We are thrilled to announce an upcoming hybrid Road Safety Panel event hosted by ITE Toronto, taking place on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm ET. This exciting event will be held at the BA Group Office, located at 95 St Clair Avenue West Suite 1000, and will also be available online. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm ET
Location: BA Group Office, 95 St Clair Avenue West Suite 1000
Format: Hybrid (In-person and online options available)
Featured Speakers:
Russell Brownlee, M.A. Sc., RSP1, FITE, P. Eng.
CEO, True North Safety Group (TNS)
Russell Brownlee is a Transportation Safety Engineer with extensive experience in forensic investigation and consulting services related to transportation facility design, construction, operations, human factors, and maintenance. As the CEO of TNS, he is a registered professional engineer in several Canadian provinces and has been recognized as an expert in transportation engineering and safety by the Superior Court of Justice in Ontario. Russell has held numerous leadership roles within ITE, including Past President of the Toronto Section Executive and Canadian District Director on ITE’s International Board of Direction. He has received prestigious awards such as the Transportation Safety Council Edmund R. Ricker Award and the CITE Robert Burton Distinguished Service Award.
Sheyda Saneinejad, P. Eng, RSP1
Manager, Vision Zero Projects, City of Toronto
With over 14 years of experience in road safety and active transportation, Sheyda Saneinejad is a professional engineer dedicated to improving safety for vulnerable road users. As the Manager of Vision Zero Projects at the City of Toronto, she oversees various aspects of planning, designing, operating, and monitoring the right of way for vulnerable road users. Sheyda holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Master’s degree in Transportation Planning and Engineering. Her diverse experience spans both public and private sectors, making her a key figure in the implementation of Vision Zero initiatives in Toronto.
Geni Bahar, P.Eng., P.E., RSPI2, FITE
President, NAVIGATS Inc.
Geni Bahar is a civil engineer with more than 40 years of professional experience as a researcher and practitioner in road safety management. As the President of NAVIGATS Inc., she has developed a broad and unique blend of expertise in analytical methodologies and tools for road safety, traffic analysis, collision studies, and safety program development. Geni has played a pivotal role in several Vision Zero initiatives and has been actively involved in TRB, ITE, and TAC safety committees. She has been recognized for her contributions to the transportation industry with awards such as the TAC “Transportation Person of the Year” and the CARSP Lifetime Achievement Award.
Peter Y. Park, Ph.D., P.Eng.
Professor and Associate Dean, Lassonde School of Engineering, York University
Dr. Peter Y. Park is a distinguished professor and Associate Dean of Research, Innovation, Enterprise & Partnerships at the Lassonde School of Engineering, York University. With 30 years of experience in both industry and academic research, Dr. Park specializes in road and rail safety, intelligent transportation systems, big data analytics, and transportation planning. He has been instrumental in developing safety tools and initiatives for various government agencies, including GIS-based systems for identifying high collision locations and the U.S. Federal Highway Administration’s Countermeasure Selection Tool for “SafetyAnalyst.” Dr. Park’s extensive research and contributions to transportation safety have been published in numerous top-tier journals, and he continues to serve on editorial boards for leading journals in the field.
Pricing:
Registration:
Only online registered participants will receive the link to join the online session.
Event Sponsor: We would like to extend our gratitude to BA Group for graciously sponsoring this event.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn from and engage with leading industry experts in road safety. Register now to secure your spot!
