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Fall Into the Sea of TDM

Fall Into TDM: Chesapeake Chapter

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM (EDT) to Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM (EDT)
Join the Chesapeake Chapter's 2026 Fall Into TDM event!

Join us for the first-ever ACT Chesapeake Fall into the Sea of TDM mini-conference held in Washington, DC. For two days this fall, we're bringing together TDM leaders and innovators from across the region and beyond to explore trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of mobility.

This mini-conference and networking opportunity will feature inspiring sessions from recognized thought leaders, member showcases highlighting creative and successful TDM strategies, engaging discussions focused on real-world solutions, and the annual Chesapeake Chapter awards ceremony celebrating excellence in our region.

Whether you're looking to gain fresh insights, connect with your peers, share best practices, or discover new approaches to advancing TDM in your community, Fall into the Sea of TDM mini-conference, is an event you won't want to miss. 


Highlights:

  • Annual Chesapeake Chapter Awards Ceremony
  • Networking reception at Wunder Garten
  • Member showcases featuring successful and innovative TDM strategies
  • Inspiring speakers and recognized thought leaders
  • Deep dive discussion rooms to foster meaningful conversations, idea sharing, and collaborative problem-solving

Pricing 

Early Bird 
(By September 11)

Regular 
(To event)
Member $150 $200
Non-member 
Join & save
$250 $300



Registration Options

Credits Price
Member
15.00 (TDM-CP) $150.00
Price will increase to $200.00 on 9/12/26 12:00 AM EDT
Non-member
15.00 (TDM-CP) $250.00
Price will increase to $300.00 on 9/12/26 12:00 AM EDT
Thank you to our sponsors!

Title Sponsors

Schedule at a glance

Please note that this is a preliminary schedule and may be subject to change.


Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Location: Kirby Training Center 777 North Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20002
(Reception to follow at Wundergarten)

10:00 - 11:00 Registration & Networking

11:00-11:10 Welcome

11:15-12:15 First Session

12:20-12:45 Deep Dive Rooms

12:45-1:45 Lunch

1:45-2:15 Show & Tell: Waves of Inspiration (1-2 members showcasing successful ideas or programs) 

2:15-3:15

Creating E-Bike & E-Scooter Incentive Programs
Watch program staff design an e-bike and e-scooter incentive program right before your eyes. 

Speakers include: 

  • Katy Lang, DDOT
  •  Josh Etim, GO Alex

3:20 - 3:45

Deep Dive Rooms (Facilitated Discussions)

  • Workshop: Creating Your Own Program
  • E-Bikes, Scooters, and Public Perception
  • Grants & More: Funding Your Incentive

4:00-4:30 Show & Tell: Waves of Inspiration

4:30-4:45 End of Day Remarks

5:00-6:30 Reception at Wundergarten - 1101 1st St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Location: Kirby Training Center 777 North Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20002

8:00-9:00 Light Pastries & Networking

9:00-9:10 Welcome

9:15-10:15

Accessibility in Motion
Building Inclusive Transportation Communications Using ADA Best Practices

Speakers include:

  • Morgan Carter, Clark Communications
  • Jennifer Owers, Clark Communications

10:15-10:45

Deep Dive Rooms (Facilitated Discussions)

  • Ask the Experts
  • DIY: Compliance on a Budget
  • Peer Exchange: What’s Working for You

11:00-12:00 Second Session

12:05-1:00 Lunch in Deep Dive Rooms

1:00-1:45 Chesapeake Awards

1:45-2:00 Closing Remarks

Attendee Resources

Joining us in DC? Share these tiles and use the #FalllIntoTDM hashtag! (Click to download)


Thank you to our Title Sponsors!





Attendance qualifies for 15

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Registration Includes:
  • 2 lunches & 1 breakfast
  • Chapter Awards Ceremony
  • Networking reception
  • Speaker sessions
  • Deep dive rooms
  • Welcome bag + goodies
  • Access to the slide decks