Time to nominate someone outstanding and deserving of a WTS Award!

Who has made an impact on the transportation industry?

The WTS San Francisco Chapter Awards honor and recognize outstanding individuals, organizations, and projects/programs that advance women and minorities in transportation. Please show your appreciation by submitting your nomination today! 

Chapter Awards will be presented at the WTS Annual Event, date and time TBD so stay tuned!  Winners are selected based on the WTS International Award categories* listed below. All winning nominations are then submitted to WTS International for consideration in the International Awards competition.Award categories below are linked to the nomination forms to view and download. Submissions are due December 4th.

• Woman of the Year Award
• Employer of the Year Award
• Member of the Year Award
• Katherine G. Johnson Award*
• Lifetime Achievement Award*
• Rosa Parks Diversity Leadership Award
• Honorable Ray LaHood Award
• Innovative Transportation Solutions Award

*These two awards are only specific to the WTS SF Chapter and will not be submitted to International.

Please submit your nominations to Beth Clement at [email protected] or contact her with any questions.

Every year, the WTS San Francisco Chapter takes great pride in honoring a distinguished group of exceptional individuals and organizations. Each has played a crucial role in championing the advancement of women and minorities within the transportation sector, paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse future. Their dedication and impactful contributions have inspired countless others, making a significant difference in our industry.

Please join us in congratulating our 2026 Award Winners who were recognized at the WTS Annual Event on May 21, 2026!

• Kristi McKenney, Port of Oakland, Woman of the Year
• Hanson Bridgett LLP, Employer of the Year
• Marcella Rensi, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (SCVTA), Member of the Year
• Michelle Bouchard, Caltrain, Katherine G. Johnson Trailblazer          
• Kathleen Kelly, (AC Transit Retired), Lifetime Achievement
• Charissa Frank, FMG + Company, Rosa Parks Diversity Leadership
• Darlene K. Gee, Chair, Contra Costa Transportation Authority, Legacy Leadership Award
• Senator Scott Wiener, California State Senate District 11, Honorable Ray LaHood        
• SCCRTC Bus on Shoulder / Chanticleer Bicycle-Pedestrian Bridge, Innovative Transportation Solutions