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2024 Transportation Conference

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About the Conference

46th Annual Transportation Conference
January 17-19, 2024
Galt House in Louisville, KY (East Tower)

Register Here

Each January, KBT hosts the Commonwealth’s premier multi-modal transportation conference. With a focus on advocacy, education, and networking, over 400 people gather each year to examine the important role a safe, efficient, multi-modal transportation network plays in growing our economy and enhancing quality of life. Attendees will hear from KYTC leaders and other industry experts that span all modes of transportation, speaking to issues such as modernizing funding mechanisms, innovation and technology advancements, and legislative policy issues in the year ahead.

In 2024 specifically, we will further investigate why a multi-modal transportation system is foundational for economic development. By providing a well-connected and integrated network, it supports trade, investment, regional growth, and overall economic vitality.
Transportation serves as a catalyst for economic development by enabling the efficient movement of goods, people, and services, fostering trade, creating jobs, encouraging investment, and supporting various industries. A robust and well-maintained transportation system is essential for a vibrant and growing economy.

*  Air  *  Highways, Streets & Roads  *  Rail  *  Waterways  *
* Public Transit  *  Active Transportation  * Safety *

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Industry professionals from across all modes: air, highways, local streets and roads, rail, public transit, waterways, and safety
  • Government agencies including elected officials and staff
  • Associations and Economic Developers

 

WHY ATTEND?

  • Meet new friends and visit with old ones
  • Small group discussions and large social events
  • Share your ideas and concerns with peers
  • Learn beyond your field of interest
No refunds after December 22nd. 

Conference Lodging

When: January 17-19, 2024
Where: The Galt House- Louisville, KY
140 N Fourth St, Louisville, KY 40202

Reserve a Room

  • Reserve a Room at the Galt House Now

Reserve your room online or call The Galt House at
1-800-843-4258 and reference group code 110KBTA. 
The cut-off date for the discounted room rate is December 29th.
Do not book with third-party sites;  book directly via The Galt House. 

Parking for conference overnight guests will be discounted to $15 per night in the East Tower Garage.

Download 2024 sponsor and exhibitor information

2024 Agenda At-A-Glance

All modes are represented by leaders from both the private and public sector including Highway Contractors, Engineering Consultants, Suppliers, Riverport Authorities, Short Line & Commercial Rail, Biking & Pedestrian Advocates, Public Transit, and Commercial & General Aviation.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

10:00 am-2:00 pm Exhibitor Check-In
3:00 pm KBT Board of Directors Meeting
4:00 pm Conference Check-In Begins
5-6:30 pm Welcome Reception with Exhibitors
Dinner On Your Own

Thursday, January 18, 2024

8-9:00 am Breakfast with Exhibitors
8:00 am Conference Check-In Continues
8:45-11:00 am Welcome and General Sessions
11:00 am Break with Exhibitors
11:15 am Breakout Sessions
12-1:00 pm Buffet Luncheon with Exhibitors
1-3:00 pm General Sessions
3-4:00 pm Breakout Sessions
5-7:00 pm Networking Reception: Sponsored by WSP
Dinner On Your Own

Friday, January 19, 2024,

8-9:00 am Breakfast with Exhibitors
9-11:00 am General Sessions
11:00 am Final Break with Exhibitors
11:15 am Breakout Sessions
12:00 pm Buffet Luncheon, Closing Keynote Speaker, and Transportation Hall of Fame Awards
Closing Remarks

Presenters - (will continue to update as confirmed)

Greg Bowles

  • Head of Government and Regulatory Affairs- Joby Aviation
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Michael Cansler

  • Area Sales Manager- Rogers Group
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Brian Cobb

  • Chief Innovation Officer- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
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Pat Crowley

  • Partner- Strategic Advisers LLC
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Naitore Djigbenou

  • Office of Public Affairs Executive Director - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
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William Downey

  • Director, Government Affairs- R.J. Corman Railroad Group
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Deneatra Henderson

  • Chief District Engineer-KYTC Department of Highways
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Carter Hendricks

  • Executive Director-South Western Kentucky Economic Development Council
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Robert W. Koehler

  • Executive Director- Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI)
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Doug Kreis

  • Director- Kentucky Transportation Center
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Drew Loiars

  • CFI- Flywell Aviation
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Commissioner Bobbi Jo Lewis

  • Commissioner- Department of Rural and Municipal Aid
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Keith Lovan

  • State Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator- Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
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Haley McCoy

  • President and CEO- entucky Association for Economic Development (KAED)
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Lisa Miller

  • Innovation Program Associate- The Eastern Transportation Coalition (TETC)
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Judge Gary Moore

  • Judge Executive- Boone County
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Dan Pallme

  • Assistant Chief of Freight and Logistics- Tennessee Department of Transportation
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Mindy Peterson

  • Public Involvement Director- Parsons
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Mark Policinski

  • CEO, Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments (OKI)
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Former State Representative Sal Santoro

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Brad Schneider

  • Henderson County Judge-Executive
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Jason Siwula

  • Deputy State Highway Engineer
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Gary Valentine

  • Major Project Advisor- Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
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Frankfort, KY 40461
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(502) 491-5600

Contact Info

Jennifer Kirchner, Executive Director
jennifer@kbtnet.org 

Missy Angolia, Member & Event Coordinator
missy@kbtnet.org

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