WALL,
N.J., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Student
Transportation of America (STA), an industry leader in school
transportation, safety and fleet services, is pleased to share that
three of its esteemed leadership team members received recognition
during the National School Transportation Association (NSTA) Annual
Meeting & Convention held last night in Nashville, Tenn. Highlighting each
individual's commitment to industry excellence, community
stewardship and service, the team took home the program's top
awards including the 2024 Hall of Fame, Golden Merit and
Committee Member of the Year.
Student Transportation of America
executives honored for industry excellence, community stewardship
and service.
STA was also recognized by the Association for pursuing
ambitious environmental goals and eco-friendly initiatives, earning
the Go Yellow, Go Green
award for its electric vehicle (EV) program.
The following STA employees were named award recipients during
the July 23rd
ceremony:
- Patrick Vaughan, Chief
Executive Officer emeritus, was named as the winner of the most
coveted recognition, receiving induction into the NSTA
Hall of Fame for his contributions to the industry
throughout his 45-year career.
- Gregg Stinson, Executive
Vice President of the Eastern US Business Group, was named an
NSTA 2024 Golden Merit award winner.
- Keith Galloway, Senior
Vice President, Business Development/M&A, was named the
NSTA 2024 Committee Member of the Year award
winner.
"It's only fitting for Patrick to receive induction into the
NSTA Hall of Fame. With his remarkable knowledge, extensive
experience, and commitment to bettering the industry, he's played
such an integral role in shaping student transportation as we know
it. What a great way to wrap up a successful career," said
Gene Kowalczewski, Chief
Executive Officer of STA. "We are also beyond thrilled to see
Gregg and Keith recognized in their award categories as well. They
both work incredibly hard to make a tangible impact each day on the
job and are leaders in their craft."
Patrick Vaughan, who recently
announced his retirement after a long and successful career
with STA, joined the company in 2011 and became the President of
STA's School Transportation Group in 2017. In 2019, he was named
the company's CEO and was instrumental in leading disciplined
growth and a strategic focus on improved safety. Vaughan
was visible in the field, visiting locations across
North America, and often worked
closely with regional and local teams, implementing new initiatives
in safety, driver staffing, and technology. His dedication has been
previously recognized with NSTA's Golden Merit Award.
Gregg Stinson has devoted his
40-year career to serving the student transportation industry in
both maintenance and operational roles. He has consistently
prioritized safety, reliability, and exceptional service. Stinson
spearheaded STA's significant market share expansion through
strategic growth initiatives and acquisitions. He has also helped
ensure the seamless integration of new personnel into STA's family
of operating companies, fostering a cohesive and supportive
environment.
Keith Galloway is a seasoned
professional in the school bus transportation industry. Since 1983,
he has spent his time in various roles, including Branch
Manager, District Director of Operations, Area General Manager, and
Director of Business Development. He joined STA in 2018 to
lead the company's merger and acquisitions and business development
efforts. Galloway serves on the NSTA Business Development
Committee and is a member of the Data Acquisition Subcommittee of
BDC. He also is a member of the NSTA Membership Committee and
provides the organization with keen insight—while serving in both
roles.
For the company category, STA was honored with the Go Yellow,
Go Green award for its
overall commitment to decreasing its carbon footprint and helping
to move the company and industry toward a greener future. To date,
STA has replaced more than 3,500 diesel engine school buses with
alternative fuel vehicles. Through grants, strategic partnerships,
and investment, STA is now expanding its EV bus program to select
districts across the nation, most recently, adding EV buses to its
Northeastern fleets in New
Hampshire and Connecticut.
"We are so grateful to NSTA for recognizing STA this year,
especially with the 'Go Yellow, Go
Green' award. It's an honor and great tribute to our team's
efforts in the EV space over the last year," said Rachel Lane, VP of Electrification and
Sustainability, STA. "STA embraces innovation, and we
understand the power EVs can have if deployed properly. We're
working closely with school districts across the country to explore
EV technology and find the right solutions. We hope to continue our
strategic efforts and maintain this positive momentum."
To learn more about STA and its EV program or to join the STA
family, please visit www.ridesta.com.
About Student Transportation of America
Student Transportation of America (STA), an industry leader in
school transportation and fleet services, was founded in 1997 on
the bedrock of family, community, and a safety-first mindset.
Operating more than 22,000 vehicles, STA provides customers with
the highest level of safe and reliable student transportation,
management, logistics, and technology solutions throughout the U.S.
and Canada. The company is focused
on fostering a safety-driven culture that empowers its employees to
feel proud of their work, delivering safe, reliable, and on-time
service. Additionally, STA's commitment to positively impacting the
health of our passengers and the planet is evident through its
conscious decision to undertake each initiative to decrease its
carbon footprint to help move the company and industry toward a
greener future. For more information, please visit
www.rideSTA.com.
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