WTS International Conference 2026
The Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) International Annual Conference 2026 is one of the transportation industry’s most anticipated events of the year, bringing together transportation leaders, practitioners, and emerging professionals from across North America in Los Angeles to explore the ideas, innovations, and partnerships shaping the future of mobility.
With a strong focus on advancing women’s voices in transportation, the conference features a dynamic program of panels, talks, and technical sessions that highlight how infrastructure, technology, and workforce development can work together to create more connected, resilient, and inclusive transportation systems across all modes.
As a global professional services firm committed to advancing sustainable and equitable transportation solutions, GHD’s participation reflects our mission to enable a more connected, and efficient future. Our team is actively engaging in discussions that address today’s most pressing transportation challenges, ranging from transit delivery and infrastructure modernization to leadership and workforce development.
We will also host a client social event designed to connect, engage, and kick off the conference.
Presenters
Lessons in Excellence, Legacy, and Leadership from WTS Women of the Year
- Tuesday, May 5th | 4:30 - 5:30 PM
- Location: San Gabriel, Lobby Level
- Panelist: Marsha Anderson-Bomar, GHD Advisor and 2026 President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
This panel brings together distinguished WTS Women of the Year to reflect on the experiences, decisions, and values that have shaped their careers and lasting impact on the transportation profession. Through personal insights and candid discussion, panelists will explore what leadership looks like in practice, sharing lessons on excellence, legacy, and how to lead with purpose in a rapidly evolving industry.
Marsha Anderson‑Bomar draws on decades of leadership across transportation planning, traffic engineering, and public infrastructure, with a career spanning both public and private sectors. A GHD Advisor and 2025–2026 President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Marsha has played a pivotal role in shaping policies and practices that advance resilient, equitable, and sustainable communities. Her experience includes senior leadership roles at the City of Atlanta Department of Transportation and MARTA, as well as two decades leading her own firms focused on data‑driven transportation solutions. As a panelist, Marsha will share perspective on leadership, legacy, and the responsibility of the profession to meet the needs of future generations.
Inspire It Forward: Increasing workforce development in STEM and transportation through education, mentoring and providing access
- Wednesday, May 6th | 3:30 - 4:30 PM
- Location: San Gabriel, Lobby Level
- Moderator: Jennifer Ibrahim, GHD's Rail and Transit Lead, Southern California
Bringing together voices from education, public agencies and non‑profit organizations, the session will explore practical approaches to building inclusive talent pipelines across the transportation sector. Through case studies and personal stories, the panel will highlight how education, mentorship, apprenticeships and professional development initiatives are creating pathways into STEM and transportation careers, offering attendees ideas they can adapt within their own organizations and communities.
Jennifer Ibrahim brings extensive experience delivering major rail and transit projects while leading multidisciplinary teams across complex infrastructure programs. Her work includes leading the design team during construction of the East Link Light Rail Extension for Sound Transit in Seattle, and serving as Project Engineer for the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC). Beyond project delivery, she is deeply committed to advancing equity and representation in transportation through mentorship and workforce development, supported by her board involvement with WTS, the Railway Association of Southern California (RASC), and the Aviation Youth Empowerment Foundation (AYEF).