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Pathfinder Regional
Show Scholarship

Sending women to the conferences that move careers forward.

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The Pathfinder Regional Show Scholarship sends women in parking, mobility, and transportation to one of our partner regional shows, with registration, travel, and lodging covered. Recipients gain the education, networking, and connections that advance their careers, and they commit to bringing what they learn back to their teams and to the wider community of women in the field.​

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What the Scholarship Covers​

 

  • Conference registration, generously donated by our conference partners

  • Hotel for the conference nights, booked and paid for by Mobility Pathfinders

  • Round-trip airfare to the show

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2026 Partner Shows

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Congratulations to the 2026 Recipients

Each year, this scholarship places women in the rooms where the industry gathers to learn, connect, and look ahead. The recipients below were selected by the Mobility Pathfinders Awards & Scholarships Committee for their drive, their professional goals, and the impact they’re positioned to make.

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We’re proud to invest in their journeys.

Alexis Castaneda

Administrative Support Coordinator/Alternative Transportation Coordinator,

California State University, San Bernardino

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Alexis Castaneda serves as the Transportation Coordinator for California State University, San Bernardino. Her work focuses on advancing sustainable transportation initiatives, promoting commuter programs, and enhancing mobility options for the campus community. As a single mother of two balancing family, career, and professional development, Alexis is committed to lifelong learning and making a positive impact in the transportation industry.​

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SWPTA Annual Conference Scholarship

Twenty-five years of connecting the Southwest’s parking and transportation community.

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The Southwest Parking & Transportation Association (SWPTA) marks its 25th Annual Conference October 26-28, 2026, at the Golden Nugget in Las Vegas, NV. The conference brings together professionals from across the region for education sessions, an exhibit hall, and the kind of networking that only happens in person.

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Conference registration generously donated by SWPTA.

CMPA Annual Conference Scholarship

Where California’s parking and mobility professionals come together.

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The California Mobility & Parking Association (CMPA) hosts its Annual Conference & Tradeshow November 2-5, 2026, at the Hilton LAX in Los Angeles, CA. Attendees from cities, universities, operators, and technology providers across the state gather for sessions, a tradeshow floor, and connections that carry well beyond the week.

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Conference registration generously donated by CMPA.

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Yveth Mafnas

Parking Manager,

City of San José​

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Yveth Mafnas is a Parking Manager with the City of San José Department of Transportation, where she oversees on-street parking compliance, vehicle abatement, and initiatives addressing evolving parking and mobility challenges.  With experience spanning both on-street and off-street parking operations, she brings a well-rounded perspective to municipal parking management, program development, and community engagement.

 

Passionate about continuous learning and professional growth, Yveth is working toward earning her Parking, Transportation & Mobility Professional (PTMP) certification to further strengthen her industry knowledge and leadership skills.  She is committed to improving parking management practices, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional development and leadership opportunities within the parking and mobility industry.

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Nathalia Amaral

QA Coordinator,

Florida Department of Transportation​

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Nathalia Amaral is a transportation professional with more than a decade at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), where she serves as a Quality Assurance Coordinator. She oversees multiple engineering consultant contracts, manages project budgets and resources, and coordinates multidisciplinary teams to deliver infrastructure projects.

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Nathalia holds a Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Transportation Leadership and Management from the University of Florida, along with graduate certificates in Engineering Project Management and Engineering Leadership.

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As Membership Chair for WTS South Florida, she builds professional connections and creates mentorship and leadership opportunities for others in the industry. She is passionate about supporting the next generation of transportation professionals.

FPTA / MSTPA Joint Conference Scholarship

Two associations, one stage for the Southeast’s parking and transportation leaders.

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The Florida Parking & Transportation Association (FPTA) and the Mid-South Transportation & Parking Association (MSTPA) host their Joint Conference & Tradeshow November 30 - December 3, 2026, at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, FL. The joint format doubles the reach, with education, exhibits, and networking spanning Florida and the Mid-South states.

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Conference registration generously donated by FPTA and MSTPA.

MP Sponsorship

Support the Mission—Become a Mobility Pathfinders Sponsor

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Your generous contribution helps fund impactful programming, strategic initiatives, and resources that empower women across every corner of the parking and mobility industry. From mentorship and leadership development to career advancement and advocacy, your support drives lasting change.

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Mobility Pathfinders is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible as a charitable contribution.

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Let’s talk about how we can align with your organization’s goals and create meaningful impact—together.

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