Kate Riley
About Kate Riley
Kate Riley serves as the South West Human Resource Director at Transdev, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive experience in human resources and management, having worked in various roles across Transdev and other organizations.
Work at Transdev
Kate Riley has served as the South West Human Resource Director at Transdev since 2019. In this role, she oversees human resource functions and strategies for the South West region. Her tenure at Transdev has been marked by a focus on employee engagement and organizational development. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within Transdev North America, contributing to the company's operational success.
Previous Experience in North America
Before her current role, Kate Riley worked at Transdev North America as the Assistant General Manager from 2017 to 2019 in Gilbert, Arizona. She also served as General Manager from 2012 to 2017 in Tucson, Arizona. Her experience in these positions involved managing transit operations and enhancing service delivery. Additionally, she worked at Professional Transit Management, Ltd. / Veolia as Assistant General Manager from 2007 to 2012 in Tucson, Arizona.
Education and Expertise
Kate Riley earned her Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM) from the University of Phoenix, completing her studies in 2001. She also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Personnel and Organizational Management from Gonzaga University, which she obtained in 1979. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in human resources and management within the transit industry.
Background in Transit Management
Kate Riley has extensive experience in transit management, having worked in various capacities over the years. Her career in the transit sector began with Professional Transit Management, Ltd. / Veolia, where she served as Assistant General Manager. Following that, she progressed to General Manager at Transdev North America, where she managed significant operational responsibilities. This background has equipped her with the skills necessary to lead human resources effectively in her current role.