Parking facility feasibility studies are valuable initiatives that help shape development in many ways.
In this session, we will explore the various types of parking studies, as well as the methodologies, principles, and the significance of effective parking planning and development. Whether you're a seasoned professional or industry newcomer, this session offers valuable insights, knowledge, and practical takeaways. Join us as we take a look at supply and demand analyses, shared parking analyses, functional design/site feasibility studies, and financial feasibility studies. Learn how these tools can assist you to effectively evaluate the need for new parking, implementing smart parking practices and the financial realities of developing new parking assets. This enlightening session will equip you with the knowledge to better understand the parking planning process and assist you in understanding the important considerations related to the development of new parking and mobility assets.
Presenters:
Jim specializes in studies, planning, and managing parking resources and infrastructure. Jim previously served as Senior Director of Real Estate and Economic Development for New Jersey Transit, the third-largest transit agency in the United States. Jim has served as Vice President of The New Brunswick Development Corporation, a non-profit real estate corporation, and Executive Director of the New Brunswick Parking Authority.
He serves on the Board of Directors for the New York State Parking and Transportation Association. Jim shares his experience and expertise in real estate and parking planning to foster greater economic development with a particular focus on transit-oriented development.
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Todd serves as Chief Executive Officer of THA Consulting, Inc. In his role as CEO, Todd is responsible for the overall vision and strategic direction of the
company, as well as client relationships, business management, financial management, and overall corporate operations. Todd
has over 30 years of experience in the field of planning, engineering, and architecture. He specializes in the planning, design, and restoration of mixed-use parking structures.
Todd's expertise is focused on parking planning and the functional designs of mixed-use parking structures for higher education, healthcare, as well as many other market sectors. .
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As THA’s Director of Design, Jon has a bachelor’s degree in architecture and experience in all building design phases, from programming to construction administration. His project expertise includes designing, documenting, and administrating complex stand-alone and mixed-use parking facilities. Jon is a Parksmart Advisor, offering services to help clients achieve the only high-performing sustainable system for parking garages.
As the Director of Parking Studies, Vicky provides expertise to all THA Consulting offices. She researches, analyzes, and recommends tailored and innovative
solutions to parking problems. Understanding that every parking operation in different, she apples parking supply and demand studies, alternatives and site
analysis, market and financial feasibility analyses, shared parking strategies, and parking management practices to maximize operations. She has national and i
nternational study experience, including notable projects in 24 states, Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, Trinidad, and the UAE.
Vicky is a Parksmart Advisor and an IPMI-approved Accredited Parking Organization (APO) Site Reviewer, guiding organizations to
achieve the only accreditation for parking, transportation, and mobility organizations.
