Conference
8:00 AM | Exhibitor Setup
For exhibitors only.
8:15 AM | Registration Opens
Check in, grab breakfast, and get settled before the day begins.
9:00 - 10:15 AM | Welcome and Opening Plenary
Join us as we open the conference with welcome remarks from Erin Sisson, Deputy Chief Engineer with the Vermont Agency of Transportation. Following the welcome, our MC, Lt. TJ Howard, will provide an overview of the day ahead, highlight key themes, and help kick off a full day of learning, connection, and conversation.
Trooper Ben Gardner, former Kansas Highway Patrol Trooper with 26 years of service, will deliver the morning keynote, Go and Grow. This engaging presentation explores the difference between attention and inattention. With moments of humor balanced by meaningful reflection, the session connects distracted driving awareness to the everyday choices we make both on the road and in life, setting the tone for a thoughtful and impactful day ahead.
10:15 - 10:30 AM | Break
Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors.
10:30 - 11:45 AM | Morning General Session
All attendees will come together for a morning plenary featuring remarks from Jay Otto from Banyan Collaborative. This session will provide shared context, key insights, and set the stage for the remainder of the day.
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM | Break
Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors.
12:00 - 1:00 PM | Lunch and General Session
Enjoy lunch while hearing from Steve Emt, who will share his powerful story of resilience, determination, and choosing purpose in the face of adversity. Drawing from his life experiences and journey as a Paralympian, Steve’s message challenges attendees to rethink limits, embrace perseverance, and recognize the impact of everyday choices.
1:00 - 1:15 PM | Break
Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors.
1:15 - 2:30 PM | Afternoon General Session
Follow crash data from collection to real-world impact in this dynamic panel session. From the crash scene to law enforcement application, intersection scoping studies, and a look at what's on the horizon — this session connects the full picture of why good data matters and how it's shaping safer roads across Vermont.
Featuring:
2:30 - 2:45 PM | Break
Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors, while enjoying a sweet treat.
2:45 - 4:00 PM | Closing General Session
Join us for the closing general session featuring Rick Birt, Vice President of Government Operations and Safety at BusPatrol.
This session will provide a thoughtful and engaging close to the day, blending information and inspiration around roadway safety and the importance of continued collaboration. Attendees will leave with fresh perspective and ideas to take back to their work.
Conference
8:00 AM
Exhibitor Setup: for exhibitors only.
8:15 AM
Registration Opens: Check in, grab breakfast, and get settled before the day begins.
9:00 - 10:15 AM
Welcome and Opening Plenary: Join us as we open the conference with welcome remarks from Erin Sisson, Deputy Chief Engineer with the Vermont Agency of Transportation. Following the welcome, our MC, Lt. TJ Howard, will provide an overview of the day ahead, highlight key themes, and help kick off a full day of learning, connection, and conversation.
Trooper Ben Gardner, former Kansas Highway Patrol trooper with 26 years of service, will deliver the morning keynote, Go and Grow. This engaging presentation explores the difference between attention and inattention. With moments of humor balanced by meaningful reflection, the session connects distracted driving awareness to the everyday choices we make both on the road and in life, setting the tone for a thoughtful and impactful day ahead.
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Break: Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors.
10:30 - 11:45 AM
Morning General Session: All attendees will come together for a morning plenary featuring remarks from Jay Otto from Banyan Collaborative. This session will provide shared context, key insights, and set the stage for the remainder of the day.
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Break: Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors.
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch and General Session: Enjoy lunch while hearing from Steve Emt, who will share his powerful story of resilience, determination, and choosing purpose in the face of adversity. Drawing from his life experiences and journey as a Paralympian, Steve’s message challenges attendees to rethink limits, embrace perseverance, and recognize the impact of everyday choices.
1:00 - 1:15 PM
Break: Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors, while enjoying a sweet treat.
1:15 - 2:30 PM
Afternoon General Session: Follow crash data from collection to real-world impact in this dynamic panel session. From the crash scene to law enforcement application, intersection scoping studies, and a look at what's on the horizon — this session connects the full picture of why good data matters and how it's shaping safer roads across Vermont.
Featuring:
2:30 - 2:45 PM
Break: Enjoy a brief break to get up, stretch, catch up with colleagues, and spend time with our vendors, while enjoying a sweet treat.
2:45 - 4:00 PM
Closing General Session: Join us for the closing general session featuring Rick Birt, Vice President of Government Operations and Safety at BusPatrol.
This session will provide a thoughtful and engaging close to the day, blending information and inspiration around roadway safety and the importance of continued collaboration. Attendees will leave with fresh perspective and ideas to take back to their work.