Thursday, October 13, 2011
Transportation Expert to Lead State Chamber Affiliate
The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced today that transportation expert Doug Callaway has been selected to be the executive director of the Georgia Transportation Alliance, an affiliate organization created earlier this year to focus on long-term transportation strategy, beginning with the passage of the 2012 TSPLOST in the eleven districts outside of metro Atlanta.
“We are thrilled to have found someone with Doug’s depth of experience and understanding of transportation issues,” said Chris Clark, Georgia Chamber president and CEO. “I am confident that, working with our key stakeholders, he will effectively lead our efforts to build a statewide multi-modal transportation network and solidify our position as a global logistics hub – both of which will have a positive impact on Georgia’s economy.”
Callaway has served as president of Floridians for Better Transportation since 2003. Prior to that he was a transportation program manager with Carter & Burgess, a national engineering consulting and management firm based in Texas. He was the Federal Programs Coordinator for the Florida Department of Transportation and has additional experience in the United States Congress and with campaign management.
“I am excited about this new opportunity, especially at this time in Georgia’s transportation history,” added Callaway. “The state has a great network of existing transportation assets to build upon and the business community can play a significant role in informing and executing the right strategy for the future. Passing the TSPLOST in as many regions as possible next year will be an important first step.”
Callaway will begin his new position on November 1. The search for this position was managed by Christen Sindone of Hill & Co.
