The Paul Merage School of Business at UC Irvine will host its 'Future of Transportation' event on Wednesday, November 4, offering a discussion on developments reshaping how people and goods move across Southern California. UC Irvine News reported that the program, part of the Merage School’s ongoing 'Future Series,' aims to bring together various leaders to explore trends and innovations in the transportation sector.
The event will feature insights from leaders representing Karma Automotive, Caltrans, and John Wayne Airport. These speakers are slated to discuss the future of mobility, infrastructure, and emerging opportunities within the region’s transportation landscape. Opening remarks for the program will be delivered by Dean Ian O. Williamson and Luyi Gui, an associate professor of operations and decision technologies at UC Irvine.
The 'Future of Transportation' is designed to address how advancements in public infrastructure, electric vehicles, and aviation hubs are converging. This convergence, according to the event organizers, is redefining the global movement of both goods and people. The Merage School's 'Future Series' specifically seeks to foster meaningful exchange among a broad community that includes industry professionals, government officials, academic leaders, and students who are expected to influence the future of business.
This discussion is scheduled to take place at the Merage School Auditorium, located on the first floor in Room 1200 of SB1, which is building 222 on the campus map and situated in grid D6. The full event runs from 6 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Check-in and registration for attendees will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the main panel program from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. A networking reception is planned from 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
The event is free and open to the public. Community members interested in attending can register in advance. Complimentary parking will be available for registered attendees in the Social Sciences Parking Structure (SSPA), also located in grid D6 on the campus map. For media planning to cover the event, Cara Capuano can be contacted for information.
The gathering represents an opportunity for Irvine residents and regional stakeholders to understand the ongoing shifts in how transportation systems are evolving, directly impacting daily life and commerce throughout Southern California. By examining the interplay of diverse transportation elements, the Merage School aims to facilitate a forward-looking dialogue on critical urban and regional development issues.
