TriMet Executive and Leadership Team

Nancy Young, the Chief Financial Officer at TriMet, manages the fiscal health of the municipal corporation. Overseeing budget allocation, capital investment planning, and long-term financial forecasting, the Chief Financial Officer ensures the sustainability of the 52-mile MAX light rail system and the extensive bus network. Nancy Young directs the financial reporting processes, maintaining transparency for public stakeholders and government partners. By optimizing revenue streams and controlling operational expenditures, the Chief Financial Officer supports the expansion of transit services for seniors and people with disabilities. This leadership role involves coordinating with the Board of Directors to align fiscal policy with the broader mission of providing reliable transportation across the three-county region. Through rigorous financial oversight, the Chief Financial Officer secures the necessary funding to maintain infrastructure integrity and enhance passenger amenities throughout the entire transit network.

Bonnie Todd, the Chief Operating Officer at TriMet, directs the daily performance of the transit network. Managing the 79 bus lines and the 14.7-mile WES Commuter Rail, the Chief Operating Officer ensures high service reliability and safety standards across the Portland metro area. Bonnie Todd architects operational workflows that improve transit frequency and passenger experience. By analyzing ridership data and traffic patterns, the Chief Operating Officer optimizes fleet deployment and maintenance schedules. This leadership role requires constant collaboration with engineering teams to upgrade transit technology and infrastructure. Through the implementation of efficient scheduling protocols, the Chief Operating Officer drives the operational success of the entire system. Todd maintains a focus on service accessibility, ensuring that all transit modes meet the needs of diverse populations while supporting the overall growth of the regional transportation network.

LaVerne Lewis, the President of the Board of Directors at TriMet, guides the strategic governance of the municipal corporation. Presiding over board meetings and policy development, the President of the Board of Directors ensures that the organization remains accountable to the public and aligned with regional transit goals. LaVerne Lewis facilitates high-level decision-making regarding budget approvals, service expansions, and long-term planning initiatives. By fostering collaboration between the Board and executive leadership, the President of the Board of Directors maintains a clear focus on equitable transit access for seniors and people with disabilities. This leadership role involves representing the interests of the three-county region in discussions with state and local government entities. Through effective governance, the President of the Board of Directors secures the policy framework necessary for the continued operation and improvement of the entire transit network.

Inessa Vitko, the Chief Operations Officer at TriMet, oversees the technical execution of transit infrastructure projects. Focusing on the maintenance and modernization of the 52-mile MAX light rail system, the Chief Operations Officer ensures that physical assets remain in peak condition. Inessa Vitko directs the specialized teams responsible for track safety, signal systems, and station upgrades. By managing complex capital projects, the Chief Operations Officer improves the resilience of the transit network against regional environmental challenges. This leadership role involves coordinating with external contractors and internal engineering departments to deliver infrastructure improvements on schedule. Through the application of advanced maintenance strategies, the Chief Operations Officer minimizes service disruptions and enhances system capacity. Vitko drives the long-term vision for transit infrastructure, ensuring that the physical network supports the evolving mobility requirements of the Portland metro area.