Michael Briggs, AI Cp
About Michael Briggs, AI Cp
Michael Briggs is the Director of Mobility & Transportation at Vanderbilt University and the Director of Transportation Planning for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County. He has over 20 years of experience in city and regional transportation planning, with a focus on multimodal transportation and local land use planning.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Michael Briggs serves as the Director of Mobility & Transportation at Vanderbilt University and the Director of Transportation Planning for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County in Nashville, Tennessee. His role at Vanderbilt University entails a hybrid work arrangement, while his position with the metropolitan government is on-site. In these roles, he is responsible for shaping mobility solutions, enhancing commuter transportation options, and advising on transportation matters for Mayor Freddie O'Connell's office.
Professional Experience
Michael Briggs has over 20 years of experience in city and regional transportation planning and local land use planning. He previously worked at Vanderbilt University as Interim Executive Director of Mobility and as Assistant Director of Mobility. His career also includes significant stints with the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County as Manager of Multimodal Transportation Planning, Sumner County as County Planner, Mid-America Regional Council as Transportation Planner, and Barren River Area Development District as MPO Coordinator/Safety Planner.
Educational Background
Michael Briggs holds a Master's Degree in Geoscience from Western Kentucky University, where he studied from 2002 to 2004. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography from the same institution, completing his undergraduate studies from 1998 to 2002. His academic credentials underpin his extensive expertise in transportation planning and urban development.
Developed and Implemented Projects
Throughout his career, Michael Briggs has been involved in the development and implementation of several key projects. At Vanderbilt University, he played a pivotal role in implementing the MoveVU transportation plan to improve commuter options. In Nashville, he developed multimodal transportation components for NashvilleNext, guiding the city's physical development. He is currently developing a transit improvement program aimed at establishing dedicated transit funding and aligning transportation improvements with initiatives like NashvilleNext, nMotion, and WalknBike.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
Michael Briggs specializes in long-range comprehensive plans, transportation demand management programs, and transportation safety action plans. He has administered subdivision regulations and zoning code matters in both rural and urban settings in Middle Tennessee. His multifaceted expertise allows him to effectively shape and influence transportation policies and strategies in varying environments.