Let’s talk Mobility!   

The Transit Retreat will be focused on Transit leaders, Mobility Managers and Advocates from across the nation. Whether you are new to Transit and Mobility or a seasoned professional, this event is for you. Keeping this Retreat aimed at the Rural, Small Urban and Demand Response providers will maximize the attendance and allow for targeted information sharing. To ensure we remain true to a "Retreat" concept, we will limit attendance.  This isn't your typical transit event.  Expect more targeted opportunities to engage your peers, national partners and vendors in a relaxed, scenic setting.

The future of networking and information sharing with Transit peers and Vendor interaction is not to walk through a loud, crowded Expo Hall with 5-10 minutes of face time. Transit leaders want the ability to have real conversations in a relaxed setting where time and attention can be provided. The Retreat will capitalize on this concept and integrate dedicated time for Transit Leaders, National partners and Vendors to interact in a retreat setting along with low-stress networking opportunities.

Contact your State RTAP Program Manger to see if you qualify for a scholarship to help offset your costs for this Educational Retreat.

Here is what people said about their experience at the Transit Retreat :

The Transit Retreat was by far the most organized conference we have ever attended. The NPMA staff were extremely attentive to the needs of each participant and seemed to have a wonderful working relationship with vendors and local partners. Having all of the FTA technical assistance centers in attendance is extremely vital, and allows us to network with regional transit providers to understand their needs, which then enhances our work at the national level.

Jeremy Johnson-Miller, Communications Manager

National Aging & Disability Transportation Center

The Transit Retreat was a well worthwhile investment in knowledge, new techniques, and meaningful networking. The Retreat brought together key people from many states to collaborate in intelligent and interesting discussions about the latest trends in Transportation…The Retreat was inspiring - informative, educational, and fun! It was really an eye opener to learn about what is going on in the world of transit. Returning home, I realized how important the work I do is, and realized that others through the U.S. are working on the same problems.

Donna Marceau, Mobility Manager

Nashua Regional Planning Commission, New Hampshire

The relaxed atmosphere and beautiful surroundings provided the perfect backdrop for attendees to talk “all things transit” with presenters, vendors, national and state organizations as well as their peers. The low pressure schedule that allowed ample time for networking was a refreshing change.

Jill Drury, Director

Charlevoix County Transit Michigan

The Transit Retreat in Erie PA was truly one of the best events that I have been a part of in my 22 years in this industry. The connections that I was able to make are much deeper and have developed into relationships, not just contacts. There is a mutual comradery among those of us that were there that has spilled over into other events where I have seen my friends from Erie sort of like a reunion. NPMA put together a unique agenda that balanced presentation time with fellowship in a way that gave vendors and fleet managers a platform to talk about ways that make the industry better, not just as a sales/information event. I am really looking forward to our next opportunity to get together!

Monte McLeod, Sharp Energy