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About Us & Meet the MTM Transit Leadership Team

Access to the grocery store, employment, medical care, and other community services are vital components of a healthy, productive life.

As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations.

In 2009, MTM’s leadership created MTM Transit, to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. From utilizing mobility management tools like assessments and travel training to promote public transit ridership, to fully managing the operation of fixed route and paratransit services, to overseeing quality assurance for multi-vendor transit systems, MTM Transit can help solve even your toughest transit challenges. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources.

Over the past 12 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management. We’ve also enhanced our service offerings, growing with our clients to offer innovative services like on-demand microtransit systems.

34
Clients
16
States + D.C.
13.5 M
Annual Miles
1.7 M
Annual Trips
1181
Employees
100000
Annual Eligibility Assessments
1900
Annual Travel Training Sessions

Vision

Communities without barriers

Mission

Our mission is to help agencies meet the transportation needs of their communities—specifically, transit-dependent populations—while ensuring an exceptional passenger experience.

MTM Transit President and CEO Alaina Macia. MTM Transit leadership, including Alaina Macia and COO Brian Balogh, are dedicated to achieving our vision and mission.
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Core Values

MTM Transit’s five core values guide our employees in providing the highest quality customer experience possible and helping clients achieve their goals:

MTM Transit leadership are dedicated to carrying out MTM Transit's five core values.

About Our Affiliate MTM

Since 1995, MTM has managed non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) for state and county governments, managed care organizations (MCOs), health systems, and other programs involving transportation for the disabled, underserved, and elderly. MTM’s services include NEMT and ADA paratransit brokerage, quality assurance, mobility management, special needs school transportation, and paratransit eligibility assessments and travel training. As one of the nation’s largest, most experienced transportation managers, MTM provides more than 20 million trips for 12 million individuals in 30 states and the District of Columbia, and handles over 7.5 million calls through its customer service operations.

Our Focus On Sustainability and Our Environment

Sustainability efforts, climate change, and our environment are ever-growing areas of concern for many Americans and businesses—particularly those in the transit industry. At MTM Transit, we are putting our best efforts forward reduce our carbon footprint and make a positive impact on our industry. Our Climate Impact Statement reflects our commitment to impacting and leading change:

MTM Transit supports efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change, and is committed to lobbying for regulations that support sustainability and positive impact. Working in tandem with our industry partners and peers, we’re advocating for requirements around the use of fuel efficient vehicles in our efforts to reduce vehicle emissions and promote more environmentally friendly means of transportation for our clients and passengers.

To support this statement, we’re committed to introducing electric and hybrid vehicles into our fleets nationwide, installing solar lighting in our facilities, utilizing re-refined fluids in all of our vehicles, and enhancing our recycling efforts. But this is just the start—we’re on a mission to be the transit industry’s premiere green partner, and are continually exploring new opportunities for going green and making a difference for our environment.

As a reflection of our promise to deliver a long-term commitment to social responsibility to our clients, members, and community stakeholders, MTM and MTM Transit have officially released our formal ESG Charter. The comprehensive charter supports our ongoing efforts related to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and corporate governance (ESG). Click here to access our ESG Charter.

MTM and MTM Transit leadership are dedicated to going green and becoming more sustainable.

Leadership

MTM Transit leadership, led by President and CEO Alaina Macia and COO Brian Balogh, are dedicated to living out of vision, mission, and core values. Meet our leadership team and learn more about their backgrounds and expertise!

Alaina Macia

Alaina Macia

President & CEO

Alaina Macia

Alaina Macia

President & CEO

Alaina Macia, President & CEO

As the President and CEO of MTM, Alaina is a leader in the healthcare and transit industries. Her vision and passion for ensuring community services are accessible without barriers—including healthcare, job access, and social services—for all persons, including those in need, is what continues to drive MTM forward. Since 2005, she has overseen MTM's growth from $30 million in annual revenue to more than $1 billion. MTM’s staff of nearly 3,000 employees provides more 20 million trips per year in 31 states. She is leading the transportation industry to be focused on a sustainable future with a reduction in climate impact. Alaina holds a master’s degree in business administration from Washington University in St. Louis’ Olin School of Business. She is actively involved in the St. Louis community. Alaina is a member of the Washington University Institute of Public Health National Council, the St. Louis Chapter of YPO (Young Presidents Council), the St. Louis Regional Business Council, and the MICDS Board of Trustees, and serves on the Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital. She has been the recipient of many honors, including being named one of 2012’s Most Influential Businesswomen by the St. Louis Business Journal; she was also named to the publication’s 30 Under 30 class in 2004 and 40 Under 40 class in 2011. In 2014, she was named to Mass Transit Magazine’s 40 Under 40 List and received the Entrepreneur of the Year award in the Midwest Region’s Healthcare Services category by Ernst & Young. In 2018, she was honored to be named to the St. Louis Business Journal’s list of the area’s Technology Executives of the Year.
Brian Balogh

Brian Balogh

Chief Operating Officer

Brian Balogh

Brian Balogh

Chief Operating Officer

Brian Balogh, Chief Operating Officer, Transit

Brian leads MTM Transit’s operations to achieve contract compliance and efficient quality service. He joined MTM Transit in 2016 with more than 24 years of transportation management experience. Brian possesses significant leadership experience overseeing transit operations across the nation, including fixed route, paratransit, mobility management, and ADA assessment and travel training programs. As Chief Operating Officer, he oversees MTM Transit’s location operations nationwide to ensure the most appropriate and cost-effective delivery of transportation services. He works closely with clients to understand the local climate and issues pertaining to each of our transit programs. In his hands-on approach, each client receives personal, program-specific support. He received his education from Cleveland State University.
Michele Lucas

Michele Lucas

Chief Marketing Officer

Michele Lucas

Michele Lucas

Chief Marketing Officer

Michele Lucas, Chief Marketing Officer

Michele has more than 20 years of experience in sales and marketing leadership roles. As the Chief Marketing Officer, she oversees MTM's expert Marketing Department and supports our efforts in new business acquisition. Michele is also responsible for MTM’s account management and client relations functions, and supports clients in developing program manuals, member educational materials, community outreach materials, and newsletters for all stakeholder groups. She holds a master’s degree in business administration.
Kerri Mileski

Kerri Mileski

Chief People Officer

Kerri Mileski

Kerri Mileski

Chief People Officer

Kerri Mileski, Chief Human Resource Officer

With more than ten years of experience in corporate compliance, employee relations, strategic planning, and new business implementation, Kerri is MTM's human resources expert. As the Chief People Officer, she focuses on staff engagement and organizational design to streamline our overall operations. Kerri oversees MTM’s Human Resources, Training, and Employee Engagement teams to ensure ongoing corporate enhancement, as well as improved employee hiring practices, training programs, and satisfaction. Her main goal is to ensure we hire and train the most qualified staff, resulting in overall operational quality and client satisfaction. She holds a master’s degree in organizational leadership.
Jill Heneghan

Jill Heneghan

Chief Financial Officer

Jill Heneghan

Jill Heneghan

Chief Financial Officer

Jill Heneghan, Chief Financial Officer

Jill oversees all aspects of MTM’s Accounting and Finance teams, including accounts payable, accounting operations, payroll, and reporting. Her more than 12 years of experience in financial planning, auditing, and analysis help her continually ensure that MTM is a fiscally responsible company capable of meeting the needs of clients nationwide. Jill holds a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Missouri.
Tom Wiese

Tom Wiese

Chief Legal Officer

Tom Wiese

Tom Wiese

Chief Legal Officer

As Chief Legal Officer, Tom Wiese ensures MTM Transit adheres to federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements in all of our operating areas. He is MTM Transit’s chief advisor and representation on all legal matters, and oversees the execution of contracts with clients and vendors. He is also a valued resource and guide to our Risk Management Committee and Board of Directors. Tom has practiced law in private practice settings for multi-national managed care organizations like Centene, as well as large national hospital systems such as SSM Health. He has spent his career leading compliance, risk, and corporate governance functions; directing M&A due diligence activity; and negotiating all manner of contracts. Tom earned his Juris Doctor degree from Saint Louis University School of Law.
Rick Holbrook

Rick Holbrook

Chief Technology Officer

Rick Holbrook

Rick Holbrook

Chief Technology Officer

Rick Holbrook, Chief Technology Officer

Rick brings to MTM nearly 35 years of experience leading technology functions for organizations in the healthcare industry. In his role as MTM’s CTO, Rick leads our technology-driven business solutions, and in particular, delivers the ongoing development of our proprietary non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) scheduling platform, Reveal. As the leader of our high performing IT team, Rick provides true vision for future technology enhancements and investments, ensuring a seamless digital experience for stakeholders. Rick holds his bachelor’s of science degree in computer science and psychology, with a bachelor’s of arts degree in business management.
Ed Overn - MTM Transit

Ed Overn

Senior Vice President, Operations

Ed Overn - MTM Transit

Ed Overn

Senior Vice President, Operations

Ed Overn, Regional Vice President, Transit

To help ensure our regional teams flourish through exceptional leadership and hands-on management, Ed oversees MTM Transit’s paratransit, fixed route, microtransit, travel training, quality assurance, and special needs transportation services nationwide. Working with our clients, Regional Vice Presidents, and local management teams, his ultimate goals are to increase service efficiency, ensure contractual compliance, and support ongoing growth. A nearly 40-year veteran of the transportation industry, Ed has served in a variety of roles that have helped him cultivate his vast transit knowledge and expertise. Beginning as an EMS Dispatcher and Paratransit Operator in 1984, Ed quickly advanced his career into executive-level management roles with organizations like American Medical Response, Laidlaw Transit Services, MV Transportation, and Transdev North America.
Scott Transue

Scott Transue

Regional Vice President - West

Scott Transue

Scott Transue

Regional Vice President - West

Scott Transue, Regional Vice President, Transit

With more than 22 years of public and private sector transit management experience, including paratransit, dial a ride, fixed route, travel training, eligibility assessment, call center, and capital projects, Scott offers MTM Transit clients in the West region hands-on oversight and expertise. His focus on safety, quality maintenance, and superior customer service, combined with his unique leadership experience, are of great benefit to MTM Transit as we continue our rapid growth in the West region. Scott’s invaluable experience includes leadership positions with private organizations as a Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO); he also worked for the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) managing a variety of projects. His work with people with disabilities brought him into the transit industry. Prior to his roles in transit, Scott managed an Adult Day Health Center, where he provided his clients with mobility training—now officially recognized in the industry as travel training. Scott earned his Bachelor’s Degree from San Diego State University (SDSU).
Cat DeGray

Cat DeGray

Regional Vice President – East

Cat DeGray

Cat DeGray

Regional Vice President – East

Cat is a seasoned transit professional with a passion for elevating public transportation services. With a remarkable career spanning over a decade, Cat's journey began as General Manager for a start-up airport rental car center in Chicago. Her expertise in paratransit and various transit leadership roles led her to serve as Senior Director of Operations for a national transit vendor, overseeing multiple contracts across a vast region. As MTM Transit's Regional Vice President – East, Cat collaborates with stakeholders to enhance service efficiency, ensure contractual compliance, and drive ongoing growth. Her commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction makes her an invaluable asset to MTM Transit.
Jack Hempstead

Jack Hempstead

Regional Vice President - Central

Jack Hempstead

Jack Hempstead

Regional Vice President - Central

Jack Hempstead, Regional Vice President, Transit

Jack is an invaluable resource to MTM Transit’s operations and clients in the Central region of the country, collaborating with all stakeholders to increase service efficiency, ensure contractual compliance, and support ongoing growth. Jack’s background in the industry includes nearly 20 years of experience in transit leadership roles with national organizations like Laidlaw, MV Transportation, and First Transit. In his previous ten-year career with MV Transportation, he was a two-time nominee for General Manager of the year due to his ongoing commitment to employee morale, operational efficiency, and safety. Jack holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
John Seber

John Seber

Senior Director, Maintenance

John Seber

John Seber

Senior Director, Maintenance

With more than 30 years of experience in vehicle and facility maintenance, John is an expert technician who has overseen the maintenance of large vehicle fleets nationwide. At MTM Transit, he ensures the successful execution of maintenance operations nationwide. In partnership with our Regional Directors of Maintenance, local General Managers, and maintenance teams, John oversees activities such as preventative fleet maintenance, repairs, and bodywork. Most recently before joining MTM Transit, he served as the Executive Director for the Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority (CIRTA), overseeing the organization’s wide variety of transportation programs. In prior roles such as Director of Maintenance for transit operators like National Express and MV Transportation, he oversaw fleet and facility management for multiple sites.
Joe Sullivan

Joseph Sullivan

Director, Maintenance - West

Joe Sullivan

Joseph Sullivan

Director, Maintenance - West

Joseph Sullivan, Regional Director of Maintenance

As Regional Director of Maintenance, Joseph oversees MTM Transit’s maintenance activities for our contracts in the West region of the United States. Joseph has more than 10 years of experience in the fleet maintenance industry, holding positions from Transit Bus Technician to Fleet Maintenance Supervisor. Joseph is an ASE-Certified Master Technician and has experience repairing and overseeing repairs on cutaways, alternative fuel vehicles, Multiplex electronic control systems, and ITS equipment. In 2015, he was awarded the American Public Works Association Professional Manager of the Year in Public Fleet for the Sacramento Chapter.
Carl Foote

Carl Foote

Director, Maintenance - East

Carl Foote

Carl Foote

Director, Maintenance - East

Carl oversees all maintenance functions for MTM Transit’s operations in the eastern portion of the country, working with General Managers and maintenance teams to provide safe, timely, and high quality performance of preventive fleet maintenance, repairs, and bodywork. He is a seasoned maintenance professional, having spent more than 30 years in leadership roles in vehicle maintenance. Carl offers a hands-on supervisory approach that benefits our maintenance teams, clients, and passengers. With his expertise and guidance, MTM Transit continues to refine our fleet management and maintenance processes, including our green vehicle initiatives. Carl is an ASE Certified Master Auto Technician and is a member of the International Automotive Technician Network.
Monique Avalos

Monique Avalos

Director, Safety - West/Mountain

Monique Avalos

Monique Avalos

Director, Safety - West/Mountain

With more than 21 years of experience in transit and safety, Monique brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. She is responsible for overseeing safety initiatives in the West/Mountain region, specifically for the Austin North and South locations. Monique has a strong background in managing safety for large-scale projects and analyzing accidents/incidents to identify trends and implement effective solutions. Her qualifications extend beyond safety, as she has successfully coordinated compliance efforts and fostered a positive safety culture within organizations. Monique is dedicated to enhancing safety protocols and ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations.
Matthew Weinberg

Matthew Weinberg

Senior Director, Safety Administration

Matthew Weinberg

Matthew Weinberg

Senior Director, Safety Administration

Matthew Weinberg, Director, Safety Administration

As our Senior Director, Safety Administration, Matthew oversees MTM Transit’s award-winning safety and training programs, which are aimed at ensuring high quality, safe transportation for passengers nationwide. He also oversees, updates, and enforces our Safety Management System, System Safety Program Plan, Emergency Preparedness Plan, and Drug and Alcohol Policies across our book of business. Matthew directs and conducts company-wide operational safety audits, and facilitates creative safety initiatives like regular safety blitzes, as well as our exclusive Master Operator and ZAP programs. Additionally, he coordinates with local management teams and our clients to ensure all locations meet our safety goals and training objectives, while maintaining compliance with local, state, and Federal regulations. Over the course of his nearly 20 year career, he has been responsible for safety and compliance at several large national transit organizations. Matthew is a Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM).
Pat Lopez

Pat Lopez

Director, Transit Technology

Pat Lopez

Pat Lopez

Director, Transit Technology

Pat leads MTM Transit’s efforts to continuously optimize delivery of services through the use of technology. Pat has more than 20 years of experience in management and team leadership in information systems and service delivery, providing strategic planning, architecture, security, infrastructure, and technology solutions. Prior to joining MTM Transit, Pat spent more than 18 years developing, implementing, and supporting Intelligent Transportation Solutions in various roles of increased responsibility. Pat holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Computer Information Systems from Eastern New Mexico University. He is an ITIL Foundations practitioner and is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer.
Ben Schandle

Ben Schandle

Director, Business Development - West/Mountain

Ben Schandle

Ben Schandle

Director, Business Development - West/Mountain

Ben is a consultative sales, marketing, and business development leader with more than 15 years of experience in the transit industry. He is highly skilled at assessing transportation agency operations, market opportunities, and community initiatives to develop and implement comprehensive plans for new clients. Ben possesses a strong process improvement mindset with the ability to implement new systems to enhance data-driven decision making, customer service, and process efficiency. During new client implementations, he works with our operational teams to ensure successful transitions and start-ups.
Brant Kraner

Brant Kraner

Director, Pricing

Brant Kraner

Brant Kraner

Director, Pricing

Brant is an experienced professional with more 16 years of expertise in financial planning and analysis. As MTM Transit’s Director, Pricing, he leverages his extensive knowledge in pricing strategies and methodologies. With a keen eye for detail, Brant excels in analyzing pricing trends, conducting financial analysis, and implementing effective pricing strategies to optimize revenue and profitability while being a responsible steward of funds for our clients. His strong background in reporting and budgeting enables him to provide valuable insights and recommendations to drive business growth.
An orange blob. MTM Transit offers plentiful transit technology solutions and partnerships, including paratransit RSD platforms and fixed route technology.