Mar 30, 2026
Eight Women Honored for Excellence, Innovation, and Leadership in Parking and Mobility
Mobility Pathfinders, a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to advancing women in the parking and mobility industry, today announced its 2026 Award and Scholarship recipients. Eight exceptional women have been selected in recognition of their leadership, innovation, frontline excellence, allyship, and perseverance.
The honorees will be celebrated at PROM 2026 — Pathways, Recognition & Opportunities in Mobility — on June 16, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
2026 AWARD RECIPIENTS
Smashed Ceiling Award — Julie Dixon
President, Dixon Resources Unlimited
A lifetime achievement recognition for a trailblazer whose career has opened doors for generations of women in the industry. Julie Dixon began as a parking enforcement officer more than 35 years ago and built a nationally respected, woman-owned consulting firm that has shaped policy, elevated enforcement, and mentored countless professionals across the country.
Rising Star Award — Kira Galang
Director of Client Implementations, EDC Corporation
Recognizes emerging women leaders within their first ten years in the industry. Kira Galang built the client implementation function at AIMS EDC from the ground up, successfully onboarding over 22 clients while simultaneously developing the processes and team capacity to scale the program.
Pathfinder Pioneer Award — Allison von Ebers
Senior Associate, Dixon Resources Unlimited
Celebrates frontline and operational women whose dedication sets the standard for excellence. Allison von Ebers guides clients through complex technology transitions with grace, precision, and an unwavering commitment to service—making above and beyond look effortless.
Ally Amplifier Award — Nancy Forget
Vice President of Sales Operations, Reimagined Parking
Honors individuals who actively champion women through mentorship, advocacy, and inclusive leadership. With a 28-year career defined by equitable leadership, Nancy Forget has built high-performing, women-led teams and modernized industry processes across five brands under the Reimagined Parking umbrella.
Innovator Award — Brooke Nelson
Business Operations Manager, Town of West Hartford
Recognizes a woman whose creativity and forward-thinking ideas are transforming parking and mobility. Brooke Nelson brings a rare combination of engineering rigor and operational vision to municipal parking, championing emerging technologies that address curbside management, walkability, and climate resilience.
2026 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
Pathfinder Leadership Scholarship — Julia Butterfield
Lead Parking Compliance Officer, City of Bozeman
Supports women pursuing advanced education and certification to step into leadership roles. Julia Butterfield has championed safety, accountability, and modernization within her department and will use this scholarship to pursue business management credentials and sustainable operations training.
Frontline to Future Scholarship — Ruth Rivera
Senior Community Services Officer, Seal Beach Police Department
Designed for frontline women ready to advance from operations to leadership. A first-generation Latina woman pursuing her MBA at Cal Poly Pomona, Ruth Rivera has leveraged her role in public safety to build a broad foundation across enforcement, jail operations, and community engagement.
Resilience in Motion Scholarship — Keshanna Ransom-Scott
Director of Operations, LAZ Parking
Recognizes women who have turned personal and professional adversity into strength. Keshanna Ransom-Scott transformed her experience with burnout and overcommitment into sustainable leadership—developing practical tools to help other women build structure and balance without sacrificing purpose.
Quotes
“This class of honorees reflects everything Mobility Pathfinders stands for — women leading with grit, heart, and purpose at every level of our industry. Each of these women has made the field stronger, and we are proud to celebrate them.”
— Adrienne Tucker, President, Mobility Pathfinders | Director of Parking & Transportation, Kansas State University
“Selecting this year’s recipients was both a privilege and an inspiration. The nominations we received made it clear that the parking and mobility industry is home to extraordinary women doing extraordinary work. These honorees earned this recognition.”
— Amy Anderson, Director of Awards & Scholarships, Mobility Pathfinders | VP, Enterprise Projects & Implementation, LAZ Parking
Celebrate with Us at PROM 2026
All award and scholarship recipients will be recognized at PROM 2026 — Pathways, Recognition & Opportunities in Mobility, Mobility Pathfinders’ signature annual event. PROM 2026 takes place on June 16, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Tickets go on sale to the public on April 13, 2026.
For ticket information and event details, visit: https://www.mobilitypathfinders.org/prom
About Mobility Pathfinders
Mobility Pathfinders is a nonprofit professional organization dedicated to advancing women in the parking and mobility industry. Through community, programming, mentorship, and recognition, Mobility Pathfinders empowers women at every career stage to grow, lead, and shape the future of mobility. Founded in 2025, the organization serves members across the United States and is committed to building a more inclusive, equitable industry for all.
Website: www.mobilitypathfinders.org | Email: marketing@mobilitypathfinders.org
Media Contact
Kathleen Laney
Marketing & Communications, Mobility Pathfinders
marketing@mobilitypathfinders.org
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