The National School Transportation Association (NSTA) held its annual Midwinter Meeting in sunny Florida, Jan. 21-23. These photos help capture some of the moments at the Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa.
PHOTOS: NSTA 2024 Midwinter Meeting in Pictures
(L to R) Dan Kobussen, NSTA President; Taylor Moore, REI; Tony Civitella, Transfinder; and Andrew Boyce, Safe Fleet participate in the panel session "Practice Makes Perfect: Successful Technology Deployment Happens Before Back-to-School." This program emphasized the importance of vendor-contractor collaboration in preparation for the back-to-school period.
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(L to R) Bree Allen, National Express; Tim Flood, The Trans Group; Carina Noble, National Express; and Tommy Smith, Suffolk Transportation, together enjoying the amenities of the Marriott Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa.
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John Benish (left), Becky Weber, and Curt Macysyn (right) pictured with keynote speaker Rik Roberts, who dressed as Barney Fife and used the "Mayberry Method" to help attendees become more focused and efficient professionals.
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NSTA members following the Sunday morning Dolphin Cruise, sponsored by REI. Attendees explored the Gulf of Mexico and saw dolphins, pelicans, and flamingos.
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Midwinter Meeting attendees participated in the OEM/Vendor Partner Speed Networking session. This paired NSTA contractor members with participating OEM/Vendors at the 2024 NSTA Midwinter Meeting for four 15-minute networking sessions.
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Event attendees enjoyed the Florida weather during the NSTA 60th Anniversary Kickoff Celebration Dinner sponsored by IC Bus.
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Ken Hedgecock of United Safety and Survivabiltiy Corporation was the speaker for the NSTA 60th Anniversary Luncheon. Ken recalled fond his memories from his 35+ years of engaging with NSTA and the world of school transportation.
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NSTA lobbyist Becky Weber gave updates to NSTA members during her "Prime Policy Report." Becky provided valuable insights on the upcoming presidential election and NSTA legislative initiatives.
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(L to R) Dan Kobussen, Kobussen Buses; Tommy Smith, Suffolk Transportation; Patrick Dean, Dean Transportation; and Carina Noble, National Express, pose for a picture welcoming Smith as a new member of the NSTA Board of Directors.
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Rik Roberts playing Barney Fife during the Keynote Session of the 2024 NSTA Midwinter Meeting
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