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STN EXPO WEST<\/p>\n

Discover the Future of School Transportation Trends and Technology.<\/h1>\n

July 9\u201315, 2026
Peppermill Resort – Reno, Nevada<\/h2>\n

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Connect with School Transportation Professionals.<\/h2>\n

Together with industry professionals and innovators, you\u2019ll explore the latest best practices in providing green leadership and service that can help you to improve operations and safety, while getting more quantifiable results from your transportation team.<\/p>\n

This year at the STN EXPO we discuss the topics and have the conversations that make the difference in our industry. Attending the STN EXPO gives you access to the very best in school bus safety and student transportation training, peer-to-peer networking and the most innovative products, and technology companies, all under one roof. We look forward to seeing you there!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Sunday, July 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

As CEO of Zonar and GPS Trackit, Charles focuses on delivering innovative fleet, video, and field services solutions, while enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving strategic growth initiatives. With extensive experience in IoT, SaaS, and fleet telematics, he specializes in scaling high-growth organizations and leveraging technology to create value for customers and partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Monday, July 13<\/strong><\/p>\n

There was a time when promoting yourself was enough. Credentials, features, benefits\u2014just tell people how great you were and they\u2019d show up. But not anymore.<\/p>\n

The game has changed. Today, everyone carries a device in their pocket that offers instant access to infinite options and total control. Your customers don\u2019t just want great service. They demand it. What they\u00a0really<\/i>\u00a0want is to know what\u2019s in it for them. That means success doesn\u2019t come from being the loudest voice in the room. It comes from being the clearest, most relevant one.<\/p>\n

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Tuesday, July 15<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jim is the retired president of North Central Bus & Equipment<\/span> (Blue Bird dealer in MN & SD) and Su<\/span>nburst Transit (student transportation con<\/span>tractor)<\/span>.\u00a0 <\/span>He is a champion of organizational culture, having created<\/span> an atmosphere where individuals feel safe, respected, <\/span>valued<\/span> and know, <\/span>\u201c<\/span>they are mak<\/span>ing<\/span> a difference<\/span>\u201d<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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The Transportation Director Summit at STN<\/h3>\n

July 10-11, 2026<\/strong>
The Chateau at Incline Village | Lake Tahoe<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Transportation Director Summit at STN EXPO is a signature event that is designed exclusively for qualified transportation directors. Be part of a unique two-day leadership and networking experience that blends together school district leaders, private fleet managers, industry suppliers and OEMs. Participants will network with peers at The Chateau at Incline Village, Lake Tahoe, prior to the start of the regular STN EXPO conference.<\/p>\n

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Bus Technology Summit and Green Bus Summit<\/h3>\n

July 12\u201313, 2025\u00a0<\/strong>
Peppermill Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n

Experience Includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Live Technology Demonstrations<\/li>\n
  • Ride & Drive at Peppermill Resort<\/li>\n
  • Networking Reception: Food, Drinks, Games & Entertainment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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