Richard White
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We did that with Andy Byford
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We did that with Andy Byford
Northern Light
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Coolibop
Active Member
I suspect speaking of Collie Greenwood
evandyk
Senior Member
Don't forget that he also "consulted on" a failed transit line in NYC right after leaving Toronto. I don't think he has ever actually managed anything of note. He clearly drafted his own Wikipedia page and can't even say anything of note about what he's done after leaving Toronto.
Northern Light
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@duffo and @Coolibop
I had almost forgotten about Collie Greenwood...... all the discussion lately of Josh Colle thad me thinking that was who was meant, my bad.
Interesting thought.
Any insights on his track record in Atlanta?
I know he's a nice guy..........and competent. But I wonder if he's the right change-agent? (he might be, I'm just not sure)
I had almost forgotten about Collie Greenwood...... all the discussion lately of Josh Colle thad me thinking that was who was meant, my bad.
Interesting thought.
Any insights on his track record in Atlanta?
I know he's a nice guy..........and competent. But I wonder if he's the right change-agent? (he might be, I'm just not sure)
RapidTransit
Active Member
Collie Greenwood literally started from the bottom as a summer student and worked his way up the ranks at TTC. Starting in the1980s and was part of the upper management team with Andy Byford team. And played a very important role in customer service. Really helped Andy Buford execute his goals for TTC. He's definitely way more qualified than Adam Giambrone.
He's doing very well with MARTA Atlanta. But as mentioned previously, I'm not sure if he's the right move for TTC at this current time. But I would definitely take him as my top 3 for next CEO. Anyone that's good with Andy Byford with that proven history should be considered.
Kirsten Watson is another , many would say is more qualified than Rick Leary. And also had many roles under Andy Byford and Rick Leary. In charge of many departments, and is highly respected. Plus a female, which will represent the majority of TTCs customers. She also takes transit from what I've heard from many TTC employees.
I've heard the name of Jim Ross as well, many would say he was expected to take over from Leary. But clearly that's not the case. He was deputy CEO as well under Leary and worked his way up from operator. And in charge of many departments.
The next CEO should focus on operational efficiency, and the only people that would understand that are individuals that's moved up the ranks at TTC that know every corner of the organization.
But I hardly doubt TTC will look for a CEO from within TTC. Last and only time I can think of where they hired from within the ranks of TTC was Gary Webster in 2006.
I do hope this time they find a Canadian. So many opportunities for home grown qualified individuals, instead of looking outside the country. They would have a better time relating to customers and expectations.
He's doing very well with MARTA Atlanta. But as mentioned previously, I'm not sure if he's the right move for TTC at this current time. But I would definitely take him as my top 3 for next CEO. Anyone that's good with Andy Byford with that proven history should be considered.
Kirsten Watson is another , many would say is more qualified than Rick Leary. And also had many roles under Andy Byford and Rick Leary. In charge of many departments, and is highly respected. Plus a female, which will represent the majority of TTCs customers. She also takes transit from what I've heard from many TTC employees.
I've heard the name of Jim Ross as well, many would say he was expected to take over from Leary. But clearly that's not the case. He was deputy CEO as well under Leary and worked his way up from operator. And in charge of many departments.
The next CEO should focus on operational efficiency, and the only people that would understand that are individuals that's moved up the ranks at TTC that know every corner of the organization.
But I hardly doubt TTC will look for a CEO from within TTC. Last and only time I can think of where they hired from within the ranks of TTC was Gary Webster in 2006.
I do hope this time they find a Canadian. So many opportunities for home grown qualified individuals, instead of looking outside the country. They would have a better time relating to customers and expectations.
RapidTransit
Active Member
Sounds like a lot of UTers. Talking down and not realizing it. Lol
I mean he was elected twice as councilor if I remember correctly. So he can't be that bad. I do hear what your saying about some of his weak points. But many times ppl will follow a confident person than a knowledgeable person. There studies out there about that. You can be the dumbest person, but someone's confidence can get them jobs and a following. Now how that transfers over to being CEO of TTC is another matter.
Based on your previous responses, he won't be up for the job anyways. So we'll never know.
But I'm curious to know the name you've heard floating around about the next CEO.
Northern Light
Superstar
Interim CEO.
I have yet to hear anything definitive on the permanent position.
Adam, so far as I know, was in Saudi Arabia yesterday, so not in town for the interviews for the interim job.
Adam certainly may be a candidate for the permanent job, but I don't have good intel on that yet.
Richard White
Senior Member
The bus loop at Greenwood appears ready to be opened.
duffo
Active Member
I'm not sure how he's doing there, but my point was UT obsesses over the politician-type CEO candidates (Giambrone, Colle) when there are likely dozens of CEO-type CEO candidates out there that you would know from being in the industry. As @RapidTransit mentioned, a few at the TTC included - although Leary caused a lot of the best upper management to pack up and find new jobs.
Jonny5
Senior Member
I don't think it's as much obsession as it is resignation that it's simply how the game works in Toronto.
Northern Light
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I think, if you're fair, most UT'ers are not in the transit industry and don't know players who aren't high profile. UT'ers discuss the candidates (or apparent candidates) of whom they are aware.
I myself am not in the industry, I am a reasonably keen TTC follower and somewhat knowledgeable from a distance, as a lay person about the broader sector.
But i would rely on those to whom I talk, in the industry, to get a feel for who may, or who should be, in the running.
When I'm given such info, I share, if I've been told I can; but in some cases, there's a desire to keep that quiet, for now, understandably, because most potential candidates are gainfully employed elsewhere, and don't want their employer tipped off on a potential exit.
Dozens seems a bit ambitious. But you may know better than I. I would tend to think you would want a candidate with experience running a subway/metro, typically, and one with experience with a large'ish system, and then a solid rep for getting (good) things done.
I'm sure the list is quite deep if you consider any candidate w/the above experience, but if you add fluent in English and willing to relocate to Toronto, I expect the list is a bit smaller.
FWIW, for interim CEO, to my understanding, only 3 people were interviewed. Now, that's a much less attractive offer than the permanent job..........
toonderly
Active Member
Are they not still interviewing for interim CEO? I thought that the current situation was they have announced the acting CEO Bruce Macgregor to replace Leary until an interim CEO can be hired who will hold the position until the permanent CEO is found.
Northern Light
Superstar
The interviews were conducted on Thursday.
drum118
Superstar
Service adjustments for TIFF begin Thursday
Sept. 3, 2024
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) returns to the city from Sept. 5 to Sept. 15 with some TTC services being impacted. Street celebrations will result in the closure of King St. W. between Peter St. and University Ave. starting 5 a.m. on Thurs., Sept. 5 until 5 a.m. Mon., Sept. 9.
Several streetcar routes will be adjusted and split between the east and west sides of University Ave.
East of University Ave.:
• 503 Kingston Rd, 504A King, 304 King and 508 Lake Shore streetcars will turn back at Church St., redirecting along Wellington St. to York St., then eastbound on King St.
• 504B King streetcars will run between Broadview Station and Distillery Loop
West of University Ave.:
• 504/304 King and 508 Lake Shore will turn back west at Spadina Ave.
• 504A King will operate in both directions to Dundas West Station
• 504B King will go to Humber Loop
• 508 Lake Shore will head to Long Branch Loop
Replacement buses will operate westbound from Jarvis St., west on King St., north on University Ave., west on Richmond St., south on Spadina Ave. and west on King St., to Portland St.
Eastbound replacement buses will operate from Portland St., east on King St., north on Spadina Ave., east on Adelaide St., south on University Ave. and east on King St., to Jarvis St.
Throughout TIFF, the TTC will have identifiable staff positioned at key locations to assist customers and provide information about transit options.
Regular TTC service will resume at 5 a.m. on Mon., Sept. 9, but due to red carpet events on King St., service diversions will be necessary between 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. on Mon., Sept. 9, and Tues., Sept. 10.
Red carpet events will also be held from Wed., Sept. 11 to Sat., Sept. 14. The TTC has worked with TIFF to ensure diversions are not required, but customers may experience delays during this period.
The TTC thanks customers for their patience during TIFF, an event that benefits Toronto’s economy and international reputation as a world-class city.
The TTC is committed to keeping customers informed about work and events that impact service, as well as alternate route options. For the most up-to-date information, follow @TTCNotices on X or sign up for eAlerts.
Sept. 3, 2024
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) returns to the city from Sept. 5 to Sept. 15 with some TTC services being impacted. Street celebrations will result in the closure of King St. W. between Peter St. and University Ave. starting 5 a.m. on Thurs., Sept. 5 until 5 a.m. Mon., Sept. 9.
Several streetcar routes will be adjusted and split between the east and west sides of University Ave.
East of University Ave.:
• 503 Kingston Rd, 504A King, 304 King and 508 Lake Shore streetcars will turn back at Church St., redirecting along Wellington St. to York St., then eastbound on King St.
• 504B King streetcars will run between Broadview Station and Distillery Loop
West of University Ave.:
• 504/304 King and 508 Lake Shore will turn back west at Spadina Ave.
• 504A King will operate in both directions to Dundas West Station
• 504B King will go to Humber Loop
• 508 Lake Shore will head to Long Branch Loop
Replacement buses will operate westbound from Jarvis St., west on King St., north on University Ave., west on Richmond St., south on Spadina Ave. and west on King St., to Portland St.
Eastbound replacement buses will operate from Portland St., east on King St., north on Spadina Ave., east on Adelaide St., south on University Ave. and east on King St., to Jarvis St.
Throughout TIFF, the TTC will have identifiable staff positioned at key locations to assist customers and provide information about transit options.
Regular TTC service will resume at 5 a.m. on Mon., Sept. 9, but due to red carpet events on King St., service diversions will be necessary between 3:30 and 9:30 p.m. on Mon., Sept. 9, and Tues., Sept. 10.
Red carpet events will also be held from Wed., Sept. 11 to Sat., Sept. 14. The TTC has worked with TIFF to ensure diversions are not required, but customers may experience delays during this period.
The TTC thanks customers for their patience during TIFF, an event that benefits Toronto’s economy and international reputation as a world-class city.
The TTC is committed to keeping customers informed about work and events that impact service, as well as alternate route options. For the most up-to-date information, follow @TTCNotices on X or sign up for eAlerts.