Wendy Scott, CAE

Wendy Scott, CAE, has served as Executive Director/CEO, consultant, and trainer of Boards of Directors and staff for over 35 years. As Founder and President of Wendy Scott & Associates, Inc., established in 1987, Wendy leads and advises associations and social mission nonprofits throughout the U.S. and internationally. She previously provided strategic planning and consulting for WTS International in 2016.

Wendy is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker and has held the Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential for 26 years. She is a speaker at state and national conferences, including the American Society of Association Executives, the Canadian Society of Association Executives, and the California, Florida, New England, North Carolina, and South Carolina state and regional societies of association executives.

Wendy has also supported strategic planning and capacity development projects in Honduras, Peru, Egypt, Montenegro, Kosovo, Mexico, and other countries. She also provides leadership training and hosts delegations from Belarus, Timor, Ukraine, Russia, and other post-Soviet states.

Wendy resides in Raleigh, North Carolina, with additional remote offices in Florida and Connecticut. Her favorite activities include music and the performing arts, spending time with her family, and keeping in touch with both childhood and college friends.

Wendy can be reached at [email protected]

Carolyn Stagger Cokley

As the Senior Administrator Executive Office, Board and Operations for WTSI, Carolyn is an integral part of the WTS team. Carolyn supports all aspects of the organization through support of the President and CEO and Board of Directors. Carolyn brings over 20 years of extensive prior experience in the administration, creation and implementation of programs that impact people, and a history of working with nonprofit organizations, within the transportation industry with a focus on human resource management.

Carolyn’s last position was as Director, Customer Programs for the Rail Passengers Association where she oversaw the Amtrak Customer Advisory Committee (ACAC) and worked with members and volunteers in establishing station volunteer programs across the country.  Previously, Carolyn worked for Amtrak as an employee Engagement and Recognition Program manager where her duties included developing recognition strategies and managing all corporate employee recognition programs. 

Carolyn lives in Maryland with her husband, is an accomplished photographer, and enjoys traveling, classic movies, crossword puzzles, consuming good food and spending time with her family.  

Carolyn can be reached at [email protected]. 

Renita Gross

As Director of Meetings & Events, Renita is essential in leading the overall logistics of the WTS International annual conference (an annual gathering of approximately 800-1200 industry professionals), as well as WTS International and WTS Foundation meetings and events, including chapter event activities. 

Renita brings extensive experience in meetings as well as a background within associations and nonprofit organizations. Prior to joining WTSI, Renita supervised the logistics for seminars and conventions within the port authority industry as well as conferences and training in the liquid terminal industry. 

Renita graduated from The George Washington University and is an accomplished meeting professional with over 25 years in the industry. Renita enjoys travelling, cooking, and spending time with her family.  

Renita can be reached at [email protected].

Ebony Venson

Ebony works as the Manager of Communications and Programs for WTS International, where she helps advance learning, engagement, and education for WTS members, prospective members, and transportation stakeholders. She also contributes to the development and implementation of WTS International's external communication strategy and content.

Before joining WTS, Ebony worked with Smart Growth America's Thriving Communities team, assisting communities in planning and building safe, equitable, and accessible streets, as well as collaborating on creative placemaking work at the intersection of art and transportation. She also worked with the City of Chattanooga, helping local municipalities and community organizations expand economic mobility opportunities in communities of color and supporting minority business development. 

Ebony earned her bachelor's degree in political science from the College of Charleston and a master's in public administration from the University of Charleston in South Carolina. Outside of the 9-5, Ebony spends her time eating her way around D.C., singing, and exploring local art museums.

Ebony can be reached at [email protected]

Kim Williams

Kim Williams is a public service-focused systems manager working in technical systems, data analytics, membership, and more. Through these roles, she provided data systems management & data analysis and member support via SaaS platforms like Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Zendesk, and Associations Anywhere.  Kim enjoys volunteering for charitable organizations, including past full-time service work through the AmeriCorps programs City Year and Teach For America.

MeKayla Washington

MeKayla serves as Senior Engagement Specialist, Membership & Chapter Relations for WTSI. MeKayla provides exceptional customer service to our members, while having an active role in membership recruitment and retention activities and being a forward-facing representative to chapter leaders during WTS-led trainings. She provides high-level services to members and chapter leaders through systems, program, and operational support. MeKayla works to provide excellent customer service to members and chapter leaders, maintain accurate records through WTSI's AMS system, and maintain reports for the Chapter Circle of Excellence program.

Previously, MeKayla served as the engagement specialist with WTSI. MeKayla enjoys mastering new systems and improving internal and external processes.

MeKayla is an avid bullet journalist and enjoys snuggling up with her two cats, West and Noah.

MeKayla can be reached at [email protected].

Tim Edwin

Tim Edwin is the WTS International Controller where he manages the monthly production of financials for WTS International and the WTS Foundation.  Tim also supports WTS Chapters and Chapter Treasurers with trainings and support, processes scholarship check requests, and chapter rebates. 

General accounting or billing questions can be sent to [email protected].  You can email Tim directly at [email protected]. 

Alyssa Carlson

Alyssa brings nearly a decade of experience working for non-profits and associations driving revenue growth and organizational excellence. She excels in engaging with both current and prospective association members to grow recruitment and ensure retention. Alyssa also has a successful track record supporting association events both behind the scenes, increasing sponsorship and exhibit sales, as well as providing on-site support. Her experience makes her a technical resource while ensuring a personal touch to every member and client relationship.

Contact Alyssa to learn more about WTS Corporate Partners and Sponsorship Opportunities. [email protected]