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Fall Into TDM: Chesapeake Chapter

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM (EDT) to Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM (EDT)
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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) $200.00
Non-member
15.00 (TDM-CP) $300.00
Thank you to our sponsors!
Title Sponsors

Chesapeake
Anacostia

Potomac
Interested in sponsorship? View the guide here

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

ConnectingVA Vanpool Project to Increase Vanpooling in Virginia
Highlighting DRPT’s efforts to rebuild vanpooling in Virginia following the significant decline in participation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendees will learn about the program’s implementation, including introductory fares and a vanpool formation team, and hear lessons learned, best practices, and perspectives from project partners, a vanpool provider, and an employer supporting vanpooling.

Speakers include: 

  • Katherine Molin, Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation
  • Dayna Paszkiet, Commute with Enterprise
  • Felicia Woodruff, Woodruff Company Engineered Solutions
  • Nick Quint, Virginia Tech 
12:20-12:45

Deep Dive Rooms (Facilitated Discussions)

  • Ask the Experts
  • Rebuilding Vanpool Demand in a Post-Pandemic Workforce
  • Employer Engagement: Creating Successful Vanpool Partnerships
12:45-1:45 Lunch
1:45-2:15

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

  1. Connecting Rural Communities to Tax Credits
    Melena View, Foursquare ITP
    Highlighting Maryland’s unique commuter tax credit opportunity and strategies for reaching rural communities where traditional TDM resources and infrastructure may be limited.
  2. Changing Mode Choices & Accessibility for for Large Sporting Events
    Matt Caywood, Actionfigure
    Showcasing the importance of trip planning technology and data at the PGA championships in Philadelphia and the World Cup in New York City.
2:15-3:15

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

Speakers include: 

  • Katy Lang, DDOT
  •  Josh Etim, GO Alex
  • Walker Freer, WSP
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

1. Using Innovative Digital Media to Increase Awareness & Participation
Royall Bryan, Hampton Roads Transit
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
10:20-10:45

Deep Dive Rooms (Facilitated Discussions)

  • Ask the Experts
  • DIY: Compliance on a Budget
  • Peer Exchange: What’s Working for You
11:00-12:00

Transforming Campus Mobility Through Education and Design

How can universities create safer, more sustainable transportation systems while engaging students, faculty, and staff? This interactive panel will explore how universities pair education, creative design, and cross-campus collaboration to foster safer streets and more confident road users. 

Speakers include: 

  • Joe Russo, University of Pennsylvania
  • Aysha Cohen, University of Maryland, College Park
  • Greg Smith, Johns Hopkins University
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)
Hotel details - Block closed 9/18
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol
1325 2nd St NE,
Washington, DC 20002
Rates: 159.00/night

 Deadline: Friday, September 18

Block link

ACT has secured a room block in the Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol. Please book your accommodations through the official link to be part of it!

Description from hotel website: 

Within walking distance of NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro station, Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol offers unequaled access to the National Mall, Smithsonian Institute and other attractions on Capitol Hill. Our hotel is less than a mile from Union Station.

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
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