IBTTA announced yesterday that Kathryn Clay, PhD, will succeed Pat Jones, who is retiring, as the association’s executive director and CEO, effective January 6, 2025. IBTTA stated, Dr. Clay “is a seasoned association leader with a unique blend of scientific expertise, policy acumen, and operational success. She was most recently the president and CEO of the International Liquid Terminals Association, where she drove record revenue growth, spearheaded industry-first advocacy initiatives, and championed innovation, safety, and environmental compliance. . . . Her career spans high-level roles in energy, technology, and public policy, including work on Capitol Hill, where she helped shape key legislation like the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.”
“We are excited to welcome Kathryn Clay as IBTTA’s new leader,” said James Hofmann, CEO and executive director of the North Texas Tollway Authority and 2025 IBTTA president. “Her multidisciplinary expertise in science, energy, technology, and public policy aligns perfectly with IBTTA’s mission to advance innovative and sustainable transportation systems. With Kathryn’s leadership, we are ready to address the critical infrastructure funding gaps facing our communities. Tolling and user-fee financing are essential tools for building and maintaining sustainable transportation systems, and Kathryn’s vision and expertise will help position IBTTA to drive innovative solutions for these pressing challenges.”
The announcement added that IBTTA and its members extend their deepest gratitude to Patrick Jones, who, over 23 years of association leadership, “elevated IBTTA into a globally recognized leader in the tolling and transportation industry.”