ATSSA’s online Convention & Traffic Expo draws worldwide attendance ATSSA’s online Convention & Traffic Expo draws worldwide attendance People who missed the eight-day event can register to watch recordings of all sessions Pam / Friday, February 19, 2021 0 7768 Article rating: No rating ATSSA’s 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo just wrapped up eight days filled with industry information and plentiful opportunities to interact with experts and innovators in the roadway safety industry. The fully online event drew attendance from every state in the U.S. and Washington, D.C., plus an international contingent representing Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Spain and the United Kingdom. In addition, department of transportation (DOT) officials taking part represented 43 states, Washington, D.C., Canada and Spain. People who registered for the event have until April 9 to watch all of the sessions again or see anything they missed. Anyone who was unable to attend over the past two weeks can register now to see all of the sessions, visit exhibits and earn continuing education credits. Read more
ATSSA Announces Innovation Awards at 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo ATSSA Announces Innovation Awards at 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo Pedestrian safety and work zone products recognized at ATSSA’s Circle of Innovation Pam / Thursday, February 18, 2021 0 8308 Article rating: No rating FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (Feb. 18, 2021) – Two exhibitors at ATSSA’s 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo received Innovation Awards today in recognition of new products that contribute to the industry’s mission of advancing roadway safety and working Toward Zero Deaths. The new products from 2020 were evaluated by a panel of judges made up of Department of Transportation personnel. Judges reviewed nine items from companies across the country as part of the New Products Rollout. ATSSA’s 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo was held online and ran over two weeks, from Feb. 8 through today. Read more
Keynote speaker: Don’t rob others by refusing to change Keynote speaker: Don’t rob others by refusing to change Chad Hymas urges ATSSA members to embrace change and innovation to save lives Pam / Wednesday, February 17, 2021 0 5750 Article rating: No rating For the first five years after he became a quadriplegic in a farming accident, Chad Hymas refused to pursue his love of scouting for elk. Finally, after his father invited him again, said it wasn’t about him and said he would take his two sons himself, Hymas answered the challenge. That was a turning point for Hymas and one he keeps constantly before him by posting a photo of his son from that day. Hymas, who was injured near his home in Utah on April 3, 2001, was the keynote speaker for ATSSA’s 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. He took part in the Convention’s second general session today, which also included a Government Relations Panel featuring Sen. Shelly Moore Capito, (R-W.Va.), American Highway Users Alliance President & CEO Laura Perrotta and ATSSA Vice President of Engagement Nate Smith discussing their outlook on transportation funding. ATSS Foundation Board Chair Dave Krahulec provided an update on Foundation efforts and fundraising events. Read more
Stone Shakers named best band in ATSSA’s Got Talent contest Stone Shakers named best band in ATSSA’s Got Talent contest Winner invited to perform at 2022 Convention in Tampa, Fla. Pam / Wednesday, February 17, 2021 0 8228 Article rating: 4.0 Stone Shakers was announced today as winner of ATSSA’s Got Talent: Battle of the Bands edition, a contest held as part of ATSSA’s 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo. The band is based in Wilmington, Del., and includes ATSSA member Tony Cappella on bass and vocals. Cappella works for Hill & Smith Inc. He is joined by band members Samantha Poole, who plays guitar, keyboard and saxophone in addition to being lead vocalist; Pete Cogan on harmonica; Kevin Walsh on vocals, guitar and mandolin; and Glenn Walker who does vocals in addition to drums and percussion. This was the first ATSSA’s Got Talent contest, added for the Association’s online Convention that started Feb. 8 and concludes on Thursday. Read more
ATSSA announces winners of three national awards ATSSA announces winners of three national awards Awards given at 51st Annual Convention & Traffic Expo Pam / Wednesday, February 17, 2021 0 6514 Article rating: 3.0 FREDERICKSBURG, Va. (Feb.17, 2021) – The American Traffic Safety Services Association is pleased to announce winners of the Industry Achievement Award, the Mark of Excellence Award and the National Safety Award. The awards were given as part of the 51stth Annual Convention & Traffic Expo, held online Feb. 8-12 & 16-18. The Industry Achievement Award and the Mark of Excellence Award were announced on Feb. 16. The National Safety Award was announced today. Read more