The Bus Stop

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes Andrew Boyce, Regional Account Executive at First Light Safety Products, member of the NSTA Safety Competition Committee, and sponsor of the 2026 AMC NSTA Run Club. Andrew begins the episode by sharing his journey into the school transportation industry and providing insight into his role supporting student safety through en...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes Maritza Valentin, National Account Manager at AMF Bruns and member of NSTA’s Manufacturers Suppliers and Technology (MST) Committee. Maritza starts the episode by sharing her journey into the school transportation industry and provides insight into her role supporting transportation professionals nationwide. Curt and Maritz...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes back Kevin Kilner, Chief Safety Officer at Beacon Mobility, NSTA Safety Competition Committee Chair, and NSTA School Bus Safety Subcommittee Co-Chair. The episode begins with Kevin sharing his journey into the school transportation industry and the experiences that shaped his safety-first leadership approach, while highlight...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes new guest Cassandra Behr, Director of Transportation for Hays CISD, 2026 NSTA School Bus Driver International Safety Competition (SBDISC) host, and member of the NSTA Safety Competition Committee. The episode begins as Cassandra shares her journey into the school transportation industry and reflects on the experiences that s...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes new guest Joe Allen, Director of Sales at Safe Fleet and NSTA Safety Competition Committee Member. Joe begins by sharing his professional background and journey into the student transportation industry, followed by an overview of Safe Fleet and SEON and their role in advancing school bus safety. Curt and Joe discuss how tec...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes John Rojas, CEO of Bumper to Bumper Easy CDL and member of the NSTA Safety Competition Committee. John shares his professional background and journey into the Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) training and ultimately working with school bus drivers, John highlights the “aha moment” that led to the formation of EasyCDL-Online, a...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes back returning guest Shane Cauble, Sales Director of National Accounts at IC Bus, 2026 SBDISC Scholarship Sponsor, and upcoming 2026 AMC OEM Panelist. Shane begins by sharing his professional background and path into the student transportation industry, setting the stage for a conversation on how the sales side keeps pace w...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes returning guest Shannon Sawyer, Senior Vice President of Fleet & Midwest Bus Sales at Beacon Mobility and Co-Chair of NSTA’s Manufacturers, Suppliers, and Technology (MST) Committee. Shannon opens the episode by sharing her professional journey and how her extensive background in service operations led her into the stud...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes new guest Brian Schamma, Vice President of School Bus Sales at Master’s Transportation. Brian begins the episode by sharing his professional background and how he became involved in the student transportation industry. Curt and Brian discuss Master’s Transportation’s role in helping contractors and districts navigate the de...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes Rudd Lowry, CEO of Downtime Subrogation and a 2026 NSTA SBDISC Scholarship Sponsor. Rudd starts the episode by sharing his professional background, and how he became involved in the student transportation industry. Curt and Rudd dive into Downtime Subrogation’s role in helping operators recover overlooked costs that extend...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a returning guest Richard Wolfington Jr. and a new guest Eganne Wolfington McGowan of Wolfington Body Company. Richard and Eganne open the episode by sharing about Wolfington Body Company's long-standing impact on the student transportation industry. Richard shares his experience and perspective from years in the field...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes new guest Tanner Kotch, Director of Strategic Accounts at Motive. Tanner opens the episode by sharing his background, where he is based, and how he became involved in the student transportation industry. Curt and Tanner discuss Motive’s role in the industry and how its technology is helping school transportation providers e...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes back returning guest Corey Muirhead, Executive Vice President of Logan Bus Company Inc & Affiliates and NSTA Board of Directors member. Corey opens the episode by sharing his background, how he became involved in the student transportation industry, and an overview of Logan Bus Company’s 40+ year history serving communi...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a new guest, Robert Stobaugh, Chief Operating Officer – Go to Market at Samsara and 2026 NSTA Midwinter Meeting Keynote Speaker. Robert opens the episode by sharing his background and how he became involved in the student transportation industry, along with an overview of Samsara and its role in supporting school transporta...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a new guest, Mario DiFoggio, General Manager, Dealer Channel Sales and Marketing, for Thomas Built Buses. Mario kicks off the episode by reflecting on his professional journey and how he found his way into the student transportation industry, offering insight into his role at one of the most recognized school bus manufactur...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a new guest, Courtney Villani, Owner of Villani Bus Company, and New Jersey School Bus Contractors Association (NJSBCA) President. Courtney kicks off the episode by reflecting on her professional journey and what it means to lead a third-generation family business celebrating 107 years of service. Curt and Courtney discuss...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a new guest, Carolyn Logue, Founder of CA Logue Public Affairs. Carolyn reflects on her professional journey and the path that led her into public affairs, and why maintaining a strong voice with state legislators is critical. Curt and Carolyn discuss the work of CA Logue Public Affairs and its role in helping clients naviga...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a new guest, Wendy Bast, Co-Owner and Vice Chair of GO Riteway Transportation Group, out of Milwaukee, WI. Wendy reflects on her personal journey and the path that led her into the student transportation industry, sharing what it means to carry forward a third-generation family legacy during Women's History Month. Curt...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes back Becky Weber, Managing Director at Prime Policy Group and NSTA Lobbyist. Becky reflects on her professional background and her role representing NSTA members on Capitol Hill, sharing insight into what leadership means to her. The duo explore Prime Policy Group's longstanding relationship with NSTA, and how they cont...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes Garrett Regan, Vice President of Corporate Development at Minnesota Coaches & Affiliates and former president of the Minnesota School Bus Operators Association (MSBOA). Garrett shares his personal background and reflects on growing up immersed within student transportation, offering perspective on how those early experie...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes returning guest Matt Jandrisavitz, Partner at RC Kelly Law Associates and counsel to the National School Transportation Association. Matt shares his professional background and reflects on the 2026 NSTA Midwinter Meeting in Fort Lauderdale, including highlights from his legal session, “Covering Your Bases: Safeguarding Speci...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes first-time guest Adam Silbernagel, Senior Vice President of Information Technology at Summit School Services and a 2026 NSTA Midwinter Meeting MST Technology Panelist. Adam shares his professional background and how he found his way into the student transportation industry, along with his first impressions after attending h...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes first-time guest Marty Savino, National Accounts Manager at School Radio and a 2026 NSTA Midwinter Meeting MST Tech Panelist. The conversation begins with Marty sharing his background and how he became involved in the student transportation industry. Marty gives Curt and listeners a high-level look at School Radio and discu...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes returning guest Tim Weaverling, Partner and Commercial Account Executive at RWR Insurance, and longtime NSTA Vendor and Royalty Partner. Tim shares his journey into the student transportation industry and how he became involved with NSTA. Plus, Curt and Tim highlight the value of NSTA meetings and networking opportunities i...

Sun, sand, and school transportation is here! NSTA is brining the mic on the road to the 2026 NSTA Midwinter Meeting in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes Joe Rossi, Vice President of Global Sales at Transfinder and a sponsor of NSTA: The Bus Stop at the 2026 NSTA Midwinter Meeting, recorded live from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Joe s...