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    Best of the Midwest Transit Conference & Expo 2026

    The Best of the Midwest Transit Conference & Expo is OPTA's annual gathering for Ohio's public transit industry, taking place November 16-18, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. It convenes transit agencies, mobility managers, associate member businesses, and government stakeholders for sessions, an expo, and networking. The conference highlights best practices, funding, technology, and mobility solutions shaping transit across Ohio and the Midwest.

    Dates

    Nov 16 – 18, 2026

    City / country

    Columbus, USA

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    Venue to be announced

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    • Exhibiting puts your products and services in front of decision-makers from Ohio's 60+ transit agencies and mobility management organizations, including directors, operations, maintenance, planning, and marketing leaders.
    • Associate members include vehicle suppliers, professional services, and technology providers, so the expo is a focused marketplace for transit solutions.
    • It is a cost-effective way to generate leads, demonstrate equipment, and build relationships with agencies that collectively spend $900 million annually.

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    Who Exhibits

    Exhibitor Profile

    8 categories represented

    • Transit vehicle manufacturers and dealers
    • Bus and paratransit equipment suppliers
    • Alternative fuel and green energy providers
    • Transit technology and software vendors
    • Professional services (marketing, legal, consulting)
    • Mobility management and planning firms
    • Maintenance and operations suppliers
    • Government and industry associations

    Who Attends

    Visitor Profile

    9 audience types

    • Public transit agency executives and directors
    • Transit operations and maintenance managers
    • Mobility managers and coordinators
    • Planners and service development staff
    • Marketing and communications professionals
    • Legislative and government affairs staff
    • Transit security personnel
    • State and local government officials

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