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April Rai is currently serving as the President & CEO at COMTO National, as well as the Alternate Director & Federal Government Representative at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. Prior to these roles, April held positions such as Deputy Executive Director at WTS International, CEO at National Organizations for Youth Safety, and various roles at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. Throughout their career, April has demonstrated strong leadership in driving organizational effectiveness and fostering collaboration among various stakeholders.
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WHO WE ARE: We ensure transportation serves all. ABOUT: Founded in 1971, COMTO is dedicated to making sure that transportation systems are designed to serve every community effectively. Our focus is on ensuring access, innovation, and leadership across the industry. COMTO is a non-profit, non-partisan association serving the transportation industry for over 50 years. Today, we have 40 chapters across North America and represent over 3,000 member organizations across multiple transportation sectors. Our strength comes from our multi-modal approach—engaging professionals from transit, aviation, highways, rail, and maritime industries. COMTO provides career-building opportunities through mentorship, training, and executive leadership programs. We believe in engaging with communities to ensure transportation meets the needs of those it serves. Our initiatives support the next generation of industry leaders, from students to experienced professionals. National Scholarship Program – Investing in future transportation leaders through financial support for students. TCRP Ambassador Program – Training transportation professionals on public engagement and communication while promoting transformative research on key issues on Transit. CITY Internship Program – Providing 10-week paid internship program to our member agencies and partners to capture emerging leaders entering the transportation industry. COMTO Member Insights – Webinar series providing a platform for COMTO members to share insights on transportation projects, innovations, policies and industry best practices. COMTO hosts signature events that bring together top transportation professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders. Our National Meeting & Training Conference is a premier gathering for professional development and networking. Events like Celebrating Women Who Move the Nation drive industry engagement through recognition of outstanding leadership. COMTO’s committees play a vital role in shaping policy, leadership, and professional growth in transportation. Members can engage in critical discussions, drive initiatives, and make an impact within the industry. These committees provide a collaborative space to address challenges and implement solutions across multiple sectors.