Chief Executive Officer

Description

• An individual who values unity among Board members and possesses the political acumen to build bridges and consensus around the complex, and often politically sensitive, diverse transportation issues experienced by all segments of the region’s population
• An individual who exhibits a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and can demonstrate efforts around DEI in previous roles
• An individual who embraces the clear delineation between the role of the CEO and the role of the Board of Directors
• An individual with credibility, integrity, and the ability to build trust
• A visionary with knowledge of regional planning and sustainable multimodal transportation systems who will support climate planning efforts throughout the region
• A strong mentor and leader for employees, with the ability to hire and retain exceptional talent, and who encourages professional development, transparent communication, and team-building

Our Commitment to Equity

We hold ourselves accountable to the communities we serve. We acknowledge we have much to learn and much to change; and we firmly uphold equity and inclusion for every person in the San Diego region. This includes historically underserved, systemically marginalized groups impacted by actions and inactions at all levels of our government and society.

We have an obligation to eliminate disparities and ensure that safe, healthy, accessible, and inclusive opportunities are available to everyone. The SANDAG equity action plan will inform how we plan, prioritize, fund, and build projects and programs; frame how we work with our communities; define how we recruit and develop our employees; guide our efforts to conduct unbiased research and interpret data; and set expectations for companies and stakeholders that work with us.

We are committed to creating a San Diego region where every person who visits, works, and lives can thrive.