Introducing the Center for TDM
Article by: Mia Zmud, Chair
The Center for TDM was established to help bridge the gap between research and practice by identifying the most pressing needs facing TDM professionals and advancing practical, practitioner-focused research, knowledge sharing, and collaboration. Created under the leadership of ACT, the Center serves as a hub where researchers, practitioners, agencies, employers, consultants, and technology providers can work together to identify emerging issues, develop practical research, and translate findings into real-world solutions.
The Center is guided by a diverse Board of Directors representing public agencies, private industry, research organizations, and TDM practitioners from across North America. Learn more about the Center and its mission at: https://centerfortdm.org/.
There are several ways for ACT members to get involved:
- If you are coming to ACT’s 40th Annual International Conference in Philadelphia, PA July 26-29, 2026you can join Center Board Members, Ian Todreas and Holly Parker in a Roundtable Discussion on Monday July 27, 1:10-2:10PM “TDM Practitioners: What Research Would Help You?”
- Join our mailing list to receive Center updates, research activities, and opportunities to engage: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/wYYoDRg/CenterForTDM
- Share your ideas on research needs and priorities facing TDM practitioners: https://forms.gle/n6sJtQLXFeUTsHFA6
- Consider serving on the Board of Directors (positions open up this Fall).
The Center’s success depends on the ideas and expertise of the TDM community. We invite you to help shape the future research agenda by sharing the challenges and questions that matter most to your work.
Learn more about the Center for TDM