Seeking School Transportation Leaders Under 40
School Bus Fleet wants to showcase leaders under the age of 40 in the school transportation industry. Know someone who fits the bill? Send them our way!
For our April/May issue, School Bus Fleet wants to share wisdom from younger voices in the transportation industry.
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Are you a leader in school transportation under the age of 40? Know someone who is? School Bus Fleet wants to hear from you!
The school transportation industry is a critical part of our education system, ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of students to and from school. As the industry continues to evolve, it's important for the next generation of leaders to have a voice in shaping its future. We're hoping to hear from young leaders who bring unique perspectives and think outside the box, driving innovation to advance the industry and meet the needs of students, parents, and schools alike.
So, whether you're a transportation director, manager, or supervisor, with expertise in areas ranging from technology to safety to sustainability, let's connect and work together to share new solutions to the challenges facing the school transportation industry.
Reach out to Wes Platt, SBF's executive editor, via email at wes.platt@bobit.com. You'll be asked to fill out a brief questionnaire. If your profile is selected, it may be featured in our April/May print edition, but almost certainly will appear on this website.
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