2.09 On Innovation in Shared Mobility & Public Transit with Linda Khamoushian

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Linda Khamoushian is a Los Angeles native, and a graduate of UC Berkeley and UCLA. She holds a Masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning. She currently serves as the Director of Shared Mobility at GRID Alternatives.
Previously, she worked as the Policy Director for the California Bicycle Coalition and as an urban planning researcher in health equity, environment, and transportation. She has over 15 years of experience in organizational development, public policy, and community engagement. She also has a strong passion for protecting and preserving the environment, and seeks opportunities to promote well-being of the planet and people.
Quotables
“Shared mobility is a very under-utilized tool in our ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector.” – Linda Khamoushian

“You’re cutting off folks from economic opportunity by enforcing the carcentric idea.” – Linda Khamoushian

“Who are we designing for and how do we address outliers in a way that’s supportive of communities?” – Amy Simpkins

“We want to make sure that we’re not leaving anyone behind - in fact, that we’re including and inclusive and centering people at the forefront of this transition.” – Linda Khamoushian

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