International Conference - July 31 to August 3 -
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Professional Development Sessions
PD #1: Advancing TDM through LEED and Other Recognition Programs
Part of the foundation of successful transportation alternatives is having the infrastructure in place to support them. Land developers, property owners and employers are uniquely positioned to provide on-site infrastructure and associated programs to encourage and support the use of alternative transportation by tenants and employees. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program of the U.S. Green Building Council is one of the most well-known green building certification programs that provides recognition and value to land development. LEED features a comprehensive scoring system that...
PD #2: Using Social Media To Inspire Travel Behavior Change
Social media is not yet completely universal-but it's getting close! 70% of the U.S. population now has at least one social media profile and more than half have two or more. Worldwide, social media use is projected to grow from 2.1 billion individuals last year to 2.5 billion by 2018. How do we harness this massive momentum in our efforts to change travel behaviors? In this session, we will explore the steps to change behavior; the social media tools that...
PD #3: Beyond the Buzz: Building Innovation into Your TDM Program
We all want to be more innovative in what we do, but what exactly does that mean? Innovation is more than just coming up with new ideas when things seem to be getting stale; it should be built into our routine work and a continuous form of improvement. But getting there is not an easy process.This workshop will provide an overview of what innovation is (and is not), and a framework for how to incorporate innovation in your operations. The session will also include an overview of the reasons and drivers for innovation...
PD #4: Developing Creative Thinking Skills for TDM Professionals
Creativity is not solely a function of your artistic skills. It is the deliberate and systematic generation of new products, services, and approaches. Participants will learn proven creative thinking techniques that are simple, practical, and powerful. This highly interactive session will provide opportunities for participants to apply the techniques to their problems. This course targets transportation professionals looking for easy-to-apply creative thinking techniques to develop new ideas or approaches because things may have changed, new information has become available, the original concept is no longer effective, or facing a future that may be considerably different than ...
Opening reception, chapter meetings, recreational tours, and dine around town activites are just a few ways to have fun while learning and meeting others.
As a sponsor or exhibitor of the ACT International Conference, you will place your organization in front of the individuals and organizations your want to meet. Our varying levels of sponsorship enable your to select a program that fits your desires and budget. However, if you are interested in developing a custom package, please contact
David Straus or (202) 792-5801. We would be happy to discuss your ideas with you!
