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About SWPTA

Shaping the Future of Mobility.

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Who We Are

Connected by Purpose

SWPTA is a nonprofit connecting parking professionals the Southwest and beyond. Founded in the early 2000s, it unites municipalities, universities, consultants, and vendors. Our mission is to connect, share, and educate through interactive events, training, and networking.

Building relationships and driving industry progress are at the heart of what we do. Our volunteer board helps members grow professionally, foster innovation, and stay ahead in parking management.

Our Team

The People Behind SWPTA

Dedicated to making a difference in parking and transportation. Get to know the leaders at the forefront of our efforts to elevate the industry.

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Peter MacDonald

President
Director of Operations
Dixon Resources Unlimited
Term Expires end of 2026

Channa Phillips

Vice President
Director of Parking
Downtown Tempe Authority
Term Expires end of 2026

Marjorie Jones

Treasurer
Sales Administrator
TEZ

Cristie Steffy

Secretary
Parking Superintendent
City of Monterey
Term Expires end of 2026

Andy Cushman

Immediate Past President
General Manager
LAZ Parking
Term Expires end of 2026

Brandy Stanley

Director
VP, State & Local Market Development
Flash Parking
Term Expires end of 2026

Donna King

Director
Parking Program Manager
City of San Luis Obispo
Term Expires end of 2026

Heidi Barber

Director
VP of Marketing
Parker Technology
Term Expires end of 2027

Julianne Wilhelm

Director
Ensight Technologies
Term Expires end of 2026

Nick Nicholas

Director
Captain
Seal Beach Police Department
Term expires end of 2027

Sandy Ziegler

Director
Associate Director
UNLV
Term expires end of 2026

Maria Tamayo-Soto

Director
Parking Service Manager
City of Las Vegas
Term Expires end of 2027

Kevin Noguez

Director
City Wide Operations Manager
Las Vegas Parking, Inc.
Term Expires end of 2027

Peran Salih

Director
Account Executive
Passport
Term Expires end of 2027

Yael Oved

Association & Events
SWPTA

Drive Change Forward

Together, we can create solutions that take the parking and transportation industry forward. Join us and be part of the progress.

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Powered by Sponsors Who Keep Us Moving

SWPTA extends sincere thanks to our sponsors, whose support makes our events, educational programs, and industry initiatives possible.

Sponsorship Opportunities
t2 systems
Hotspot
EPS
Supervision
TEZ Technology
Flash
PGS LLC
IPS Group
Aims
Parker tech
Metropolis
Skidata
Mc Carthy
Duncan Solutions
Flowbird
t2 systems
Hotspot
EPS
Supervision
TEZ Technology
Flash
PGS LLC
IPS Group
Aims
Parker tech
Metropolis
Skidata
Mc Carthy
Duncan Solutions
Flowbird
t2 systems
Hotspot
EPS
Supervision
TEZ Technology
Flash
PGS LLC
IPS Group
Aims
Parker tech
Metropolis
Skidata
Mc Carthy
Duncan Solutions
Flowbird
t2 systems
Hotspot
EPS
Supervision
TEZ Technology
Flash
PGS LLC
IPS Group
Aims
Parker tech
Metropolis
Skidata
Mc Carthy
Duncan Solutions
Flowbird