In segment one of this episode, Brian sits down with Ross Allanson, CAPP, CPP, who is the Director of Parking at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus.
Ross is an industry veteran, having been in parking since 1989. He shares his wisdom on alternative transportation, micro-mobility, and efficient event parking.
Then in Segment two we invite Kathy Wellik, CAFM and Senior Client Success Manager of Agile Fleet to talk about her experience in fleet management.
Kathy and Brian discuss her career transition from banking to fleet management, emphasizing continuous learning and participation in professional organizations. We will also dive into her personal journey navigating male-dominated industries, overcoming gender biases, and restoring a classic 1969 Camaro.
Here are some key takeaways from this episode:
- Cutting edge innovations in parking and transportation
- The value of trusted peers
- Elevating women’s voices in male-dominated industries
Be sure to check out these great clips from the show:
Segment One: Ross Allanson
- Meet Ross Allanson: Parking Expert (00:21)
- Ross's Early Life and Career Beginnings (02:20)
- Transition to University of Minnesota (05:15)
- Event Parking Insights (10:11)
- Leadership and Team Management (22:10)
- Technological Changes in Parking (28:23)
- Personal Stories and Reflections (35:30)
- Lightning Round Questions (41:40 )
- The Hardest Thing You've Ever Done (44:06 )
- Empathy in the Workplace (44:55)
- Parking Challenges and Solutions (47:21)
- Hobbies and Personal Life (48:40)
- Proudest Achievements (49:54)
Segment Two: Kathy Wellik
- Fleet Management Insights (54:41)
- The Importance of Professional Organizations (01:11:03)
- Women in a Male-Dominated Industry (01:15:18)
- Fun and Travel Stories (01:20:15)
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getstarted@parkertechnology.comWhat is Harder Than It Looks: Parking Uncovered?
We as parking professionals know that parking is hard. However, we make it look easy to those from the outside looking in. The myriad technologies, processes and people that a parking operator has to wrangle on any given day is mind-numbing, and every parking facility is unique. While certain verticals share similar pain points, we know better than many how nuanced every operation can be.
We created this podcast to facilitate connections and illuminate solutions to common problems within the parking and mobility industry. We aim to do so by highlighting the voices of experts in the space, discussing trends and forward-looking technological innovations, and providing professional food for thought. All in an effort to help one another get better at what we know is harder than it looks…parking a car.