The PLUM Catalyst LLC

At The PLUM Catalyst, we believe the future of mobility is being shaped by bold, visionary women who are redefining transportation, accessibility, and innovation. This week, we’re celebrating eight incredible leaders who are making an impact through their organizations. ?? Meet the women moving mobility forward: ?? MYRNA PETERSON | Founder & Co-Chair, Mobility Mania – Ensuring accessible, wheelchair-friendly transportation solutions. ?? Cre Larson | Executive Director, First Call 211 – Connecting people with vital transportation and community resources. ?? Tara Olds | Executive Director, Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT CAV-X) – Advancing automated and connected vehicle technology. ?? Nancy Daubenberger | Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) – Overseeing statewide transportation initiatives and infrastructure improvements. ?? Laura Chace | President & CEO, Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America) – Driving intelligent transportation solutions nationwide. ?? Tara Andringa | Executive Director, Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) – Educating policymakers and the public about autonomous vehicles. ?? Sandra Phillips | Founder & CEO, movmi – Creating opportunities for women in shared mobility. ?? JoAnna McFarland | CEO & Co-Founder, HopSkipDrive – Providing safe, reliable youth transportation solutions. ?? These women are breaking barriers, building solutions, and redefining mobility for all. ?? Innovation in mobility is about creating access for all—what’s one challenge you’d like to see solved? Drop your thoughts below! ?? #WomenWhoLead #FutureOfMobility #PLUMCatalystWomen #WomensHistoryMonth #EquityInMotion #TransportationInnovation #WomenInTransportation

Today, on International Women’s Day, we recognize the bold, visionary women shaping the future—and our Chief Catalyst, Tammy, is one of them. At The PLUM Catalyst, we believe the future moves forward when brave women lead the way. Tammy is a daily reminder of what happens when vision meets action—building a future where mobility is equitable, innovative, and accessible for all. She proves that when women lead with courage and purpose, they transform industries, empower communities, and create lasting change. Today, and every day, we celebrate the women moving the world forward. ?? ?? What’s a quality you admire in strong women leaders? Comment below ?? #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomenWhoLead #PLUMCatalystWomen #FutureOfMobility #LeadershipInAction #EquityInMotion #WomenInTransportation

?? Celebrating Women in Transportation History ?? This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re honoring six iconic women who shaped the future of transportation, mobility, and exploration. From the Underground Railroad to outer space, these trailblazers moved the world forward—and we’re still following their paths today. Swipe through to meet: ?? Naomi Parker Fraley (aka Rosie the Riveter) ?? Rosa Parks ?? Harriet Tubman ?? Amelia Earhart ?? Sally Ride ??? Gladys West Tag a woman who inspires you and share how they’re making moves! ?? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInTransportation #PLUMCatalystWomen #FutureOfMobility #HistoryMakers #WomenWhoInspire

?? Cheers to One Year, Heidi!??? Time flies when you have an amazing team member like Heidi! It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since she joined us as our?Operations & Outreach Catalyst—and what a year it’s been! From keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes to making real connections in our community, Heidi does it all with heart, dedication, and a whole lot of good energy.??? ? Heidi, we’re so lucky to have you on the team! Thanks for your hard work, your passion, and the laughs along the way. Here’s to another year of making big things happen! Drop a??? in the comments to help us celebrate Heidi’s milestone! #Workiversary #CheersToOneYear #TeamAppreciation #Grateful #CelebratingSuccess #OneYearDown #DreamTeam

The PLUM Catalyst is a confirmed exhibitor at the Paul Bunyan Communications powered by the GigaZone TechXpo! For the third year in a row, we are showcasing cutting-edge transportation technology, including electric vehicles, simulators, and a VR station. Come see our demonstration on April 12th, 2025, at the Sanford Center in Bemidji, MN. Interested in learning more? Visit GigaZoneTechXpo.com #electricvehicles #vr #gigazonetechexpo

As a Minnesota Governor's Council CAV member, Tammy Meehan Russell is testifying during the Senate Transportation Committee, representing her perspective on AVs and Accessibility, today at 3 p.m. CT. Interested in watching live? The hearing can be viewed on the Senate Media Channel or the Senate YouTube page. Live stream link --> https://lnkd.in/gYuY5SeR

Successful First Day at the Autonomous Vehicles & Public Transport Convention! Exciting to see how innovation is shaping the future of mobility—from cutting-edge autonomous technology to solutions improving public transportation accessibility and efficiency. Looking forward to day two! #AutonomousVehicles #PublicTransport #FutureOfMobility #TransportationInnovation

What a week it’s been for The PLUM Catalyst at #CES2025 We had the incredible opportunity to immerse ourselves in the world’s most groundbreaking tech innovations. Beyond exploring these innovations, CES provided an unparalleled platform to connect with visionary leaders and like-minded professionals. The conversations we had and the insights we gained have left us inspired and energized to drive meaningful change through technology. #Innovation #ThePLUMCatalyst #FutureTech

Wrapping up an incredible experience at the Transportation Research Board conference in Washington, DC. Pictured are (L to R) Tim Haile, Lindy Johnson, Allanté Whitmore, Danielle Elkins, and Heidi Corcoran. The PLUM Catalyst team had the privilege to engage with some of the brightest minds in the transportation field, explore innovative solutions, and uncover groundbreaking ideas shaping the future of mobility. A huge thank-you to everyone who made this event impactful and engaging! ?? #TRB2025 #TransportationInnovation #ThePLUMCatalyst #FutureOfTransportation

??? "Ladies and gentlemen, start your software!" That’s how the day kicked off for The PLUM Catalyst at the Las Vegas Speedway during #CES2025—and it set the tone for an electrifying experience! We dove into the latest tech transforming industries, from next-gen vehicles to AI-driven solutions powering performance and sustainability. This exciting day at the Speedway reinforced our mission to stay at the forefront of change, leveraging technology to create a brighter and more connected future. #Innovation #ThePLUMCatalyst #TechForTheFuture