“YPT is an opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, who are passionate about transportation and urban issues. I particularly enjoy learning with and from my peers in relaxed, fun settings.”
The 2026 YPT Chicago Board
YPT Chicago is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who develop the organization’s mission and activities. Our Board and other members of our leadership represent a diverse group of young transportation professionals from across the transportation spectrum in both the private and public sector. The board meets each month. Please contact us if you are interested in attending an upcoming meeting. Follow our Instagram, join us on LinkedIn, and connect with us via Email.
2026 Board of Directors
Brandon McFadden, Chair
Senior Analyst, American Airlines
Mark Shorey, Deputy Chair
Engineer III, Civiltech Engineering
Emma Chapman, Vice Chair for Finance
Associate, Cambridge Systematics, Inc.
Michael Dunst, Vice Chair for Programming
Transportation Analyst, Cambridge Systematics
Victoria (Tory) Kurlander, Vice Chair for Programming
Transportation Associate, Cambridge Systematics
Dariel Cruz Rodriguez, Vice Chair for Administration
Data Science & Public Policy, The University of Chicago
Matthew Krause, Vice Chair for Student Relations
Transportation Planner, Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways
Joo Ning Lim, Vice Chair for Communications
Project Manager I, R.M. Chin & Associates
John Donners, Vice Chair for Sponsorship
Project Manager, R.M. Chin & Associates
Interested in being on the board? Elections take place each fall with the new board term starting on November 1st each year. Vacancies are filled on a rolling basis. Email us to learn more or express interest.
Please contact us at chicago@yptransportation.org for further information or inquiries.
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