Taiwo "Tai" Jaiyeoba
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic and visionary Executive with a proven track-record of exemplary leadership in both public and private sectors. Skilled in orchestrating the strategic implementation of community vision and Board directives, I bring a forward-thinking approach to governance. Comprehensive experience encompasses overseeing multiple transit referendums, departmental operations, managed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Streetcar/Urban Circulator, Light Rail Transit (LRT), Passenger Rail Transit (PRT) projects, spearheading innovative initiatives and addressing community needs with foresight and collaboration.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Consultant
City Development Advisors
- Provides strategic advisory services to municipal clients on various focus areas: mobility, land use planning, leadership.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting solutions for their specific business needs.
City Manager
City of Greensboro
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Established the City’s first transit department and launched City’s 20-year mobility plan
- Oversaw more than 3,300 employees with an annual budget of approximately $800M ($400M in General Funds) in FY23
- Initiated preliminary discussions with City Council and partners for transit sales tax referendum in 2026
- Implemented downtown Greensboro’s free-fare trolley.
- Enhanced community engagement by implementing innovative public outreach programs and events.
- Streamlined city operations through the development of effective policies and procedures.
- Managed financial resources responsibly, resulting in balanced budgets and cost savings for the city.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment by promoting diversity and equity initiatives within city departments.
- Built strong relationships with local businesses, leading to increased economic development opportunities and job creation.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to develop strategic plans that aligned with the city''s long-term goals and vision.
Assistant City Manager/Director of Planning
City of Charlotte
01.2018 - 01.2022
- A member of the City's executive leadership team
- Had oversight of the Charlotte Area Transit Systems (CATS)
- Project Manager: Mayor’s initiated Charlotte Moves task force that recommended a program to increase investments in mobility projects across the city/region
- Charlotte’s $13B transformational mobility network which planned the future buildout of rail, buses and road system for the Charlotte region
- Transit Referendum polling and survey to highlight support for a penny sales tax increase aimed at funding the $13B mobility investment
- Charlotte’s innovative, award-winning 20-year Comprehensive Land Use Plan
- City’s first Equitable Transit-Oriented Development.
- Collaborated with various departments to improve overall city services and address community needs.
- Assisted in the oversight of city projects, ensuring timely completion and proper resource allocation.
- Enhanced city operations by streamlining processes and implementing efficient management strategies.
Executive
HNTB Corporation and HDR Transit Principal for Southeast United States
01.2012 - 01.2018
- At HDR: Delivered major transit projects in multiple States (Michigan, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida, North and South Carolina, Ohio and Washington DC)
- Partnered with Nelson/Nygaard on Nashville’s nMotion Project
- Company’s Lead on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects: Memphis’ Urban Circulator/Streetcar, TN; Columbus Bus Rapid Transit, OH; Winston-Salem’s Urban Circulator and Fort Lauderdale, FL, Arterial Transit Service projects
- At HNTB: Led business development practice in Transit Planning for Southeast US (projects in Charlotte, Atlanta, Nashville, Washington DC)
- Project Manager for delivering Atlanta's multi-billion transit program, More MARTA.
Executive Director of Planning and Development
Grand Rapids Interurban Partnership
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Implemented the first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project in the State of Michigan funded with Federal/State grants
- The Silver Line is a 10-mile, $40M BRT project that travels across multiple cities
- Successfully led the transit referendum to fund operations of the BRT project
- Developed the first Transit Master Plan for the Grand Rapids region.
Director of Planning/Project Management
Sacramento Regional Transit District
03.1999 - 01.2009
- Managed the agency's planning department and Light Rail Transit (LRT) project management team
- Project Manager: District’s Transit Master Plan
- Downtown Sacramento to Airport Light Rail connector
- The $300M 4.4-mile Blue Line light rail extension
- District’s Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Program.
Associate Planner
City of Sacramento
05.1996 - 02.1999
- Managed long range strategic plans
- Reviewed and processed land development entitlements.
Education
Certificate - Global Leadership
MIT Sloan School of Management Leadership
Cambridge, MA03.2020
MSc. - Urban and Regional Planning
Ife University
03.1992
BSc. - Geography
Ife University
12.1988
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Work in a Team Leadership Skills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Excellent Decision-making Skills
- Knowledge of Government
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Project Management Skills
- Strategic development
- Program coordination
Accomplishments
- Graduate of ENO Leadership Program (2010)
- Leadership APTA Graduate (2014)
- Charlottean of The Year - Charlotte Magazine (2020)
- Route Fifty Navigators Award (2020)
- Oversaw team of 3,300 staff members
- Managed a Fiscal Year budget of approximately $800M
Leadership Awards
- ENO Transit Leadership Program (2010)
- Leadership APTA (2014)
- Route 50 Navigators Award (2020)
- American Institute of Architects (Charlotte Chapter) Laurel Award (2021)
Relevant Presentations
- Leadership APTA: Strategies for Successful Transit Referendum (2014)
- Transit Alliance of Middle Tennessee: Identify Models of Transit Success (2015)
- City of Charlotte: Led the 25-member Charlotte Moves Task Force to address mobility and transportation issues in the Charlotte area (2020)
- American Planning Association: Making the linkage between land use and mobility (2023)
Profile
Taiwo "Tai" Jaiyeoba, Executive/Strategic Advisor
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Traveling
- Walking
- Running
- Sports
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hobbies
- Reading
- Traveling
- Sports
- Walking
- Running
Timeline
City Manager
City of Greensboro
02.2022 - 02.2024
Assistant City Manager/Director of Planning
City of Charlotte
01.2018 - 01.2022
Executive
HNTB Corporation and HDR Transit Principal for Southeast United States
01.2012 - 01.2018
Executive Director of Planning and Development
Grand Rapids Interurban Partnership
01.2009 - 12.2011
Director of Planning/Project Management
Sacramento Regional Transit District
03.1999 - 01.2009
Associate Planner
City of Sacramento
05.1996 - 02.1999
Principal Consultant
City Development Advisors
Certificate - Global Leadership
MIT Sloan School of Management Leadership
MSc. - Urban and Regional Planning
Ife University
BSc. - Geography
Ife University
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