Advancing U.S. Passenger Rail: Amtrak's Role in Driving Economic Growth

Sponsored by NYU Rudin Center and Amtrak

March
04
9:00am - 11:00am EST
General Public
Date:
March 04, 2025
Time:
9:00am - 11:00am
Location:
Main Event Space, Rm. 101, 105 East 17th Street
Audience:
General Public

Join Amtrak and the NYU Rudin Center for an engaging discussion about the future of U.S. passenger rail and Amtrak’s pivotal role in driving economic development. Featuring Amtrak leaders, this panel will explore key topics such as network development, infrastructure planning, and workforce development, with a focus on the Northeast Corridor and the NY/NJ region. Hear updates on major capital projects, collaborations with railroad partners, and efforts to meet the growing demand for passenger rail. The conversation will also highlight Amtrak’s strategies for resiliency, sustainability, and working with federal partners to modernize and expand service nationwide.

Featuring the following panelists:

  • Nicole Bucich, Vice President, Network Development, Amtrak; Adjunct Assistant Professor of Urban Planning, NYU Wagner
  • Danelle Hunter, Senior Director, Community Engagement, Amtrak
  • Jeannie Kwon, Vice President, Mega Program Development & Coordination, Amtrak
  • Anna Lynn Smith, Vice President, Strategy & Planning, Amtrak
  • Moderator: Sarah M. Kaufman, Director, NYU Rudin Center for Transportation

 

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