Membership

We are a group of experts, each with professional careers spanning over 20 years in various transportation-related fields. We have joined forces to provide independent and dedicated advisory and consultancy services to our clients. Our core competencies include: 1. Public Private Partnerships (PPP or PPA’s) for the construction, maintenance, and operation of transportation infrastructure such as transit systems, toll roads, and airports. 2. Pricing strategies for private vehicle use, encompassing parking, tolling, and congestion pricing. 3. RFPs and proposal development support providing technical knowledge, tailor-made specs, design, and documentation. 4. Policy design and planning for transportation, including feasibility studies and project management. 5. Organizational and project management, budgeting, procurement, contract and subcontracting management assistance, operations, and international support.

About

AceApplications, LLC (“AceApplications”) is a technology solutions provider for businesses, schools, and government agencies, delivering custom software and web development, cloud applications, IT consulting, IT staffing, and technology sales. Our team of professionals has over 150 combined years of successful experience in engineering and design, web and software development, consulting, project management, operations management and IT Staffing. We’re dedicated to servicing our clients, by first investing the time to understand their business needs, then working with them to explore solution alternatives, and consequently delivering high performing, reliable technology solutions to solve business problems and increase operational efficiency. The AceApplications team has built more than dazzling, high performing applications; we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability and customer service.

Certifications

• DBE: CA, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MS, NC, NJ, NY, OH, TX, and VA
• MBE: FL, MD, NC
• SBE: MD, Houston Metro
• Federal Certifications: SBA HubZONE
• GSA MAS (former Schedule-70) Contract Holder

Contact

Courtney Powell
cpowell@aceapplications.com

Adaptation is a Management Consulting and Information technology Staffing firm. Adaptation has over 20 years’ experience supporting companies with their technology transformation, organization transition and staff augmentation needs. We realize that the World of Work is changing and that the long-established norms will no longer be the key to success. Companies need to adapt to achanging playing field with new rules. Adaptation is here to help company leadership and their workforce navigate through change to accelerate and smooth the adoption of new ways of working. Adaptation is a certifiedWomen Business Enterprise (WBE) by the nationally known organization WBENC as well as States and Municipalities throughout the US. We are also Federally certified as a Women OwnedSmall Business (WOSB).

Apollo ITS, whose tradition began in 2010, is a Certified Minority owned DBE enterprise, and is dynamic, fast-growing information systems consulting firm specializing in CRM and BI(Business Intelligence, Analytics and Reporting) with domain expertise in Electronic Toll Collection Industry. Headquartered on the edge of Washington DC Metro, ApolloITS employs key subject matter experts in niche areas of Electronic Toll Collection, System Integration, Data Migration and Business Intelligence/Reporting to provide smart, innovative solutions to clients across USA. As a dynamic firm, ApolloITS is agile and flexible to meet customer needs. ApolloITS is a company with strong expertise in Tolling Back-office Solutions, ITS, Tolling Interoperability and Toll Collection Systems. ApolloITS employs a versatile, experienced team with excellent working knowledge in various Tolling Back-Office systems and solutions, including architecture, design, implementation, system integration, data migration, business intelligence/reporting and upgrades. ApolloITS has complete implementation and management experience in NY, NJ, MDTA, NCTA, FTE and Fort Bend. They possess strong IOP(IAG, SeHub, CUSIOP and CTOC) capability in various Toll Interop specifications, implementations and Test/Certifications. ApolloITS, is a Tolling Solutions Technical Consulting firm provide niche toll operations consulting services to agencies in the areas of Technical evaluation, Design reviews, Implementation technical oversight, Transition, Database support, Data migration, Ad-Hoc report generation, Ad-Hoc data analysis, Reconciliation, Revenue Loss/Leak analysis and IV&V User Acceptance Testing.

B12 Consulting is a Global Consulting and Technology Firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

B12 has a dedicated Tolling and Transportation Practice. We service clients globally. In Texas, we can leverage the Texas DIR to serve the Tollway clients, including TXDOT, NTTA, HCTRA.

We have 4 lines of business:

1. Strategy (including Process Redesign and Automation): Business and Technology Strategy, Process Redesign, Automation, AI

2. Software VAR and Systems Integration: Software Systems selection, Strategy, implementation, QA, maintenance, Cloud enablement

3. Talent Management & Staffing (for IT, Executives, Customer service)

4. Government Solutions (B12 is on the Texas DIR)

About

Baez Consulting, LLC specializes in evaluating the feasibility of transportation projects. Gustavo Baez, president, has more than twenty years' experience in toll feasibility studies, travel demand modeling, congestion pricing, risk analysis, data analytics, dynamic pricing algorithms, peer review, equity analysis, transportation planning and traffic simulation. Mr. Baez has facilitated more than $10 billion in bond financing for toll projects in the United States. Gustavo has managed and directed toll projects for toll authorities such as the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority, the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority, the North Texas Tollway Authority, the Texas Turnpike Authority Division of TxDOT, the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; and for private investors such as OHL Infrastructure, CINTRA Developments, Zachary Construction, Kiewit Development Company, Skanska; and for financial advisors such as RBC Capital Markets, Estrada Hinojosa, and First Southwest Company. Download Brochure.

Certifications

• DBE, SBE: TX

• DBE: FL

Contact

Gustavo Baez
gbaez@baezconsulting.com

About

C&M Associates, Inc. has 20 years of U.S. and international traffic and revenue (T&R) analysis experience. C&M has provided T&R services in Virginia, Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Illinois, New Mexico, Michigan, Mississippi, Alabama, Colorado, Oregon, Washington State, California, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Saudi Arabia. C&M has performed more than 200 T&R studies for state-wide public clients, toll authorities, and concessionaires, many of which backed debt and/or equity investments. Public Authorities include NTTA, CTRMA, HCRMA, FTE, MTC, CTIO, CCRMA, WDBA, etc. C&M has advised state and national governments with T&R projections and the procurement of Public-Private Partnerships (P3s). Specifically, C&M has provided CDOT, TxDOT, VDOT, FDOT, IDOT and GDOT with advice on the development of P3 projects.

Certifications

DBE: AZ, AK, IL, MD, TX, VA

Contact

Carlos Contreras
cmcontreras@candm-associates.com

CMB is a WBE/DBE certified company providing support to tolling programs in the areas of roadside and back office tolling systems and operations. We have extensive experience in specification and KPI development, program business rules, systems design and development, testing, operational management, technical writing, QA/QC and financial analysis. CMB provides efficient solutions to monitor system and operational performance for both roadside and CSC systems.

About

CMB is a WBE/DBE certified company providing support to tolling programs in the areas of roadside and back office tolling systems and operations. We have extensive experience in specification and KPI development, program business rules, systems design and development, testing, operational management, technical writing, QA/QC and financial analysis. CMB provides efficient solutions to monitor system and operational performance for both roadside and CSC systems.

Certifications

• WBE/DBE: MD, CA, CO, DE, FL, IL, IN, KY, MI, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, Port Authority of NY & NJ, RI, VA and TX

Contact

Jeff ONeill
jeffrey.oneill@cmbconsultingllc.com

Cogitative Consulting is a dynamic consulting firm that collaborates closely with our clients to enhance, innovate, and fortify new and existing programs to meet their overall organizational initiatives. Cogitative's expertise is deeply rooted in data-driven analysis, empowering us to craft impactful strategic plans, process improvements, and design programs that consistently yield meaningful and measurable results. Cogitative Consulting's vision is to be a consulting firm, distinguished for our unwavering commitment to collaborative partnership with our clients. We strive to foster meaningful relationships by working hand-in-hand with organizations to elevate their potential and create sustainable success. Through our methodical approach, we empower clients to thrive and innovate by aligning their goals and objectives with carefully crafted, proven programs. Our relentless pursuit of excellence ensures that every step of the journey is marked by impactful improvements, enabling our clients to flourish in an ever-evolving landscape.

About

Drive Engineering has served as a leader in transportation engineering since 2010, developing efficient, data-driven solutions to improve mobility, operations, and safety. Whether through design-bid-build, design-build or planning through construction, Drive is a comprehensive resource during all project lifecycle stages. Staffed with tolling professionals, professionals engineers, professional traffic operations engineers, and systems engineers with highly diverse backgrounds, Drive provides a unique skillset capable of meeting a wide range of client’s transportation needs. Drive is licensed in 15 states and has multi-agency coordination experience which allows us to exceed client expectations and complete projects successfully – on time and within budget.

Certifications

• DBE: CT, DE, FL, GA, KY, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, Washington, D.C.
• SBE: FL, MD, PA, TX
• MBE: DE, MD, NH, NJ, NY, OH (OTIC), PA

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Contact

Mario Toscano
mario@driveengineering.com

Eclipse Management has been in business since 2010, with permanent offices in 3 continents. We are present in Europe, Africa and North America. Eclipse Management is a company in which we believe in leading by example, in local talent and unbiased creativity. Our company model is based on creating a working environment through which our professionals consistently deliver their best performance to our clients.

Finovient provides expertise and human capital in the tolling, transportation, and mobility sectors. Built on a foundation of innovation, we deliver forward-thinking solutions that drive efficiency and transform operations. Beyond providing specialized human capital, our team specializes in providing strategic expertise and support across tolling back-office systems, roadside systems, and toll operations. By leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices, we help clients optimize performance, enhance user experiences, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. Whether supporting system implementations, process improvements, or operational strategies, Finovient is committed to delivering expertise and tailored solutions that create lasting value.

About

Founded in 2003, GeoPat Consulting is a New Jersey based management consulting company seeking to establish integrity-based alliances with public and private sector clients in the Transportation, Tolling, and Public-Private Partnership arenas. GeoPat services and has serviced both U.S. based and internationally based companies and government units.

Certifications

SBE: NJ

Contact

Patricia Horan
phoran@geopatconsulting.com

About

JAFA Technologies, Inc. is a S/WBE Certified consulting firm that provides expertise in Electronic Toll Collection, Electronic Payment Systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems, including design, development, project management, installation, training, testing, and technical writing. JAFA also performs as a referral agent for tolling integrators and agencies by providing subject matter expert consulting services in support of secure credit card processing and PCI compliance.

Certifications

SBE/WBE: NJ, NY, PANYNJ, Metropolitan Transportation Authority TBTA, MA, MD, VA

Contact

Edward Mulka
emulka@jafatech.com

J-Tech is “Helping You Make Roads Safer Workplaces” through development of innovative highway safety equipment, and by being your solutions resource. J-Tech designs and manufactures crash trucks (attenuator trucks, TMAs), cone deployment trucks, and highway safety equipment such as our new LaneBlade® for road debris removal and hitch mounted safety baskets for work zone cone deployment. Our equipment is used by highway contractors, state Departments of Transportations, tollways, utilities, and traffic management companies across North America and beyond. We look forward to helping you make roads safer workplaces and safer traveling places.

Kilan Solutions is a woman-owned, professional services firm specializing in program and project delivery facilitation and enhancement; Information Technology Service Management consulting and the design and implementation of specialized technology solutions. Our collaborative approach to the program management process, paired with our information technology solutions will align with your existing strategies, business management processes, and culture. Our team leverages their talent and deep industry experience to provide the most effective strategic and operational guidance to our clients.

About

Larson Consulting Associates (LCA) provides toll advisory services to organizations across the US.  Located in Seattle, WA, LCA specializes in policy and planning; program management; operations implementation and oversight; marketing and communications; best practices and process improvement.  Larson Consulting Associates is a federally and state certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise; and federally certified Small Business Enterprise.

Certifications

DBE: Caltrans, Federal, MD, WA

Contact

Catherine Larson
catherine@larson.consulting

About

MBI Consulting, Inc. is a professional consulting firm who assists organizations to be more effective with their tolling system initiatives by introducing tolling system best practices and identifying areas of process improvement. At MBI Consulting, Inc., we embrace our commitment to each tolling agency, by ensuring the success of our client's initiatives through the core values of leadership, trust, respect and professionalism. MBI Consulting, Inc. is known for its ability to “translate” between users and programmers and has facilitated process improvements and advances in system integrity with toll agencies across the country.

Certifications

• WBE: MD, VA, North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency
• LDBE: Metropolitan Washington Airport Authority

Contact

Barb Jewell
bsjewell@comcast.net

Public involvement, creative services, video production, multilingual Hispanice woman-owned Community Engagement firm doing business in Florida, Georgia and Pennsylvania.

We’re a full-service design & development marketing agency. We increase audience engagement with proven creative processes and innovative technology that achieves goals.

IT and Management Consulting

About

SBuse Consulting serves the toll industry with knowledge, analysis, connections and three decades of experience. Former toll agency CFO and financial management consultant, Susan Buse provides services in toll finance, business development and management consulting. Susan is a Past President of IBTTA. 

Certifications

• DBE: TX (home), CA, FL, OH, NC, NJ, GA

Contact

Susan Buse
susan@sbuse-consulting.com

About

Silicon Transportation Consultants LLC (STC) provides exceptional consulting services to transportation agencies with a philosophy of offering innovative, yet pragmatic solutions.  STC provides expert advice on congestion pricing, tolling and payments systems, and interoperability.  STC also advises on other transportation technologies, including services such as technology research, strategic planning, evaluation, implementation and operations support.

Certifications

• DBE: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, MO, NM, OR, RI, TX, VA, WA
• SBE: CA, LA Metro, TX, VTA
• MBE: OR

Contact

Sarah Smith 
ssmith@silicontc.com

Stellar Services, Inc. was founded in New York, N.Y. in 1993 by a select group of system engineers in the construction project management industry. Stellar’s initial purpose was to provide customers with the benefit of high functioning IT infrastructure. In September of 2001, Stellar’s airline and airport operations, two primary client industries, were systematically terminated by a terrorist attack that targeted the World Trade Center offices, bringing all Stellar aviation processes to a halt. Through this tragic event however, Stellar Services was able to reorganize our businesses by restoring our focus and expanding solutions to include project and business management to some of the largest public and private organizations.

TAGAAS is a DBE/WBE certified, bespoke Tags-as-a-Service company dedicated to the transponder lifecycle – creating customized transponder fulfillment solutions, consulting with a wide scope of transportation agencies, and developing software/hardware for tolling and transportation.

About

USF is a national, minority owned facilities management and infrastructure support services company. At USF, we manage, maintain, and improve a wide range of built environments, from Class A facilities and campuses, distribution centers and manufacturing plants. We provide infrastructure support for the transportation sector to include our nation's roads, bridges, tunnels, railways, and maritime substructures. We do this through high quality, cost-saving, sustainable solutions aimed to meet the ever-changing needs of our customers. Our decades of steady growth in the industry can be attributed to our proven experience and capability.

Certifications

• MBE: Nationwide through the National / Eastern Minority Business Council; MBE: PANY/NJ

Contact

Bart Mueller
bart.mueller@usfacilities.com

A global leader in advanced road traffic management solutions (ATMS), Valerann is redefining the concept of modern mobility through improving roadway operations efficiency and increasing roadway safety. Our industry leading cloud platform Lanternn by Valerann; provides road traffic authorities with insights for real-time road traffic situation and accidents risk prediction improving their situational awareness and empowering them to take accurate, actionable and timely decisions. By using information from multiple disparate sources and leveraging sophisticated proprietary AI and computer vision algorithms, we extract value from Big Data delivering a clear and holistic overview of the entre road situation in real time. Our solution detects over 95% of all incidents in under 5 min and our customers report 15% reduction in accidents with KSI. Established in 2016, Valerann has offices in the UK, the US Israel and Spain serving customers world-wide.