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 * Home
 * About
   * Why Attend?
   * Registration Rates
   * WTS International Conference Childcare
   * WTS International Conference Policies
 * Program
   * Full Conference Program
   * Pre-Conference Activities
 * Special Events
   * Atlanta Technical Tours
   * Receptions & Social Events
   * WTS Foundation Gala
 * Sponsors & Exhibitors
   * Conference Sponsors
   * Exhibitors
   * WTS Corporate Partners
 * Speakers
 * Venue & Travel
   * Hotel Information
   * Discover the ATL

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2023 WTS INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE


Where Transportation + Equity Intersect

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Attract. Connect. Sustain. Advance.


WELCOME TO ATLANTA



THE 2023 WTS INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE, THE GREAT INTERSECTION, WILL BE
HELD ON MAY 10–12, 2023 (WITH PRE-CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES STARTING ON MAY 9TH) AT
THE OMNI ATLANTA HOTEL AT CNN CENTER, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN ATLANTA,
GA AND WITHIN THE BUSTLING CENTENNIAL PARK DISTRICT. ATLANTA IS A CITY KNOWN FOR
ITS VIBRANT HISTORY AND MODERN PROGRESS IN EQUITY AND INCLUSION — IN
TRANSPORTATION AND BEYOND.






EXPANDED CONFERENCE PROGRAM, TAILOR-MADE FOR TRANSPORTATION PROFESSIONALS

 

NEW ADDITIONS TO THE 2023 WTS ANNUAL CONFERENCE PROGRAMMING AWAIT YOU IN
ATLANTA! THIS YEAR, WE’VE EXPANDED OUR OFFERINGS – ADDING ADDITIONAL INNOVATIVE
TOURS, NEW SESSION TRACKS AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING, AND FRESH ACTIVITIES AND
CHANCES TO CONNECT, LIKE OUR EXECUTIVE WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE. CHECK OUT THIS YEAR’S
CONFERENCE PROGRAM BEFORE MAKING YOUR FLIGHT AND HOTEL RESERVATIONS – YOU DON’T
WANT TO MISS OUT!  

 
 
 



THE GREAT INTERSECTION

Atlanta is a city known for its vibrant history and modern progress in equity
and inclusion — in transportation and beyond. 


LEARNING & GROWING

The WTS International Conference provides opportunities for both your personal
and professional leadership development. 


CONNECTING PEOPLE

Convening and strengthening connections to make lasting and fulfilling
improvements in the transportation sector.




PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

THE GREAT INTERSECTION




PRE-CONFERENCE

TUESDAY – MAY 9, 2023


DAY 1

WEDNESDAY – MAY 10, 2023


DAY 2

THURSDAY – MAY 11, 2023


DAY 3

FRIDAY – MAY 13, 2023

WTS Board and Committees
WTS Board and Committee Meetings

ED&I and Leadership Workshops
Register to attend this year’s topical intensive pre-conference workshops.

Conference Registration Opens
Pick up your badge in the Grand Ballroom Lobby starting Tuesday morning!

Executive Women’s Roundtable
Invitation Only. Open to female-identifying WTS Executive Members.

Building Bridges
New to WTS membership? First-time Annual Conference attendee? Building Bridges
activities are for you.

Plenary Session

Technical Tours
Register for one of 16 area technical tours, featuring a variety of
transportation modes and projects.

Welcome Ceremony
Join us for the official kick off of #WTSAC2023!

Plenary Session

Conference Keynote
Stay tuned for our announcement of this year’s WTS Annual Conference keynote.

Conference Breakout Sessions
Wednesday through Friday,  attend premier conference breakout sessions: project
delivery, technology, leadership, equity, international persepctives, and more.

WTS Foundation Gala
Purchase your ticket to this year’s black-tie optional Gala at the Georgia
Aquarium.

Plenary Session

WTS International Business Meeting
Join us for the annual “state of the association.”

Exhibits, Posters and WTS Talks
Wednesday through Friday, visit our exhibiting companies, poster presentations,
and WTS Talks — 10-minute industry “speed presentations.” 

Closing Reception
Celebrate the closing of #WTSAC2023, and help kick off the 2024 WTS Annual
Conference… in New Orleans! 

The Great Intersection


PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS


 * Day 1 Wednesday - May 10, 2023
 * Day 2 Thursday - May 11, 2023
 * Day 3 Friday - May 12, 2023
 * Pre-Conference Tuesday - May 9, 2023


MEETING

8:00 am
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10:30 am


CHAPTER LEADER BREAKFAST & MEETING

Are you a WTS Chapter officer? Gather with volunteer leaders from across North
America for breakfast, networking, and the annual Chapter Leader Meeting.


SESSION

11:00 am
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12:30 pm


BUILDING BRIDGES: THE NEW MEMBER/FIRST TIME ATTENDEE EXPERIENCE

Welcome, first-time conference attendees! Gather together as we explore the
excellent programming #WTSAC23 has to offer, and gather valuable insights, tips,
and tricks to elevate your Atlanta experience.


OPENING

2:00 pm
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2:45 pm


WELCOME CEREMONY

The official opening of #WTSAC23 will include comments from Board of Directors
leadership, WTS International President and CEO, and guest speakers representing
the Atlanta region and the entirety of the transportation industry.


PLENARY

2:45 pm
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4:15 pm


PLENARY SESSION – WOMAN OF THE YEAR PANEL

Moderated by WTS International's 2022 Woman of the Year, Inez Evans, past
winners will convene on stage to discuss their WTS stories.


PLENARY

8:30 am
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10:00 am


PLENARY SESSION – CEO PANEL

This plenary session will discuss the current state of transportation,
opportunities, and challenges, as well as the unique experiences as a female
executive.


KEYNOTE

1:30 pm
---
2:30 pm


KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Stay tuned for the announcement of this year's WTS International Annual
Conference Keynote.


SPECIAL

8:30 am
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4:00 pm


STUDENT DAY

Undergraduate and graduate students can explore this year's conference through
specialized programming, networking, and resources.


GALA

7:30 pm
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10:00 pm


WTS FOUNDATION GALA

The 2023 WTS Foundation Gala will be held Thursday, May 11th from 7:30pm-10pm at
the Georgia Aquarium.


SESSION

1:30 pm
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2:00 pm


WTS INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MEETING

Join WTS International leadership as they present the annual Business Meeting
and State of the Association.


PLENARY

9:00 am
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10:30 am


PLENARY SESSION – US DOT PANEL

Leaders from the U.S. Department of Transportation discuss Administration
priorities, funding successes, the lasting effects of IIJA investments, the
Justice40 equity initiative, and more.


SESSION

11:30 am
---
3:00 pm


BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Breakout sessions will be scheduled throughout the conference, in themed program
tracks like Social and Environmental Sustainability for an Equitable Future,
Moving People and Goods — An Inclusive Approach, Inclusive Management for
Workforce Investments, Career Development for Inclusive Representation, and the
conference's new Student Track.


RECEPTION

4:00 pm
---
6:00 pm


CLOSING RECEPTION

A warm farewell to Atlanta; a celebratory look ahead to the 2024 WTS
International Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana!


WORKSHOP

9:00 am
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12:00 Noon


EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION – WORKSHOP A

The 2023 Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Workshop will be led by [Faciliator
Name].


WORKSHOP

9:00 am
---
12:00 noon


LEADERSHIP – WORKSHOP A

The 2023 Leadership Workshop will be led by [Faciliator Name].


COMMITTEE

9:00 am
---
10:30 am


WTS STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS

WTS International and WTS Foundation Committee Meetings.


TOURS

9:00 am
---
3:00 pm


ATLANTA TECHNICAL TOURS

Happening over the course of the conference program, check out the technical
tours offered during #WTSAC23.
Learning from Experts


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 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
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 * Company MiExpo Business
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 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
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 * Company MiExpo Business
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 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
 * Phone 567.123.9008
 * Company MiExpo Business
 * Website www.miexpoconf.com

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 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
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 * Company MiExpo Business
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 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
 * Phone 567.123.9008
 * Company MiExpo Business
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 * Experience 8 Years
 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
 * Phone 567.123.9008
 * Company MiExpo Business
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 * Email robert.gates@domain.com
 * Phone 567.123.9008
 * Company MiExpo Business
 * Website www.miexpoconf.com

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 * Home
 * About
   * Why Attend?
   * Registration Rates
   * WTS International Conference Childcare
   * WTS International Conference Policies
 * Program
   * Full Conference Program
   * Pre-Conference Activities
 * Special Events
   * Atlanta Technical Tours
   * Receptions & Social Events
   * WTS Foundation Gala
 * Sponsors & Exhibitors
   * Conference Sponsors
   * Exhibitors
   * WTS Corporate Partners
 * Speakers
 * Venue & Travel
   * Hotel Information
   * Discover the ATL

Menu
 * Home
 * About
   * Why Attend?
   * Registration Rates
   * WTS International Conference Childcare
   * WTS International Conference Policies
 * Program
   * Full Conference Program
   * Pre-Conference Activities
 * Special Events
   * Atlanta Technical Tours
   * Receptions & Social Events
   * WTS Foundation Gala
 * Sponsors & Exhibitors
   * Conference Sponsors
   * Exhibitors
   * WTS Corporate Partners
 * Speakers
 * Venue & Travel
   * Hotel Information
   * Discover the ATL



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