train Ride Experience
Sign up required as space is limited. Must be registered for the NMTC to participate.

10:00AM – 5:00PM Registration Open, Exhibitor Move-In
12:00PM – 2:00PM Professional Development Session #1
3:00PM – 5:00PM Professional Development Session #2
2:00PM – 4:30PM Committee Meetings (Concurrent)
3:00PM – 4:30PM Council of Presidents Meeting
6:00PM – 9:00PM

Welcome Reception/Opening Ceremony (OFFSITE)
Hornblower Infinity Vessel
Docked Happy Hour: 6:00 PM, Departure: 7:00PM, Return: 9:00PM
Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011

Sunday, July 13, 2025
7:00AM - 8:00AM

Morning Movement & Meditation (Yoga)
Sign up required as space is limited. Must be registered for the NMTC to participate.

8:00AM – 6:00PM Registration & Exhibit Hall Open
8:00AM – 9:00AM Continental Networking Breakfast
9:00AM – 11:00AM Opening Plenary Session - Keynote Speaker
11:00AM – 11:30AM Break
12:00PM – 6:00PM CEO Summit & Reception (Invitation Only)  
11:30AM – 12:30PM Concurrent Sessions
Track 1 - Leadership & Workforce:
Future-Proofing the Transportation Workforce: Leadership & Innovation Strategies for a Changing Industry
Track 2 - Technology & Innovation:
Advancing Opportunity through the I-375 Transformation
Track 3 - Access & Opportunity:
Innovative Approaches to Accessible Transportation Services for Aging Adults and People with Disabilities
12:30PM – 2:30PM Networking Appetizers at the Exhibit Gallery
2:30PM – 3:30PM Concurrent Sessions
Track 1 - Leadership & Workforce:
The Next Generation of Transformative Leadership: Local Executives Building the Transportation Network of Tomorrow
Track 2 - Technology & Innovation:
Leveraging AI and Data Analytics to Enhance Customer Experience and Accessibility
Track 3 - Access & Opportunity:
Inclusive Station Planning and Design in New Rail Corridors
 3:30PM - 4:00PM Break
4:00PM – 5:30PM Emerging Leaders Forum
5:30PM – 6:30PM Emerging Leaders Reception
Sponsored by AECOM
Monday, July 14, 2025
7:00AM - 8:00AM Morning Movement & Meditation (Yoga)
Sign up required as space is limited. Must be registered for the NMTC to participate.
8:00AM - 5:00PM  Registration & Exhibit Hall Open
8:00AM – 9:00AM Continental Networking Breakfast
8:30AM - 1:00PM Technical Tour's Presented by MTA & PANYNJ
Sign up required as space is limited. Must be registered for the NMTC to participate. 
9:00AM – 10:30AM Power Plenary Session  
10:30AM – 11:00AM Break
11:00AM – 12:00PM Concurrent Sessions
Track 1 - Leadership & Workforce:
Chapter-Driven Leadership: Cultivating Talent and Community through Association Engagement
Track 2 - Technology & Innovation:
The Intersection of Large-Scale Events and Public Transit
Track 3 - Access & Opportunity:
Enhancing Small Business Involvement & Collaboration for Successful Transportation Projects that Foster Community Growth
12:00PM – 2:00PM Networking Appetizers & Meet the NEW Primes Event
2:00PM – 3:30PM Small Business Forum
2:00PM – 3:30PM New Member Welcome and Orientation
3:30PM - 4:00PM Break
4:00PM – 5:00PM Concurrent Sessions
Track 1 - Leadership & Workforce:
Broadening the Talent Pipeline for Tomorrows Transportation Workforce
Track 2 - Technology & Innovation:
Transportation Electrification & Zero Emissions Technology: Community Benefits & Strategies
Track 3 - Access & Opportunity:
Learning from the Community for Successful Outcomes 
6:00PM – 8:00PM Scholarship Gala
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
8:30AM – 10:00AM Workforce Development Plenary and CITY Internship Showcase (Breakfast)
Sponsored by Espousal Strategies
10:00AM – 10:30AM Break
10:30AM – 11:30AM Concurrent Sessions
Track 1 - Leadership & Workforce:
Adjusting Our Lens: Mastering Leadership Change with Resilience & Adaptability 
Track 2 - Technology & Innovation:
Smart Connections: Leveraging Technology to Enhance First- and Last-Mile Access for Thriving Communities 
Track 3 - Access & Opportunity:
Prioritizing Community on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program
11:30AM - 12:00PM Break
12:00PM – 1:30PM Legislative Plenary Lunch Session
Sponsored by HNTB
1:30PM - 2:00PM Break
2:00PM – 3:00PM Concurrent Sessions
Track 1 - Leadership & Workforce:
Increasing Access & Opportunities Through Hyper-Local Redevelopment
Track 2 - Technology & Innovation:
Intelligent Transportation Systems: Advancing Mobility Through Cutting-Edge Technologies
Track 3 - Access & Opportunity:
Next Stop: Artville! Join Us on a Journey to Accessibility and a Splash of Art
3:30PM – 4:30PM Annual Business Meeting
6:00PM – 7:00PM 2026 Host Chapter Reception  
7:00PM – 9:00PM Industry Awards Gala