LIT upcoming events

Café Con LIT July 2026 (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

AI in Transit, Live: Practical Tools You Can Put to Work Monday Morning

AI is moving fast, and most of us are still sorting out what's real from what's hype. In this Café Con LIT session, Stephen Kuban, CEO of Kuban Transit Solutions, cuts through the noise with a hands-on look at how transit professionals are actually using AI today, from grant writing and NTD reporting to policy drafting and rider communications. Rather than a slides-only lecture, Stephen will build something live and show how these tools can save hours a week, no technical background required. Bring your questions and your skepticism; you'll leave with practical ideas you can use right away.

Procurement Series: Southwest Small Business Academy (30 Jul 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Procurement Series: Southwest Small Business Academy

TEXAS • ARIZONA • NEW MEXICO

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Building on the success of our first regional session, LIT is bringing the Procurement Series to the Southwest with the Southwest Small Business Academy.

Join us for a half-day of insight, access, and engagement as transit agencies from across the region provide an inside look at:

Procurement and RFP processes
Upcoming contracting opportunities through 2027
Key procurement timelines and forecasting insights
Strategies for positioning your small business competitively
Live Q&A with agency representatives

Whether you are new to public transportation contracting or looking to strengthen your competitive strategy, this Academy will equip you with the knowledge, resources, and agency connections needed to pursue opportunities within the transit industry.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 30!

The itinerary and speaker lineup will be announced soon.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Links of Leadership: Golf and Grow (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Kick off the LIT Leadership Summit with a morning on the (simulated) green!

Join us at X-Golf Columbus on Thursday, September 10 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind experience featuring the world's most accurate golf simulator.

Compete in contests including long drive, closest to the pin, straightest drive, and closest to the screen.

Please note that this experience is not included in your Summit registration — a separate ticket of $40 per registrant is required.

Don't miss out on this fun and unique way to connect with your fellow transit colleagues before the Summit kicks off!

Sponsorships available, click here for more information.

Thank you to our sponsors

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Technical Tour: On the Move - A Technical Tour of COTA's Evolving Facilities (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of three of COTA's most exciting facilities. This technical tour showcases the agency's recent investments in infrastructure, accessibility, and sustainable mobility, with COTA experts on board to answer your questions along the way. Our first stop is the newly renovated McKinley Ave facility and garage, where we'll explore the upgrades that are modernizing day-to-day operations and fleet maintenance. From there, we'll visit the state-of-the-art Mobility Assessment Center at Fields Ave, a best-in-class resource for evaluating paratransit eligibility and connecting customers with the right mobility options. We'll wrap up at COTA's newest Mobility Center at Rickenbacker, a community-centered facility featuring flexible public spaces and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Whether you're focused on facilities planning, zero-emission fleet transitions, or accessible service delivery, this tour offers real-world insights you won't find in a conference room.

Please Note: This technical tour is exclusively available to registered attendees of the 2026 LIT Leadership Summit. Only 2026 LIT Leadership Summit registrants may register for this tour using a valid registration code. Meet at Hotel Lobby at 9:00 AM.

2026 Leadership Summit, Columbus, OH (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

➡️Click here to view all Summit information, including sponsorship opportunities, hotel reservations, schedule at a glance, and more!

Summit Host Hotel:

Hilton Downtown Columbus Ohio

402 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

Reserve your room here!

Technical Tour: LinkUS West Broad BRT — Augmented Reality Tour (11 Sep 2026)

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:45:00 GMT

Get a glimpse of what’s to come for the West Broad Street BRT corridor through augmented reality. Available at three COTA stops along the corridor, the LinkUS augmented reality experience allows visitors to scan adjacent areas and see station enhancements firsthand.