Conference Of Minority Transportation Officials - COMTO

10/16/2026

Happy National Boss’s Day to COMTO President & CEO, April Rai, Deputy CEO, Tyra Redus.

Your leadership and dedication to COMTO and its mission is an inspiration. Thank you for all you do for the COMTO Family!

10/15/2026

Looking to elevate your brand at one of the industry’s must-attend events? Become a sponsor for the 16th annual Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation Awards Breakfast, March 3, 2027.

This year we are offering a variety of exclusive packages, including the Green Room Sponsor and Honoree Alumni Group.

Don’t wait! Head over to bit.ly/CWWMN2027 and secure your sponsorship today!

10/09/2026

The 16th Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation Awards Breakfast heads to the Historic Capital Hilton Hotel on Wednesday March 3, 2027.

Did you know? The Capital Hilton has welcomed presidents, dignitaries, and celebrities. At the time of its opening, some of these special guests included Lucille Ball, Judy Garland and future Queen Elizabeth II.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stayed at the Capital Hilton following his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech. Each U.S. President, since Franklin D. Roosevelt, has visited the hotel.

Don’t miss your opportunity to visit this iconic Washington D.C. hotel during our annual awards ceremony in March.

Register today: https://bit.ly/CWWMN2027

10/07/2026

What’s the worst career advice Nuria Fernandez, former Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Administrator, received?

RELAX in Retirement

“I’m very driven, so to just turn it down and shut it off was hard,” said Fernandez. Hear about her incredible journey from Panama to the FTA and why she’s now in her “Rewiring” season.

It's a candid conversation worth the listen!

Check out our latest episode of Driven by COMTO:
https://youtu.be/_x5g4JKEkq4?si=3VrVok-oI6KogSG9

10/06/2026

COMTO is informing its members of proposed changes by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) that may impact them. The proposed rule would make significant changes to how SBA determines whether a business qualifies as "small" for purposes of federal contracting programs and other SBA assistance.

COMTO encourages members to review the proposed rule and consider submitting comments to SBA by November 20, 2026.

COMTO is also preparing organizational comments and welcomes member feedback to help inform our response. Please submit your feedback by Monday, November 2 here: https://bit.ly/3Vv45Sk

Read the full article here: https://comto.org/news/sba-extends-comment-period-and-comto-solicits-feedback-proposed-changes-small-business-size

10/05/2026

Your first step toward a future in transportation could begin here. Applications are now open for the 2027 COMTO CITY Internship Program.

Gain real-world experience, participate in professional development, build your network, and explore career opportunities across the transportation industry.

Students who are ready to learn, grow, and make their move are encouraged to apply.

Apply today: https://comto.secure-platform.com/site/solicitations/103021/home

10/02/2026

The wait is almost over! Applications for the 2027 COMTO CITY Internship Program open Monday, October 5.

Students and prospective Host Agencies prepare to take your next step! Follow COMTO for the official application announcement.

Learn more about the program here: https://comto.org/about/programs/city-internship-program

10/01/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for COMTO’s 16th Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation Awards Breakfast!

Don’t miss out on this special event where we honor outstanding women trailblazers in the transportation industry.

$50 off for the first 50!

Register now to lock in your early bird rate to the industry’s must-attend event of the year! https://members.comtonational.org/page/2027-CWWMN-Home

Celebrate with us March 3, 2027, in Washington, DC. Honorees will be announced in early 2027.

09/28/2026

Only one week to go until applications open for the 2027 COMTO CITY Internship Program!

Students: Prepare to take the next step toward a career-building experience.
Organizations: Consider how a COMTO CITY Intern could contribute to your team.

Alumni, COMTO members, advisors, and community partners: Please share!

Applications open October 5, 2026. Learn more here: https://comto.org/about/programs/city-internship-program

09/25/2026

The latest episode of Driven by COMTO is out now!

“Make the choice to take a chance or your life will never change,” says our next guest Nuria Fernandez, Former Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Administrator and CEO of AMDC Consulting, LLC who was just inducted into the American Public Transportation Association Hall of Fame!

She discusses her career journey, advice for the next generation, and how to persist through even the toughest roadblocks.

See her full episode here: https://youtu.be/_x5g4JKEkq4

Driven by COMTO is also available on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

“Make the choice to take a chance or your life will never change,” ...