The Bus Stop

Joining us at NSTA: The Bus Stop this week, Regina Phelps, Founder of EMS Solutions and 2021 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention Keynote Speaker. Regina engages with NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn on the status of the United States' vaccination efforts against Covid-19. The duo discuss the surge of the Delta variant and what that means for vaccinated and unvaccinated people, as well as l...

Join us this week at NSTA: The Bus Stop for an engaging conversation about student transportation with a longstanding NSTA Member. Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes Rudd Lowry, Chief Marketing Officer at TranSubro onto the podcast. Rudd and Curt about his educational background and start at TranSubro. They also discuss TranSubro's longtime relationship with NSTA, and Rudd explains serv...

This week join us at NSTA: The Bus Stop for an engaging conversation about student transportation, as NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn invites Jim Crowcroft, North American Dealer Sales & Service Manager, at Thomas Built Buses onto the podcast. Jim recounts his background in student transportation, and how he became immersed in the industry. The duo also talk about Thomas Built Buses'...

With Curt Macysyn at NSTA: The Bus Stop is Bill Nash  Cybersecurity Advisor, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Bill tells Curt about his background and about what CISA does.  Bill informs Curt about the services CISA can provide for threat assessments. Bill and Curt discuss the recent ransomware attacks, and other issues in cybersecurity. The duo spoke the importance of cybe...

This week join us at NSTA: The Bus Stop   NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn is joined by Rich Kelly, Esq. from RC Kelly Law Associates. Rich tells Curt about RC Kelly Law Associates and their relationship with NSTA. They then discuss the Business Counsel Program and its benefits to NSTA members. The duo then  dive into the development of the CERTS Act, and NSTA's lobbying efforts.  Curt a...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Martiza Valentin, Contract and OEM Sales Manager at AMF Bruns, joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn. On the podcast, Maritza talks about her role at AMF Bruns, as well as the company and her personal relationship with NSTA. Maritza explains how she got her start in student transportation, and how servicing those with specials needs has evolved over the year...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Richard Wolfington Jr, President of Wolfington Body Co. joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn. On the podcast, Richard talks about the rich history of Wolfington from its inception as a carriage manufacturer, and its evolution since that time. The duo recap the recent NSTA team visit to Wolfington Headquarters, and Richard talks about Wolfington's relat...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Joe Leggett, Director of Sales - Aftermarket Parts for Collins Bus Corporation, joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn. On the podcast, Joe talks about his role with Collins Bus, as well as the company's longstanding relationship with NSTA. Joe and Curt converse about the future of student transportation, and Joe describes Collins' new Mobile Clinic...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Jan De Man, Managing Director at Busworld Foundation and Knowledge Director at Busworld, and Inge Buytaert, Marketing and Communications Officer at Busworld, join NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn for a lively discussion. On the podcast, Jan and Inge talk about the Busworld organization, and how they support the transportation sector. They also highlight the B...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - David Zickafoose, Owner of Hilton Bus, joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn. On the podcast, David talks about his unique training and background, as well as his path into the student transportation industry. David also outlines how his relationship with NSTA first began. Curt and David talk about the Strategic Business Plan survey that has been sent out to...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Patrick Dean, Vice President at Dean Transportation, as well as Chair of the NSTA Strategic Business Plan Committee  joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn. On the podcast, Patrick talks about the longstanding relationship between NSTA and Dean Transportation. Curt and Patrick talk about the Strategic Business Plan survey that has been sent out this past week...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Sandi Steelhammer, NSTA Grants Administrator, joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn to discuss the NSTA Grants Program. Sandi and Curt provide an overview of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) as well as the NSTA Members Only – DERA grant program. Curt and Sandi get you up to speed on the most current details regarding vehicle eligibility, the applica...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Stephen Hecker, general manager at Jackson Control joins NSTA Executive Director, Curt Macysyn. On the podcast, Steve describes Jackson Control's unique entry into to the school bus industry with its cutting edge air purification ionizer. Curt and Steve discuss how the relationship between NSTA and Jackson Control developed, and they recap the 2021 NSTA Midwi...

At NSTA: The Bus Stop - this week features Stephanie Wilcoxson, National Account Executive - Specializing in Student Transportation from Infinit-I Workforce Solutions. Stephanie and NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn talk about a variety of topics, including the relationship between Infinit-I and NSTA. Stephanie also outlines the advantages of using a student transportation learning management s...

At NSTA: The Bus Stop - this week features Gene Ballard, Director of Strategy and Business Development at Kajeet, and Sean Slyman, Info Systems Director Associate with Navistar. Gene and Sean discuss the newly formed partnership between Kajeet and IC Bus with NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn. Gene tells Curt about the importance of keeping students and teachers connected to the internet, espec...

Our final edition of NSTA: The Bus Stop for the month of March and our celebration of Women's History Month, NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn invites back Regina Phelps, Founder of Emergency Management Solutions - a crisis management firm. Regina has been a frequent guest on the show, and she always brings great insight to issues surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. On this edition of the p...

As we continue the celebration of Women's History Month at NSTA: The Bus Stop , Curt invites Claire Miller, SVP of Strategy, Business Development, Marketing and Communications for First Student onto the show. Claire and Curt discuss her transition into the student transportation field, as well as her role at First Student. The duo also highlight the partnership between NSTA and First Student,...

For St. Patrick's Day, and as we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, NSTA: The Bus Stop invites Prime Policy Group, Managing Director Becky Weber onto the podcasts. Curt and Becky talk about the partnership between Prime Policy Group and NSTA, as well as the advocacy priorities for the industry as we continue into 2021. Finally, with March Madness in full swing, see who Curt and...

 As we move into Week 2 of "Women's History Month" at NSTA: The Bus Stop , Curt invites Lori Simpson and Linda Neff from Keystone Insurers Group. Linda and Lori chat with Curt about their start in the student transportation field, and how the industry has evolved over the years. The trio also talks about the collaboration between Keystone and NSTA in the Royalty Partner Program, and...

All throughout March 2021, we celebrate "Women's History Month" at NSTA: The Bus Stop. Since 1995, U.S. presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating the month of March as “Women’s History Month.” These proclamations celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of Americ...

For our second NSTA: The Bus Stop Live podcast, Curt welcomes Kim Rentner, Industry Engagement Consultant for Tyler Technologies. Kim has a 20+ year career in K-12 transportation and is a previous guest on the podcast, as well as a presenter at several NSTA meetings. Tyler Technologies is the largest software provider to the public sector, and it's publicly traded on NYSE under the symbol TYL...

Welcome to a special edition of NSTA: The Bus Stop taped live at the NSTA Midwinter Meeting. Curt’s guest is Antonio Civitella, CEO of Transfinder. Tony speaks with Curt about positive changes that have occurred in student transportation, despite the challenges of the pandemic. The duo talks about what the future holds for the industry, and Tony has a “surprising” revelation. You’ll find this cont...

With Curt Macysyn at NSTA: The Bus Stop is Charlie Hood, executive director of NASDPTS. Curt and Charlie discuss the challenges of pupil transportation, and what changes can be made to support the industry. Also, Charlie has a special announcement he will make, and he goes over what may be the future of the NASDPTS "illegal passing" survey. The information you need that keeps student tra...

NSTA: The Bus Stop this week features Corey Muirhead, executive vice president of Logan Bus Co. and current president of the New York School Bus Contractors Association. Corey engages with NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn on the status of school re-openings in New York state, as well as the challenges of getting school bus drivers vaccinated for COVID-19. Also, you'll want to hear Corey&a...

Join us at NSTA: The Bus Stop this week, as Curt Macysyn invites current association president John Benish, Jr. onto the podcast. John and Curt talk about the opening up of states for in-class learning, as well as what's on the horizon as school districts get back into the classroom. Also, see how the "Love the Bus" campaign has transitioned into a virtual activity this year, and wh...