Women Who Move Nations - The Public Transport Podcast
Women Who Move Nations is a podcast series by the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ). It features interviews with female public transport executives from Australia, New Zealand and around the world. Hosted by Michelle Batsas, the show explores pressing mobility issues and provides career advice and inspiration for professionals in any sector.
Episodes
Heidi Lee - CEO at Beyond Zero Emissions
Our ninth and final episode for season 8 of the Women Who Move Nations podcast proudly sponsored by NEC Australia, features Heidi Lee, CEO at Beyond Zero Emissions. Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) is one of Australia’s most impactful climate think tanks. In conversation with host, Michelle Batsas, Heidi shares how BZE is unlocking large-scale decarbonisation through place-based strategies, clean indus
Trisha Fridrich - VP Marketing and Communications at All Aboard America Holdings
In this episode, Trisha Fridrich - Vice President Marketing and Communications at All Aboard America Holdings, a member of the Kelsian Group, joins PTAANZ Emerging Mobility Leader Allyssa Lacap to share her powerful journey from grassroots advocacy to executive leadership. A champion for efficiency, equity, and innovation, in this episode proudly sponsored by NEC, Trisha talks candidly about rebui
Zoe Maher - Senior Principal, WA Strategic Rail Planning Lead at WSP
What does it look like to lead with purpose, build a dream team, and reshape a city’s future—all before 40?In this episode of Women Who Move Nations, we meet Zoe Maher, Senior Principal and WA Strategic Rail Planning Lead at WSP. Proudly sponsored by NEC, in conversation with host Michelle Batsas, Zoe shares how two serendipitous career moments—one over office drinks—ignited her passion for public
Louise McCormick - Chief Executive Officer of Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
In this inspiring episode of Women Who Move Nations proudly sponsored by NEC Australia, host Michelle Bats speaks with Louise McCormick, CEO of the Department of Infrastructure and Logistics in the Northern Territory. Louise shares her remarkable journey from a bridge engineer in Queensland to one of the nation’s most influential public transport leaders. She offers candid reflections on leading l
Tithi Roy - Solutions Architect at NEC
In this episode of Women Who Move Nations, host Michelle Batsas chats with Tithi Roy, Solutions Architect at NEC, about her unique career journey and the innovations she's leading in the smart transport space. Tithi shares how her background in GIS and technical roles transitioned into customer-facing positions, leading her to a pivotal role in transport technology. She discusses the growing i
Priya Dahiya - Solutions Architect at NEC
In this episode of Women Who Move Nations, proudly sponsored by NEC, host Michelle Batsas sits down with Priya Dahiya, Solutions Architect at NEC Australia, to explore how smart transport technology is transforming passenger experiences and operational performance. Priya shares her journey from traditional IT services into the transport sector, revealing how a “lucky break” led her to a purpose-dr
Sandra Witzel - Director and Chief Marketing Officer at SkedGo, UK
Join us on the Women Who Move Nations podcast’s third episode as Sandra Witzel, Director and Chief Marketing Officer at SkedGo, shares her profound insights on creatingaccessible, inclusive, and sustainable transport solutions. In this episode, Sandra delves into her personal journey within the mobility sector, highlighting pivotal moments that reshaped her approach to leadership and advocacy. Dis
Michelle Cramer - Future Communities Leader for Australia, GHD
In the second episode of season 8’s Women Who Move Nations podcast, proudly produced by PTAANZ and sponsored by NEC Australia, host Michelle Batsas sits down with Michelle Cramer, Future Communities Leader for Australia at GHD. Michelle discusses her unconventional career path, starting with a choice to work on the 2000 Olympics public art strategy over a hospital project, and emphasises the impor
Catherine Rinaldi - President Metro-North Railroad, MTA, New York
Welcome back to the Women Who Move Nations podcast with your host Michelle Batsas. In the first episode of season 8, proudly sponsored by NEC, we welcome Catherine Rinaldi, President Metro-North Railroad in New York. The first MTA woman president, Catherine has been serving in this role since 2018 and ran the top two busiest commuter railroads in the US for over a year when the Long Island Railr
Aline Frantzen - Chief Operating Officer at Metro Trains Melbourne
Aline Frantzen is the Chief Operating Officer at Metro Trains Melbourne. In this episode of the Women Who Move Nations podcast proudly sponsored by NEC, Aline joins host Michelle Batsas, and dives deep into her rich international experience and her leadership in enhancing Melbourne's public transport. Aline shares insights from managing diverse transport networks across three continents and di
Dr Dia Adhikari Smith - Research Academic Decarbonising Heavy Vehicles, University of Queensland
Dr Dia Adhikari Smith is a leading research academic at the University of Queensland. In this episode of the Women Who Move Nations podcast, proudly sponsored by NEC, Dia talks to guest host and one of PTAANZ’s Emerging Mobility Leaders, Caitlin Mowatt, about her significant contributions to the decarbonisation of transport through her extensive work with electric, hydrogen, and advanced biofuel t
Trudi Mares - Deputy Secretary, Transport for NSW
Trudi Mares is the Deputy Secretary at Transport for NSW. In this episode of the Women Who Move Nations podcast, proudly sponsored by NEC, Trudi talks to host Michelle Batsas about transformative changes in NSW transport. Trudi delves into enhancing network reliability to increase patronage, with a strong focus on equitable access. Trudi shares her pivotal transition from corporate affairs roles t
The Hon. Minister Williams MP - Minister for Public Transport and Active Modes
The Hon. Minister Williams MP is Victoria's Minister for Public Transport and Active Modes and shares her fascinating journey from practicing law to becoming a key political figure in Victoria, with host Michelle Batsas. With a remit that includes driving major public transport infrastructure initiatives, like the Metro Tunnel, she advocates daily for the needs of Victorians. This episode, pro
Cassie Hames - Programmer at Sage Automation
Cassie Hames is a programmer at SAGE Automation who has lived experienced as a professional with impaired vision. She discusses her role at SAGE with host, Michelle Batsas, including the development of the See Me app which enhances public transport accessibility for users with impaired vision, and shares her personal journey proving her detractors wrong by becoming a programmer in the face of disc
Stacey van der Putten - Director Public Transport and Active Modes, Auckland Transport and PTAANZ Board Director
Stacey van der Putten is the Director Public Transport and Active Modes at Auckland Transport and a PTAANZ Board Director. A trailblazer in the transportation industry, Stacey delves into her journey of integrating private sector expertise into public transport with host Michelle Batsas, emphasising the significance of inclusive leadership and effective communication. Discover how Stacey’s backgro
Michelle Sheppard - Senior Diversity and Inclusion Advisor at Victoria's Department of Transport and Planning
Michelle Sheppard is a Senior Diversity and Inclusion Advisor at Victoria’s Department of Transport and Planning. In her transparent and vulnerable conversation with host Michelle Batsas, Michelle details her personal and professional journey as a transgender woman in the transport industry. Reflecting on her own experiences struggling with identity and belonging, and feeling torn between men’s an
Kylie Gorham - Senior Product Manager at NEC Australia
Kylie Gorham is a Senior
Product Manager at NEC Australia. In her interview with host Michelle Batsas,
Kylie talks about the innovative edge of public transport. Listen as they
unpack the impact of technology on operational intelligence and passenger
experience. Kylie shares her career journey and insights, including the
importance of travelling to different cities and experiencing the local
tran
Mel Barber - Managing Director at NEC New Zealand
This episode of PTAANZ’s Women Who Move Nations
podcast features Mel Barber, Managing Director at NEC New Zealand. Guest hosted by Rowan Selwood-Eyles, Public Transport Advisor at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport
Agency and PTAANZ Emerging Mobility Leader, Mel discusses her transformational leadership approach in the industry as she touches on public transport projects, community engagement, and the integ
Dr Nicole Kalms - Associate Professor and Founding Director of the Monash University XYX Lab, Victoria
In the third episode of Season 7 of the Women Who Move Nations podcast proudly sponsored by NEC, your host Michelle Batsas welcomes Dr Nicole Kalms, Associate Professor and Founding Director of the Monash University XYX Lab. Dr Kalms shares her ground-breaking work on gender-inclusive urban design, diving into the challenges girls, women and gender-diverse individuals face within city design. Dr K
Ishra Baksh - Executive Director Strategic Insights and Transformation, Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland
In this episode of Women Who Move Nations
proudly sponsored by NEC, Michelle Batsas interviews Ishra Baksh, Executive Director Strategic Insights and Transformation at Queensland's Department of Transport and Main Roads. Ishra and Michelle discuss the fusion of technology, diversity, and leadership in transforming transport and mobility, and Ishra shares reflections from her journey from gradu
Veronica O. Davis - Transportation Nerd and Author
Welcome back to the Women Who Move Nations podcast with your host Michelle Batsas. In the first episode of season 7, proudly sponsored by NEC, we welcome Veronica O. Davis, a pioneering voice in public transport and author of "Inclusive Transportation – a Manifesto for repairing divided communities." Veronica discusses the essence of equitable transport systems and her mission to mend di
Natalie Reiter - Deputy Secretary of Strategy and Precincts, Department of Transport and Planning, Victoria
Join us for this milestone episode of the PTAANZ Women Who Move Nations podcast! This is episode 50 and we've been lucky enough to talk to Natalie Reiter, Deputy Secretary of Strategy and Precincts at the Department of Transport and Planning. Natalie shares her invaluable insights on the future of public transport, emphasising the need to increase accessibility and reduce car ownership. Discov
Natasha Zulkifli - Founder Director, Women In Rail Malaysia
Natasha Zulkfili is a globally recognised change-maker in the
public transport sector. Her inspiring career includes studying in Kuala Lumpur, New Zealand and London, extensive experience in Malaysian public transport, running the Malaysia-Europe Forum (MEF) and representing Malaysia on USAID and ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) initiatives. She is currently a Director at YTL Constructi
Lauren Streifer, Chief Executive, Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand
Get to know PTAANZ’s new Chief Executive, Lauren Streifer, in her inspiring interview with Michelle Batsas, Executive Director of Future Mobility at the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning and a PTAANZ Ambassador. Lauren has built an incredible career by getting to know as many people as possible, creating a diverse network of mentors and taking every opportunity she can. Lauren also sh
Joanne McDonald, Chief Legal and Risk Officer, Kelsian Group
Joanne (Jo) McDonald is the Chief Legal and Risk Officer at Kelsian Group, Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, which also has bus operations in Singapore, London and the Channel Islands. Jo shares unmissable advice on developing strategic influencing and management skills, how she has built a sustainable career and key lessons she’s learnt along the
Kat Stapleton, Chief Executive Officer, Queensland Rail
Katarzyna (Kat) Stapleton is the Chief Executive Officer of Queensland Rail, the integrated customer and rail infrastructure business that manages Queensland's railways and train services. Kat has an inspiring discussion with Sally Stannard, PTAANZ Chair and Deputy Director-General (Translink) at the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads. Kat shares insights on her diverse role tha
Stephanie Speck - Chief Communications and Experience Officer, Department of Transport and Planning, Victoria
Stephanie Speck is the Chief Communications and Experience Officer at the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning. In her interview with Judith Sturman, Executive Group Manager of Transport Canberra and a PTAANZ Board Director, Stephanie talks about her incredible career spanning 23 countries and what excites her about her current role. Stephanie shares how compelling she finds the complexi
Alana Newbrook, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, SYSTRA ANZ
Alana Newbrook is the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of SYSTRA ANZ. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, Executive Director of Future Mobility at the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning, Alana shares how she’s harnessing SYSTRA's global insights and applying them to Australia and New Zealand’s public transport sector. Alana discusses her passion for delivering city-shap
Hon Catherine King MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government
The Hon Catherine King is Australia’s Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government and the first woman to hold the transport portfolio at the national government level. In her interview with member host Michelle Batsas, Executive Director of Future Mobility at the Victorian Department of Transport, Minister King shares insights on Australia’s fast rail future,
Samantha Gain, Kaiwhakahaere Matua Metlink / General Manager Metlink, Greater Wellington Regional Council
Samantha Gain is Kaiwhakahaere Matua Metlink / General Manager of Metlink, the public transport agency for Greater Wellington Regional Council in New Zealand. She is interviewed by guest host Sally Stannard, Deputy Director-General (Translink) at Queensland’s Department of Transport and Main Roads and Vice Chair of PTAANZ’s Board of Directors. Sam trained as a lawyer and loves the legal complexiti
Crissy Ditmore - Head of Public Policy, North America, Optibus
Crissy Ditmore is the Head of Public Policy, North America at Optibus, an end-to-end software platform for more equitable, sustainable, and efficient transport services. In her interview with member guest host Katie Cooper, Chief Executive Officer of Metro Tasmania and a PTAANZ Board Director, Crissy shares inspiring insights into how technology and data can be used to create more equitable, acces
Judith Sturman, Executive Group Manager, Transport Canberra
Judith Sturman is the Executive Group Manager of Transport Canberra and a Board Director for the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ). In her interview with Michelle Batsas, Executive Director of Future Mobility at the Victorian Department of Transport, Judith analyses and shares lessons from her 30-year public transport career, which started in the United Kingdom and l
Bonnie Crawford, General Manager & VP, Umo Mobility, Cubic Transportation Systems
Bonnie Crawford is the General Manager and Vice President of Umo Mobility, part of Cubic Transportation Systems. She is interviewed by guest host Sally Stannard, Deputy Director-General (Translink), Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland and Vice Chair of the PTAANZ Board of Directors. Bonnie shares her professional journey from the mailroom to the boardroom by getting a variety of exp
Sue Chan, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ)
Sue Chan is currently acting as Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ). Her education and career have spanned across Asia-Pacific and Australia and she has worked with stakeholders worldwide. In her podcast interview with guest host Tabitha Carr, Marketing Specialist at Mercedes-Benz Truck and Bus and a PTAANZ Emerging Mobility Leader, Sue shares
Samantha Abeydeera, Executive Director Strategic Operations, Transport for NSW
Samantha Abeydeera is the Executive Director of Strategic Operations at Transport for NSW, one of Australia’s largest transport authorities. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Sam shares unmissable insights into how she’s proven herself with outstanding results and become a champion for diversity in
Laura Shoaf, Chief Executive, West Midlands Combined Authority
Laura Shoaf is the Chief Executive of the West Midlands Combined Authority in the United Kingdom (UK). Laura is also Chair of the Urban Transport Group, the UK's network of city region transport authorities and she previously led Transport for West Midlands. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand, Laura shares a rang
Sally Stannard, Deputy Director-General (Translink), Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland
Sally Stannard is a Deputy Director-General at the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Queensland and the head of Translink. Sally is also Vice-Chair of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ)’s Board of Directors. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, Chief Executive Officer of PTAANZ, Sally shares professional and personal stories that paint an exciting picture of
Hiba Farès, Chief Executive Officer, RATP Dev
Hiba Farès is the Chief Executive Officer of RATP Dev, the global arm of RATP Group, the world's third-largest public transport operator. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Hiba shares insights into her passion for public transport and customer experience. Hiba is proud to work in a sector that has
Dr Gillian Miles, Chief Executive Officer and Commissioner, National Transport Commission
Dr Gillian Miles is the Chief Executive Officer and Commissioner of the National Transport Commission (NTC), Australia's lead agency for national land transport reform to support all Australian governments to improve safety, productivity, environmental outcomes and regulatory efficiency. Gill's impressive career includes three decades as a senior executive in the public sector at the nat
Dr Deborah Hume, National Manager, Multimodal and Innovation, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
Dr Deborah Hume is the National Manager of Multimodal and Innovation at Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, the government organisation responsible for investing in, managing and regulating New Zealand’s land transport system. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Deb shares unmissable insights for anyone
Polly Trottenberg, Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Transportation
Polly Trottenberg is Deputy Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation. Polly joins host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), for a comprehensive conversation ranging from the relationship between transportation and the political process to education, equity and leadership. Polly also highlights the signif
Transport Associations Edition: Caroline Wilkie, CEO, ARA, Susan Harris, CEO, ITS Australia, Roz Chivers, Executive Director, BIC and Michelle Batsas, CEO, PTAANZ
Join this heartfelt discussion between four women leading Australia and New Zealand's peak transport associations: Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Caroline Wilkie, Chief Executive Officer of the Australasian Railway Association, Susan Harris, Chief Executive Officer of ITS Australia and Roz Chivers, Executive Dir
Laura Hendricks, Chief Executive Officer, Transdev USA
Laura Hendricks is Chief Executive Officer of Transdev USA, where she oversees the operation of public transport systems in 200 cities and towns across the United States and is responsible for almost 13,000 team members across the organisation. Laura joins guest host Angé Anczewska, former General Manager of UITPANZ, to talk about the transition to zero emissions public transport, innova
Katie Cooper, Chief Executive Officer, Metro Tasmania
Katie Cooper has been Head of Transformation at Melbourne Airport, Head of Security at London Stanstead Airport and now she's Chief Executive Officer of Metro Tasmania. Katie is also a member of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ)'s Board of Directors. Katie joins guest host Angé Anczewska, former General Manager of UITPANZ to discuss her vision for public transport to
Helen Williams, Executive General Manager, Specialty Engineering, SYSTRA Scott Lister
Helen Williams, the Executive General Manager of Specialty Engineering at SYSTRA Scott Lister joins guest host Angé Anczewska, the former General Manager of UITPANZ, for an empowering discussion about Helen’s exciting and varied career in engineering. Helen shares insights from her professional journey including her top tips on leadership, career progression and how we can attract and retain more
Mayurie Gunatilaka, Group Leader NZ, Arup
Mayurie Gunatilaka, Group Leader NZ at Arup joins host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), for a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges and opportunities facing the public transport sector right now. Mayurie's national pride and values-driven career will inspire you as she shares how important public
Bonus episode: Michelle Batsas hosts a special episode of the threesixtyCITY podcast with guest Laura Chace, CEO of ITS America and co-founder of MobilityXX
In another bonus episode, Women Who Move Nations joins forces with threesixtyCITY, a podcast by NewCities that delves into the future of urban life. Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), interviews Laura Chace, the Chief Executive Officer of ITS America and co-founder of MobilityXX. Laura and Michelle have a passionate disc
Stephanie Wiggins, Chief Executive Officer, LA Metro
Stephanie Wiggins, Chief Executive Officer of LA Metro joins Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), for an inspiring discussion covering Stephanie’s broad range of initiatives including putting customers at the centre of LA Metro’s pandemic recovery, preparing for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and her transformative
Bonus Episode: Michelle Batsas joins Paul Comfort’s Transit Unplugged podcast with Samantha Abeydeera, Catherine Baxter and Magda Robertson
In this bonus episode, Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ) and host of the Women Who Move Nations podcast, joins Transit Unplugged, the podcast hosted by Paul Comfort, the Chief Customer Officer at Trapeze Group, for a discussion about women in transport with Samantha Abeydeera, Exec
Natasha Santha, Partner, L.E.K. Consulting
Natasha Santha, Partner at L.E.K. Consulting, joins Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), for an exciting discussion about decarbonisation and automation in public transport and the positive impacts these technologies will have on society. Natasha also shares the lessons she’s learnt over the years about leadership, finding
Bonus Interview: Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ)
In this bonus episode of Women Who Move Nations, host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), becomes the interviewee, as Magda Robertson, General Manager of Torrens Connect in Adelaide, finds out why Michelle loves being part of the public transport sector and what’s top of mind for her right now. Michelle also shares some s
Magda Robertson, General Manager, Torrens Connect
Magda Robertson is the General Manager of Torrens Connect where she oversees Adelaide’s tram network and surrounding bus network. In her discussion with Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Magda shares insights from her extensive operations experience in major transport networks including Metro Trains Melbourne and Sydney
Laurence Batlle, Chairwoman of the Executive Board, RATP Dev
Laurence Batlle is Chairwoman of the Executive Board at RATP Dev, the international development arm of urban public transport operator RATP Group. In this role, Laurence oversees RATP Dev's 110 bus, metro, tram, railway, e-scooter and waterborne operations across 13 countries globally. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Austr
Lara Poloni, President, AECOM
Lara Poloni is the President of global infrastructure consulting firm, AECOM. Lara shares insights with host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), from her extensive experience working on major transport infrastructure projects all over the world. Her love of cities and desire to make them functional, sustainable and liveab
Lauren Skiver, CEO/General Manager, SunLine Transit
Lauren Skiver is CEO and General Manager of SunLine Transit, a bus operator in California's Coachella Valley and a world-leader in decarbonising heavy vehicles. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Lauren shares how she’s putting her organisation at the forefront of the huge transformation agenda faci
Julie Mitchell, Deputy Director General, Policy, Planning and Investment, Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland
Julie Mitchell, the Deputy Director General of Policy, Planning and Investment at Queensland's Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), is passionate about innovation in public transport. Julie shares her vision and drive for shaping the best possible public transport services for Queensland now and into the future, which she says will involve complex transformation on an unprecedented s
Megan Bourke-O’Neil, Deputy Secretary of Policy and Innovation, Department of Transport, Victoria
Megan Bourke-O’Neil, Deputy Secretary of Policy and Innovation at the Victorian Department of Transport, joins guest host Angé Anczewska, former General Manager of UITPANZ, in a heartfelt discussion about why public transport is so important to our communities. Megan shares that she loves working in a purpose-led field that can improve people’s quality of life by giving them access to jobs and ser
Jenny Chetwynd, Executive General Manager - Planning and Investment, Auckland Transport
Jenny Chetwynd, Executive General Manager of Planning and Investment at Auckland Transport is passionate about how public transport can shape people’s lifestyles and the impact she can have as a public transport leader. Jenny and host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), discuss the public transport outlook and how to tack
Dr Josipa Petrunic, President & CEO, Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC)
Dr Josipa Petrunic, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Research and Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC), has a wide ranging discussion with host and UITPANZ Executive Director, Michelle Batsas, about the future of zero emissions transport, influencing decision makers to get initiatives funded and dealing with imposter syndrome. Be empowered by Josipa’s inspiring journey and visi
The Hon. Jacinta Allan, Minister for Transport Infrastructure, Coordination of Transport: COVID-19 and the Suburban Rail Loop, Victorian Government
The Hon. Jacinta Allan MP has held public transport portfolios since 2014. Jacinta talks to Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ) about her passion for ensuring public transport meets the needs of urban and regional communities. She's driven to create better connections and services for everyone. Through a range of projects
Hon Rita Saffioti MLA, Minister for Transport; Planning, Western Australia
Western Australia's Minister for Transport and Planning, the Hon. Rita Saffioti MLA, is transforming the state by planning transport projects that deliver better mobility and economic benefits. She's particularly proud of the local rail car manufacturing policy which she wrote in opposition and is now implementing as part of Perth's Metronet project, she explains to host Michelle Batsas, the
Wendy McMillan, President Australia and New Zealand, Bombardier Transportation
Wendy McMillan, President Australia and New Zealand for Bombardier Transportation, has three decades of executive leadership experience. While workplaces have improved to be more inclusive for women, there's still a long way to go. Wendy wants to see organisations be proactive, "almost tenacious", in mandating and leading policies to create gender equity. Wendy shares with host Michelle Batsas, th
Hon Julie Anne Genter, Minister for Women, Associate Minister for Transport and Associate Minister for Health, New Zealand Government
The Honourable Julie Anne Genter is New Zealand's Minister for Women and Associate Minister for Transport and for Health. Her passion for urban and transport planning got her into politics, she explains to host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ). She advocated for over a decade to have minimum parking requirements re
Leila Frances, Chairman of the Board, Keolis Downer and President, Keolis - Middle East and India
As Chairman of the Board of Keolis Downer in Australia and President of the Middle East and India for Keolis, Leila Frances is a woman who moves many nations. As she explains to host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Leila has built her expertise through on-the-ground operational experience, understa
Loretta Lynch, Managing Director, Transdev Melbourne
Transdev Melbourne's Managing Director, Loretta Lynch, is proud to join the team delivering around 30 percent of Melbourne's bus network, with 1400 staff, 500 buses and 25 million passenger journeys a year. The jewel in their crown is Melbourne's first locally-built, fully electric bus, Loretta shares with host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Austra
Becky Wood, Managing Director, Transportation - Australia & New Zealand, Aurecon
Becky Wood, Managing Director, Transportation - Australia & New Zealand at Aurecon, describes to Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), how while working on the financial side of major rail infrastructure projects as a chartered accountant, she quickly discovered what really interested her was the tangible link betw
Jessica Oppetit, Head of Operations, Via UK
ViaVan's Jessica Oppetit thinks public mobility has become a lot more dynamic in the last five years. It's a great example of how data and innovation can change and positively influence an industry, Jessica tells host Michelle Batsas, the Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ). Jessica outlines how demand-responsive transport can supplement fixed
Nicole Rosie, CEO, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency
Nicole Rosie, Chief Executive Officer of Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, explains how she used her mastery of change management to lead the organisation through New Zealand’s level four COVID-19 lockdown, less than a month after she started the role. Bringing organisations, teams and individuals along with a new way of working and making it part of their ‘why’ to change was crucial to NZTA's swif
Leanne Redden, Executive Director, Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), Chicago, Illinois, USA
Leanne Redden, the Aussie heading up the Regional Transportation Authority in Northeastern Illinois, oversees the second biggest public transport network in the USA. She discusses how public transport benefits everybody, even people who don't use it. She's been inspired by women who are bold and brave and tries to model that behaviour herself. Hosted by Michelle Batsas, the Chief Ex
Elizabeth Mildwater, Deputy Secretary, Transport for NSW
Elizabeth Mildwater, Transport for NSW's Deputy Secretary of Greater Sydney, reflects on the present and future of public transport in Australia's biggest city, as well as transport workers' commitment to serving the public. In her interview with Michelle Batsas, Chief Executive Officer of the Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ), Elizabeth shares how she's ch
Michèle Dix CBE, Managing Director, Crossrail 2, Transport for London
Transport for London (TfL)'s Managing Director of Crossrail 2, Michèle Dix, is no stranger to a challenge, having implemented London's congestion charging regime and having previously held the position of Managing Director of Planning for TfL. She lives to serve the public, whether it's through major public transport policy innovations or the perfect cup of tea. In her interview with Michelle Bats
