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Ready to Build Your Career? In our July 25th virtual workshop, facilitator Julie Kratz of Next Pivot Point will lead a collaborative discussion resulting in actionable plans. Together, we'll: - Craft Your Purpose Statement - Set Tangible Goals - Prioritize Aspirational Competencies - Determine Your Critical Action Steps Register today: https://lnkd.in/esfBCYy4

WTS Members - join us this month for our summer WTS Connects sessions! Learn from Jennifer Ledet on July 17th, and Dr. Carla Johnston on July 31st - sign up now: https://lnkd.in/e7nKJsKb

Reminder: The survey deadline approaches! Researchers affiliated with the Mineta Transportation Institute at San José State University, supported by WTS International, are conducting research to better understand gender diversity and inclusion in the transportation workforce. All those employed in the transportation industry are invited to complete this short (approx. 10 minute) survey - thank you for participating! https://lnkd.in/gHTZfaQd

Black women experience a substantially wider pay gap than other women due to the compounded effect of racism and sexism. Learn more about #BlackWomensEqualPayDay: https://lnkd.in/d6XWpN2 #WeAreWTS

Tomorrow, the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance will hold a hearing on "Examining the State of Child Care: How Federal Policy Solutions Can Support Families, Close Existing Gaps, and Strengthen Economic Growth." Watch here: https://lnkd.in/efTaFsmx

Empower yourself to shape the future of transportation: applications for WTS Signature Leadership Training are open now through July 26th! Learn more about our Mid Career and Executive Tracks: https://lnkd.in/ezjY8bhC #WeAreWTS

WTS Members: Don't forget to join WTS International tomorrow for our WTS Connects meetup with guest speaker, Christy Ritchie, Ed.D. Christy blends her Doctoral degree in Organizational Leadership with an MBA to craft and execute Human Capital strategies that resonate with strategic business goals, organizational culture, and stakeholder needs. With over two decades of expertise, Christie excels in driving change management, communications, training, culture development, staffing, and leadership initiatives across diverse industries. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/eG_-di6s

Parks support positive mental health by providing access to nature and encouraging recreational activity. This month, take a moment to visit a local park and thank the people and organizations who improve community culture and vibrancy through our parks. #ParkandRecMonth24 #OneWTS

Don't miss this month's WTS Connects meetups with speaker Jennifer Ledet on July 17th and Dr. Carla Johnston on July 31st. Register now! 💫https://lnkd.in/gZjpdmUT

That's a wrap! 5 days, 8 transportation tours, 7 mentor-led workshops, 1 sweltering ropes course, 2 states and our nation's capital, multiple guest speakers, and a lot of walking: congratulations to the 24 high school students and 18 mentors from across the United States who completed the 2024 WTS Capital Summit at the University of Maryland. 🤝Thank you to our WTS Chapter mentors from Atlanta, Chicago, Colorado, Dallas-Fort Worth, Greater NY, Northeast Ohio, Minnesota, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, San Antonio, Seattle, and San Diego for supporting this event and cultivating the next generation of transportation professionals: Sherl, Cathy, Claudia, Michael, Renee, Anna-Maria, Hadar, Karen, Janice, Bonnie, Lisa, Erin, Tamarra, Erica, Megan, Zoey, Skye, and Amy. 🚌 Thank you to our Summit Sponsors, who make programs like this possible, including Barbara from David Evans and Associates for joining us. 🚲Thank you to our guest speakers and tour leaders, who donate their time and inspire us to consider the variety of careers that positively impact our transportation systems. 📖 Thank you to our WTS Foundation Board Chair and leadership, who continue to prioritize the next generation of professionals. 🎉 Last but not least, thank you to Nicole, Grace G, Angelic, Kennedi, Evalyn, Kelly, Fatima, Allison, Stephania, Amelia, Autumn, Grace T., Jordyn, Noelle, Izze, Makena, Reema, London, Leah, Mariamne, Kore, Margarida, Maryel, and Itzia for bringing passion, curiousity, humor, and patience to the DMV. #WTSCapitalSummit24 #WeAreWTS