Board of Directors
WSRO is composed of an eight-member volunteer board of directors and more than 100 individual members. Board members are elected to staggered three-year terms by the voting members of the organization.
The board meets on a monthly basis to develop workshops and conferences, as well as to support the annual Switch Your Trips campaign. A complete list of the board responsibilities is on the WSRO Board Responsibilities page.
| Michael Leach - Move Redmond (Chair)Michael is a dedicated Transportation Demand Management (TDM) professional and advocate for sustainable transportation in Redmond, WA. Michael currently works with Move Redmond, a Transportation Management Association and non-profit committed to advocating for better streets, trails, and transit in our community. Originally from Idaho, Michael earned his BA in History from Seattle Pacific University in 2013 and obtained his paralegal certification through the University of Washington in 2017. Michael's background as a paralegal included helping injured workers navigate Washington State’s workers’ compensation claims and appeals. Michael also has experience in transportation logistics, where he supported a commercial transport company and brokerage in adapting and growing through the COVID-19 pandemic. He's had the privilege of working closely with Employee Transportation Coordinators (ETCs) and local organizations on Commute Trip Reduction (CTR) and Transportation Management Program (TMP) efforts, while advocating for accessible transit options both locally and regionally. And as many in our field can relate, he knows there are a lot of acronyms! Michael's goal is to help WSRO foster a collaborative environment where we can share resources, improve access to information, and strengthen the effectiveness of our TDM efforts across the state. Outside of work, Michael is an avid cyclist and transit user. He enjoys bicycle touring, playing cribbage with his wife, Angelene, playing drums for local bands, and exploring the outdoors with their Border Collie, Lyra. |
Kenzie McDonald - Bellevue Downtown Association (Vice Chair) |
Trevor Goodloe - King County Metro (Secretary) |
| Cheryl O'Connor - Public Sector Commute with Enterprise (Membership)
Cheryl O’Connor has been in the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) industry for more than 16 years and specifically in the vanpool segment for 12 years. She grew up in Central Florida, currently resides In St. Louis, MO - the global headquarters for Enterprise Mobility- and oversees the United States for her role with the Commute with Enterprise division. Cheryl holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Stetson University and a master’s of Business Administration from St. Edward’s University. She is also a TDM-CP. During her time in TDM she has worked for 3 different companies including Arlington Transportation Partners and vRide prior to joining Enterprise as part of the vRide acquisition in 2016. She served on the National Board of Directors for the Association for Commuter Transportation (ACT) for six years and is a fellow of ACT Leadership Academy, class of 2009, and Leadership Central Delaware class of 2008. A 40 Under 40 Award recipient, she is also involved at the local chapter level of ACT as well as AMPO, APTA, and other national and local transportation advocacy associations. Outside of work-related associations, she also regularly volunteers for various animal, community, political and other non-profit organizations. In the rest of her free time, she enjoys biking, paddle boarding, and spending quality time with her partner and their animals.
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| Greg Garrett - Spokane Transit Rideshare (Communications)Greg Garrett is from Spokane, Washington and is the Program Manager for Spokane Transit Rideshare. Since Greg entered the world of public transit way back in 2009, he has developed a passion for connecting people to opportunities by any means other than driving alone. He has found ways to involve himself in organizations and advocacy groups to help spread the message and resources. He is an active member of the Washington State Transit Association and has held the co-chair position from 2017 to 2022. Greg is also currently into his second term on the WSRO board of directors. Greg has been a presenter or guest speaker at conferences for WSRO, WSTA, and ACT, as well as numerous presentations at area worksites to promote Commute Trip Reduction. As a side gig, and potentially a lifestyle change, Greg is trying to delve into the world of RV life in an effort to enjoy this beautiful state and not be afraid of bears. |
| Laura Svancarek - Tacoma On the Go (Promotions)Laura has worked in transportation since early 2019 and comes from a background in sustainability education & environmental science. As a lifelong bus rider and Washington native, she has fond memories of bus hopping through Seattle’s free ride zone and around the Eastside as a teenager. She made the switch from education to transportation because of a love of transit and an interest in the sustainability and equity aspects of the field. Laura is the Executive Director for Tacoma On the Go, a nonprofit TMA, administering the CTR program for Tacoma businesses and working in cooperation with the Pierce County CTR program to provide county-wide commuter resources through Ride Together Pierce. In her advocacy role, Laura works to highlight the importance of transportation options, challenging barriers to access, and engaging in local processes to advocate for a better & safer transportation network. She organizes events that range in focus from cyclist safety, getting community members out on Pierce Transit buses with local leaders, and forum discussions with local experts on transportation and land use. Previously, she worked on the WSDOT Small Business Incentive program with Steer, connecting small businesses in Pierce and South King Counties with transportation benefits for their employees. Laura brings a perspective centered in the intersection of traditional TDM work and transportation equity advocacy work. |
| Olivia Kahn - City of Vancouver (Treasurer)Olivia is originally from Pittsburgh, PA and earned her BS in Regional Planning from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Olivia has lived in the Pacific Northwest for a decade and originally moved to Portland to pursue a Master of Urban and Regional Planning at Portland State University. Olivia spent seven years working at nonprofits such as Oregon Walks, Westside Transportation Alliance (WTA), and Commute Seattle. In October 2022, Olivia joined the City of Vancouver, WA as their one-and-only Transportation Demand Management Planner. Olivia is responsible for crafting new policies to meet climate, safety, and equity goals, expanding Clark County’s regional Commute Trip Reduction Program, launching a brand new residential TDM program, managing the city’s Bicycle Parking Program, and she also supports mega projects like the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program. In her free time, Olivia enjoys exploring on her e-bike, rooting for the Portland Trail Blazers, and spending time with family, friends and dogs. |
