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National Parking Association’s 65th Annual Convention & Expo Kicks Off in Atlanta

September 19, 2016

National Parking Association’s 65^th Annual Convention & Expo Kicks Off in Atlanta

Focusing on sales, service and parking transformation

Washington, DC (September 19, 2016)— The National Parking Association’s (NPA) 65^th Annual Convention & Expo opens today at the Westin Peachtree Plaza and AmericasMart in Atlanta, Ga. This year, more than 1,300 participants and a sold-out exhibition represent record NPA Convention & Expo numbers.

The Convention features leading authorities on technology, transportation and business trends shaping the parking industry. This year’s conference focuses on sales, service and parking transformation, and attendees will learn specific strategies to improve the customer experience and company return on investment. Bijan Eghtedari, president, Citizens Lanier Holdings, serves as the 2016 NPA Convention chairperson.

In addition to education sessions, the NPA Convention & Expo offers numerous networking opportunities for parking professionals to get to know each other, share best practices and put deals in motion. The expo hall at AmericasMart opens Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. ET.

“The parking industry is undergoing rapid change in how we do business and interact with our customers,” said Eghtedari. “As NPA continues its strategic focus on providing cutting-edge education for its members, parking professionals will learn the latest trends, technology and best practices that will advance their business processes and bottom lines.”

Tuesday morning’s keynote address (Tues., Sept. 20, 9:30 a.m. ET) will cover Big Data: Connecting Cars, Parking & Transportation, featuring Bryan Mistele, co-founder, president & CEO of INRIX. Mistele’s background includes working with such brands as Microsoft and Ford, and he will address how transportation data and on-board automobile data and apps will transform the parking experience for both customers and parking operations.

In addition to 50 interactive education sessions, including the annual Harwood Legal Forum and the Harwood CEO Leadership Forum, NPA presents three new Convention signature sessions:

NPA Emergency Preparedness Certificate, Tues.-Thurs., Sept. 20-22, 8-9 a.m.
NPA convention attendees have the in-person opportunity to earn a skills competency certificate in emergency preparedness. The sessions build fundamental knowledge in the application of safety practices within the parking environment. Sponsored by T2.
Executive Sustainability Series, Wed., September 21, 12-1 p.m.
In this session, executive-level parking professionals will learn how Lanier Parking Solutions incorporated green practices into parking operations at Atlantic Station, a premier mixed-use development in Atlanta. Jeff Pinyot of ECO Lighting Solutions will interview Bijan Eghtedari. Sponsored by ECO Lighting Solutions.
Healthcare MasterClass, Thurs., Sept. 22, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Healthcare parking experts from across the U.S. will participate in the daylong interactive program focusing on hospital/medical center customer experience, accessibility, responsible business and engagement. Sponsored by LAZ Parking.

The 2016 NPA Convention & Expo features seven tracks of targeted education for all parking sectors: peak performance, sales and service, maintenance, best practices, business of parking, power play roundtables and Certified Parking Professional (CPP) certification.
For a complete list of education and networking sessions, go to www.npaconvention.org/2016.

About NPA: The National Parking Association, established in 1951, is the voice of the $28 billion parking & industry composed of private parking owners and public parking operators that together employ more than 143,000 people. NPA is the premier association for parking owners & leaders—providing research, advocacy, and education and credentialing. Visit NPA at WeAreParking.org.

National Parking Association Honors Parking Industry’s Most Influential Young Professionals

August 19, 2016

National Parking Association Honors Parking Industry’s Most Influential Young Professionals

2016 class of 40 Under 40 to engage in parking leadership development

Washington, DC (August 18, 2016)—The National Parking Association (NPA) has selected its 2016 40 Under 40 class of young professionals and up-and-coming leaders in the parking industry. The 40 chosen individuals will be inducted into the awards program at the NPA 2016 Convention & Exposition on September 20, 2016 in Atlanta, GA.

“NPA is extremely proud to recognize the impact of the parking industry’s best and brightest young professionals, and to also foster leadership development that will continue the industry’s innovation and growth,” said NPA President Christine Banning, MA, CAE. “The parking industry is undergoing dramatic change, especially in the area of technology, and young professionals are the forefront of this revolution. These 40 individuals represent major facets of the parking industry, and we are pleased to give them a platform to stand up and be counted.”

NPA’s 2016 40 Under 40 is comprised of the following parking professionals:

Michael Arce Towne Park

George Baker Sr. ParkHub

Kimberly Baxter Towne Park

Jillian Black Towne Park

Bryan Blackwell Amano McGann, Inc.

Mauritz Borjeson EasyPark Group AB

Amanda Cuddy LAZ Parking

Khaled Eltabaa Towne Park

Brenda Garcia LAZ Parking

Brian George Towne Park

Steve Gresh LAZ Parking

Zack Harmeyer T2 Systems Inc.

Derek Harris Impark

Ryan Hunt Premier Parking

Alex Israel ParkMe

Andreas Jansson Cale America Inc.

Mal Kenney Towne Park

Kathleen Laney Laney Solutions

Brian Lozano Walter P Moore

Tim Maloney SpotHero Inc.

Trevyr Meade Green Business Certification Inc.

Patrick Murray Noson Inc.

Bradley Navarro Walker Parking Consultants

An Nguyen Walker Parking Consultants

Christina Onesirosan Martinez Parkopedia

Christopher Porter Towne Park

Matt Powell Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Jennifer Rentz Complus Data Innovations, Inc

Sarah Rosenbaum Towne Park

Lisa Royer Premier Parking of Tennessee, LLC

Suzannah Rubinstein SpotHero Inc.

James Rule Towne Park

Dashan Sanders Towne Park

Kelly Sighel Towne Park

Josh Stone University of Central Oklahoma

Muluneh Taye Stanford Health

Diego Torres-Palma Smarking Inc.

Kevin Uhlenhaker NuPark, LLC

Bob Youakim Passport

Adam Zilberbaum Parking Panda

To learn more about the 40 Under 40 program visit WeAreParking.org/40nder40. For information on NPA’s other awards programs, visit WeAreParking.org/recognition.

About NPA: The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 3,800 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. WeAreParking.org

National Parking Association Releases Greener Parking Case Studies New publication highlights sustainability in parking

April 22, 2016

National Parking Association Releases Greener Parking Case Studies New publication highlights sustainability in parking

Washington, DC (April 22, 2016)—This Earth Day, the National Parking Association released the first edition of Greener Parking Case Studies. It is a curated publication that highlights innovative solutions for sustainable parking.

Each month, Parking Magazine highlights a green project, company or solution to help you learn how you can make your operations more sustainable. This publication gathers more than 30 of these columns into an easy-to-use reference.

It showcases the positive impact of green practices in the parking industry and provides case examples as you make important decisions for your business. The case studies provide both data and context to help generate ideas for how you can improve your own operations.

“The National Parking Association is dedicated to the idea that by adopting green practices, parking operations can become more efficient, increasing bottom line results,” said NPA President Christine Banning, MA, CAE. “Sustainable parking is not just good for the environment, but it’s good for business, as demonstrated in this publication.”

The new book can be purchased online at WeAreParking.org/bookstore. Also available on the site is Sustainable Parking Design & Management: A Practitioner’s Handbook. A joint project of NPA and IPI, this handbook addresses sustainability trends and technologies impacting the parking industry.

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About NPA: The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. WeAreParking.org

NPA Announces National Leaders of Parking Education Steering Committee Parking Pros Collaborate to Build Extensive Professional Development Program

April 18, 2016

NPA Announces National Leaders of Parking Education Steering Committee
Parking Pros Collaborate to Build Extensive Professional Development Program

Washington, DC (April 18, 2016)—The National Parking Association (NPA) recently announced the formation of the NPA National Education Committee. The members of the NPA National Education Committee serve as subject advisors, training, human resources and matter experts on parking, transportation, technology and business. The NPA National Education Committee supports NPA’s education strategy and provides insight on topics important to the parking community, identifies knowledge gaps and steers the association’s professional development programming.

Since its inception, the Committee launched NPA’s first online certificate, focusing on human resources and is preparing to release the second on safety and security this spring. A third addressing emergency preparedness is in development for this summer. The Committee also played an integral role in planning the education program for the NPA 2016 Convention and Expo, being held September 19–22 in Atlanta, GA.

The committee is comprised of professionals from various sectors of the parking industry, holding myriad professional credentials. Each member, listed below, brings unique expertise and parking knowledge to the committee:

· Kathy Phillips, CIC, CPP, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., Chair
· Stephanie Barnes, MA, LAZ Parking
· Brett Bodenan, MBA, Park N’ Fly
· Andi Campbell, MS, CPLP, LAZ Parking
· Peer Ghent, City of Los Angeles
· Tom Hartley, MBA, Florida International University
· Jerry Marcus, The Parking Advisory Group
· Marcia Nelson, MBA, ABM Parking
· Vicki Pero, SPHR, The Marlyn Group
· TJ Schmaltz, LLB, BCL, CHRP, Impark

“NPA’s education strategy centers on delivering high value education, programs and services, enabled by technology for the betterment of the parking & transportation industry,” said NPA President Christine Banning, MA, CAE. She added, “This national steering committee of dedicated professionals will help develop relevant, performance focused learning that helps parking professionals develop as leaders and deliver on operating performance excellence through best practices, standards and lifelong learning and credentialing.”

NPA’s comprehensive education program includes both in-person and online experiences. This month it will launch the first of several certificate programs focusing on human resources. In the online certificate program, participants will learn how to effectively hire, orient, train and motivate employees through three learning modules: Hire Smart, Build Your Bench and Train to Culture. Courses will be available at WeAreParking.org.

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Bijan Eghtedari, Citizen’s Lanier Holdings, Leads NPA National Convention in 2016

March 04, 2016

Bijan Eghtedari, Citizen’s Lanier Holdings, Leads NPA National Convention in 2016.

Convention theme focuses on transforming the industry through service.

Washington, DC (March 3, 2016)—Bijan Eghtedari, president of Citizens Lanier Holdings, was named Chair of the Convention Program Planning Committee for NPA’s 2016 Convention & Expo taking place in Atlanta, Ga., September 19–22.

Bijan Eghtedari joined Lanier Parking Solutions as president in January 2015, bringing extensive experience in the parking industry. Eghtedari served for 12 years as CEO of Park One Holdings, which grew during his tenure from a small firm, to more than 150 properties and 1,500 employees in Florida, Texas, Louisiana, and Alabama. Eghtedari attributes that success to his commitment to delivering excellent customer service in highly competitive markets and to developing deep-rooted ties to the community. Previously, Eghtedari was senior vice president at Central Parking for 14 years, overseeing several markets on the East Coast, including Atlanta.

“Bijan’s commitment to growing business through exceptional customer service makes him an ideal fit for this year’s NPA Convention and Expo, which focuses on sales, service and parking transformation,” said Christine Banning, CAE, NPA president. “His wealth of knowledge and experience will bring exceptional value to the Convention program and attendees.”

This year’s theme, Sales, Service & Parking Transformation, emphases that in order to grow in the parking industry, great partnerships and positive customer experiences are vital. The 2016 Convention will tackle subjects like parking ambassador programs, mobile marketing, parking amenities and more. Additionally, attendees will have the option to earn a certificate in emergency preparedness.

For more information on the NPA 2016 Convention & Expo, visit www.NPAConvention.org, or email Info@WeAreParking.org.

NPA Announces New Leadership of Prestigious Parking Consultants Council

February 26, 2016

Washington, DC (February 25, 2016)—The National Parking Association (NPA) inaugurated new leadership for its elite Parking Consultants Council (PCC) at last week’s PCC 2016 Annual Meeting in Tampa, Fla. The following parking professionals will serve on the executive team of the PCC in 2016 and 2017:

Chair: Jerry Marcus, president and owner, The Parking Advisory Group
Vice-Chair: John Purinton, P.E., SE, principal, Watry Design Inc.
Secretary: Adam Cochran, P.E., vice president, Kimley-Horn and Associates

Jerry Marcus formed The Parking Advisory Group in February of 2012 after spending 13 years as the executive director and practice leader for a nationally recognized multidiscipline design firm. Before that he spent more than 20 years in parking management, including Vice President and Director of Business Development for a national parking management firm. In all, Jerry has been in the parking industry nearly 40 years. Mr. Marcus has authored numerous articles for parking and industry publications including: Parking, Parking Today, The Parking Professional, Stadia, Pan Stadia, InterTraffic World and Passenger Terminal World. In Addition, Jerry was the author of the Introduction to the Urban Land Institute’s Dimensions of Parking fifth addition as well as, the first chapter on the newly published Sustainability of Parking first addition, jointly by, The National Parking Association and International Parking Institute. In his role of PCC Chair, Mr. Marcus represents the group on NPA’s Board of Directors.

John Purinton, P.E., SE, a principal for Watry Design, Inc., has been creating parking solutions for over 25 years. A licensed engineer in 8 states who is responsible for the design of over 125 parking projects, he leads the design build vertical for the firm. In addition to ensuring that each project’s structural solution effectively integrates with the parking layout and architectural design, John continues to investigate innovative structural solutions to our client’s problems. This is a vital role when considering the structural system usually accounts for 60 to 70% of the project construction cost. As an active member of the Parking Consultant’s Council, John contributed to several chapters of the latest edition of The Dimensions of Parking and has both written and spoken on design build delivery and the cost of structured parking. He is a California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo alumni with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering.
Adam Cochran, P.E. has served as a structural engineer with Kimley Horn and Associates for nearly 17 years. He currently serves as a vice president for the civil engineering firm. Mr. Cochran received his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Clemson University. This is his second two-year term as secretary for the PCC.

About PCC: The NPA Parking Consultants Council (PCC), formed in 1972, is the prestigious, peer-reviewed group of vetted parking consultants with a substantial body of work experience and references within the parking industry. The Council is comprised of architects, engineers and parking management consultants. The PCC fosters information sharing on standards, regulations and trends that impact parking construction, management and operations. It develops best practices and technical educational manuals on parking industry topics. This is an opportunity for members to gain recognition for themselves and their firms, and establish their expertise on leading parking industry issues. WeAreParking.org/PCC

About NPA: The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. WeAreParking.org

National Parking Association Leads Certified Parking Professional (CPP) Workshop at Parking Industry Exhibition in Las Vegas

February 10, 2016

Washington, DC (February 10, 2016)—The National Parking Association (NPA) will conduct a three-course workshop, “Knowledge, Skills & Earning Your Credential” at the 2016 Parking Industry Exhibition (PIE) in Las Vegas, NV. The courses will be offered in conjunction with Parking Today and the Parking Industry Expo Sunday, February 28–Tuesday, March 1 at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

The in depth workshop series provides fundamental knowledge, skills and information on being a successful parking leader, and prepares attendees to receive their Certified Parking Professional (CPP) designation—the leading parking professional credential. The workshops cover key knowledge areas from the CPP certification subjects, helping managers understand and lead change in the parking industry. Attendees will learn how to begin the journey towards earning their CPP and how to better brand themselves as parking professionals and leaders.

Build Your Brand: How to Be Your Personal Best as a Parking Leader

Workshop Leader: Colleen Niese, CPP and Vicki Pero, CPP, The Marlyn Group

Sunday, February 28, 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Today’s parking manager is called on to fulfill many roles. This session teaches the parking professional how to leverage skills, expand knowledge and earn credentials to demonstrate value as a parking pro.

Fundamentals of Parking Management: A CPP Prep Course

Workshop Leader: Brandy Stanley, CPP, City of Las Vegas

Monday, February 29, 8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Parking leaders must understand technology and pricing strategies, and demonstrate strategic and analytical skills. Attendees will learn why fundamentals such as customer service, maintenance and emergency preparedness are important to the delivery of parking programs and services.

Safety & Security: Every Parking Professional’s Responsibility (CPP Knowledge Area)

Workshop Leader: Dennis Downer, CPP, Douglas Parking LLC

Tuesday, March 1, 8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

This deep dive session focuses on two key areas for parking and transportation leaders: safety and security. Participants will learn how to play a key role in effective safety and security for parking employees and customers.

The CPP certificate sets the standard in training and education for the parking industry by highlighting leadership and management skills to help parking professionals advance and strengthen their careers. Parking professionals who experience this unparalleled education opportunity at PIE in 2016 will leave Las Vegas ready to take that next big step in their career—becoming a CPP.

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About NPA: The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. WeAreParking.org

National Parking Association Honors Roy Carter with Harwood Leadership & Legends Award

February 04, 2016

Chairman of Toledo Ticket Company and Former NPA Board Director

Washington, DC (February 4, 2016)— Yesterday, the National Parking Association (NPA) honored Roy Carter of The Toledo Ticket Company with the parking industry’s highest honor, the Brett Harwood Leadership & Legends Award. The award was presented to Carter at the NPA Winter Leadership Forum. This prestigious national honor recognizes lifelong leadership, excellence and integrity.

“The NPA Board of Directors selected Carter as the 2016 honoree for his industry advocacy, dedication to industry education, and focus on building networks among parking peers throughout the industry,” said NPA President Christine Banning, MA, CAE. Banning added, “Roy Carter has been a lifelong champion of the parking industry. His ability to rally the industry and build ongoing support for parking education, industry scholarships and support of the Parking Industry Institute are hallmarks of his leadership.”

Carter is a long-time member of NPA, having served on the board and as chair of the NPA Supplier Committee for more than 20 years. He was the first industry supplier to serve on the Executive Committee of the NPA Board of Directors. During his tenure on the Board, Carter was an advocate for parking industry education, networking and the value of building a strong and vibrant parking industry in all sectors.

His lifelong industry leadership, support and advocacy have helped advance the parking profession. He is a member of the Ohio Parking Association, where he served on the board, and of the Michigan Parking Association.

Carter joined The Toledo Ticket Co. in 1960 following his tour of duty with the United States Navy. In the 1970s, Carter became president of the firm. Today, he serves as Chairman and CEO alongside two of his sons, who operate the company.

About the Award: The Board of Directors of NPA established the Brett Harwood Leadership & Legends Award in 2013 to honor lifetime achievement in parking industry leadership. Carter is the third recipient of the award and was honored February 4^th at the association’s Winter Leadership Forum.

About NPA: The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,400 members and represents all segments of the parking industry. Online at WeAreParking.org.

The National Parking Association Hosts 2016 Winter Leadership Forum Parking industry leaders gather for executive education and networking

January 29, 2016

Washington, DC (January 29, 2016)—Tomorrow, the National Parking Association (NPA) will kick off its 2016 Winter Leadership Forum, a parking industry executive forum with senior level discussions on market forces, legal strategies, technology trends and developing a strong corporate culture and client loyalty. The 2016 Forum will be held at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua in Maui, Hi, January 30–February 3. This year’s Forum will address how changing customer needs, technology advances and the political climate will affect the future for small and large businesses.

“The 2016 Winter Leadership Forum brings together the top leaders and experts for relevant discussions on how market dynamics, transformational investments and today’s economic landscape affect the industry, so parking professionals can plan around growth, risk and solid net results,” said NPA President Christine Banning, CAE.

Presentations include the following:

Legal Forum: Building a Strong Corporate Defense: Mike Stevens, partner, Arent Fox, Washington, D.C.
Strategic Industry Forecast: Rick West, executive vice president, West FSI
Tech Briefing: Kurt Buecheler, SVP business development, Streetline
CEO Leadership Forum: Influence, Access & A Stronger Industry: Mark Muglich, president, ABM Parking Services and Brett Harwood, founder, Park Equity LLC
Culture, Client Loyalty & the Executive Team: Chuck Heskett, CEO & president, Towne Park
The Politics of Parking: Amir Sedadi, VP of intelligent transportation systems, IPS Group Inc.

For more information about the NPA 2016 Winter Leadership Forum, please visit WeAreParking.org/WLF.

About NPA: The National Parking Association is the nation’s leading parking trade group advancing the interests of the private and public sector in parking technology, sustainable mobility, certification, advocacy, research and education. Founded in 1951, NPA has more than 2,500 members and represents all facets of the parking industry. WeAreParking.org

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