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Posted Jul 16, 2025

Ball Arena, Flash Launch Denver’s Largest Public EV Charging Hub

Ball Arena, in partnership with Flash, announced the launch of Denver’s single largest electric vehicle charging installation. The new public EV charging hub at Kroenke Sports & Entertainment’s home of the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, and Colorado Mammoth is up and running with 60 total charging ports now available to fans during games and events. “This EV charging hub and our partnership with Flash exemplifies our commitment to sustainability, enhancing the fan experience, and supporting our community,” said Matt Bell, Senior Vice President of Venue Operations at Ball Arena. “It represents the kinds of community amenities and infrastructure we envision for the area with our redevelopment plan and the sustainable mobility alternatives we need to support the parks, open space, and density the plan calls for.” Located in Ball Arena’s Camry South Lot, the new expansive charging hub represents a significant milestone for expanding Denver’s EV infrastructure. The installation comes as Colorado’s accelerating EV adoption broke records late last year, with 5,200 charging stations currently serving the state’s growing community of EV drivers. “As we re-imagine our existing surface parking lots to create a truly vibrant urban experience, initiatives like this charging hub show how we’re not only transforming individual lots, but also facilitating a connected downtown ecosystem that serves our fans and our broader Denver community,” Bell said. Starting this summer, the charging hub will serve both event attendees and the broader Denver community, with public access available during the 250 events Ball Arena typically hosts throughout the year. Over time, the hub will form part of Ball Arena’s broader development strategy to include enhanced community mobility, access to transit, a local shuttle system, and more and better pedestrian connections. Strategically located at Speer Boulevard and Auraria Parkway, with convenient access to Interstate 25 and nearby light rail service, the Arena is positioned at the intersection of several major connections through downtown Denver. “Denver is embracing the future of transportation, and Ball Arena is setting the standard for how entertainment venues can support that transition,” said Matt McCaffree, Vice President and General Manager at Flash. “Our partnership delivers a secure, reliable, and seamless charging experience that fans and community members will expect from one of Denver’s premier destinations.” The 60 Level 2 charging port hub is now operational and open for use to EV drivers. About Flash Flash is a pioneering technology company bringing seamless parking and EV charging experiences to drivers through a first-of-its-kind digital ecosystem. Flash’s platform connects reservable parking and charging in the apps drivers use every day with garage, surface lot, event, and valet parking locations – connected and controlled via a cloud-based operating system with unrivaled intelligence. Customer-obsessed brands partner with Flash to deliver digital, easy-to-use, reliable, and increasingly frictionless experiences to drivers eager to pay for a solution that eliminates wasted time, excess emissions, and stress. The solution has arrived. About Kroenke Sports & Entertainment Denver-based Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is one of the world’s leading ownership, entertainment, and management groups. As owners and operators of Ball Arena, Paramount Theatre, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), and Colorado Rapids (MLS), KSE’s sports and entertainment assets are second to none. Additional properties under the KSE umbrella include Altitude Sports & Entertainment, a 24-hour regional television network, and Altitude Authentics, the company’s official retail provider.

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Posted Jul 16, 2025

The City of Pompano Beach Swaps Parking Meters for Trees

Vancouver, Canada – The City of Pompano Beach has signed up to Meters for Trees, the multi-award-winning tree planting initiative from PayByPhone, the global leader in mobile parking payments, effective immediately. Jeff Lantz, Parking Manager, the City of Pompano Beach, says, “Meters for Trees is a meaningful and easy way for us to move toward an eco-friendlier future by ensuring we are not only addressing air quality for our residents and visitors but also supporting our own environment through local tree planting.” PayByPhone, a parking payments provider for the City of Pompano Beach since 2021, across its nine on- and off-street parking locations, first launched Meters for Trees in the UK in 2019, as part of its broader environmental campaigns including Green December. These initiatives help forward-thinking cities, universities, and parking operators reduce their costly parking hardware as they opt for a mobile app-based parking service. Over the past five years, PayByPhone’s environmental campaigns have collectively planted over 225,000 trees globally. Under the terms of Meters for Trees, PayByPhone will plant one tree for every multi-space pay station and for every ten single space parking meters that are removed in the City of Pompano Beach, totaling 11 trees, in 2025. Trees will be planted in Withlacoochee State Forest, through PayByPhone’s partner, veritree, an organization that connects businesses with verified tree planting projects to elevate global reforestation. Meters for Trees supports the City of Pompano Beach in furthering its sustainability initiatives by removing parking hardware and planting trees while at the same time saving costs. By removing payment hardware and planting trees, CO₂ is absorbed by each newly planted tree as it grows, directly benefitting the local environment through carbon footprint reduction as CO₂ is sequestered from the atmosphere. Digital parking payments also eliminate the need for cash collection vehicles that would be emitting harmful tailpipe gasses as well as reduce costly compliance issues for the City with expensive card readers in the payment hardware. Carmen Donnell, Managing Director North America for PayByPhone, says, “We’re proud to work alongside partners like the City of Pompano Beach who share our vision of sustainability and environmental stewardship. In welcoming the City to our Meters for Trees campaign, we are making a meaningful step toward building a greener tomorrow.” Meters for Trees is a multi-award-winning initiative, having won 12 international awards, including a Global Gold Award at the 2019 Green World Environment Awards in the Carbon Reduction and Local Authorities categories, the Green Champion Award in Carbon Reduction at the 2019 Green Apple Environment Awards, and the Environmental Initiative Award at the 2020 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. The City of Pompano joins The City of South Miami and The City of Coral Gables, Florida, The City of Olympia, Washington, and The City of Allentown, Pennsylvania, who joined Meters for Trees in 2025. For more information about Meters for Trees, please visit www.paybyphone.com/meters-for-trees. ABOUT PAYBYPHONE PayByPhone is a global leader in mobile parking payments. We simplify the journeys for millions of people through our smart, intuitive mobile payment technology and exciting features. We work with over 1,400 cities and operators across North America, the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland. More than 95 million drivers worldwide have trusted us with their payments to date. To discover how our products and services can elevate your driving experience, please visit www.paybyphone.com PayByPhone. We simplify your journey, so you can focus on what matters most. Press contact: Sarah Claridge Communications Consultant Indaba sarah.claridge@weareindaba.com  (+44) 207 692 4964

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Posted Jul 08, 2025

TEZ Technology Announces Executive Appointments to Fuel Growth and Innovation

Dallas, TX — TEZ Technology is proud to announce key leadership changes that underscore the company’s strong momentum and continued commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Following a strong start to the year and reinforcing its position as an industry leader in valet and pay-by-text technology, TEZ is pleased to welcome Joshua Henderson as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). A seasoned technology executive, Henderson brings over 15 years of experience leading cloud, cybersecurity, and AI initiatives at both publicly traded companies and national managed-service providers. His leadership has helped transform a $100M MSP into a high-growth MSSP and AI data-services leader, scale operations across North America and Europe, and launch platforms that generate multimillion-dollar recurring revenue. As CTO, Henderson will guide TEZ’s technology vision and execution, ensuring the company delivers on its product commitments and brings innovative new solutions to market in 2025. In addition, TEZ is proud to announce the promotion of Maggie Vercoe to Chief Operations Officer (COO). Vercoe brings over 30 years of experience in the parking industry, with deep expertise in customer retention, cross-functional leadership, and service delivery. Her previous leadership at T2 Systems, A Verra Mobility Company, gives her unique insight into the complete customer lifecycle—from first interaction through long-term engagement. In her expanded role, Vercoe will oversee Marketing, Account Management, Project Delivery, and Customer Support, playing a critical role in scaling operations and ensuring exceptional client experiences. Both Henderson and Vercoe will report directly to Mike Simmons, CEO. “Josh and Maggie bring a powerful blend of innovation, experience, and leadership that will help drive our next phase of growth,” said Simmons. “We’re thrilled to have them at the helm as we continue delivering the cutting-edge solutions our customers rely on.” To learn more about TEZ Technology, please visit www.teztechnology.com. TEZ Technology – Mobile Payment Parking Software Transform your parking operations with TEZ Solutions. Unlock new sources of revenue and delight customers with our mobile parking payment platform.

Professional Development

Education & Advancement

Accredited Parking Organization

Accredited Parking Organization (APO) is a designation for parking, transportation, and mobility organizations that have achieved a comprehensive standard of excellence.

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Parking, Transportation & Mobility Professional™ (PTMP™ )

IPMI offers industry-leading certification that places those who earn the designations as the leaders of the profession. The PTMP credential is respected worldwide as the leading parking and mobility credential.

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Conference & Expo

The IPMI Conference & Expo brings together professionals representing every level of experience and segment of the parking, transportation, and mobility industry. The event delivers four days of exceptional education, the largest display of parking- and mobility-specific technology and innovations, networking, and the opportunity to connect with a global community – to advance the industry.

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On-Site Training

Employees are an organization’s most valuable asset. An investment in staff training and education brings a high rate of return in job performance and satisfaction. IPMI offers custom, agency-specific trainings on these topics for your staff. Our training team is made up of industry veterans who can help your organization soar.

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Parking Enforcement & Compliance Professional™ (PECP™ )

Parking Enforcement & Compliance Professional™ (PECP) is the next step in your career path as a parking enforcement professional.

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Virtual Education

Virtual education includes live online training in the form of webinars, Frontline training , and instructor-led learning courses. IPMI also offers a robust online library for on-demand learning.

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“Joining IPMI is like finding the VIP parking spot in a crowded lot—it’s where the best connections and ideas come together. It’s been my go-to for staying ahead of industry trends and meeting the people who keep the parking world moving.”

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President & Executive Search Consultant, Laney Solutions
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“Being a member of IPMI has played such an important part in advancing my professional career and developing leadership skills. Whether it’s obtaining highly regarded certifications, continued learning of industry trends, or having the opportunity to present on technical and workplace matters, IPMI has created an environment to move our industry forward. One of the most meaningful benefits of the membership is being a part of the diverse network of connections and partners!”

Mark Santos, PE, PTMP /
Director of Operations, Walker Consultants
Mark Santos, Walker Consultants

“As an IPMI member, I have been able to contribute to the industry by presenting at conferences, developing online courses and serving on the education development committee. I have been able to keep abreast of the latest technological developments in the parking industry by attending the IPMI expo and reading Parking & Mobility magazine. I have met some really great people serving IPMI committees, as a board member and by attending the IPMI conference. My career in parking has been vastly improved by being an IPMI member and actively participating on IPMI committees.”

Brian Shaw, PTMP /
Practice Builder, Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.
Brian Shaw, CAPP, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

“I distinctly remember stepping into the expo hall at my first IPMI conference and feeling completely overwhelmed by the size and scope of the industry, but even in the chaos, I found familiar faces and began to make new connections.  After the conference, I took advantage of more of the opportunities offered by IPMI and as my network expanded and my skill set broadened, the once daunting industry started to feel like a small, collaborative community.”

Amanda Scala, PTMP /
Associate Director, University of Maryland, College Park
Amanda Scala, University of Maryland

“IPMI membership has been an invaluable resource to me throughout my career in the parking industry. The relationships I’ve built through IPMI have opened doors to meaningful partnerships and new opportunities I never thought possible. Through IPMI’s education and resources, I’ve gained insights into the latest trends and leading technologies, keeping me well-informed and prepared for future shifts in the parking and mobility industry. Being part of IPMI means not just staying informed but also contributing to the advancement of our industry.”

Mike Tudor, PTMP /
Executive Director, Parking Authority of River City, Inc.
Mike Tudor, Parking Authority of River City

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Rethinking Parking Through Behavior

Parking has long been managed through fixed rules: pay before you stay, don’t exceed the time limit, and expect a citation if you do. But that model rarely reflects how people actually behave. The shift toward behavioral parking is about bridging that gap—creating systems that respond to real usage rather than rigid expectations. At the heart of behavioral parking is one simple idea: charge based on how people actually use the space. Instead of guessing how long they’ll stay or rushing back to feed a meter, drivers park and go about their business. The system tracks their actual behavior—start time, end time, duration—and charges accordingly. This shift solves a long-standing issue: underpayment and non-compliance that doesn’t always come from bad intent, but from confusion, unpredictability, or inflexible systems. Rather than focusing on enforcement and punishment, behavioral models recover revenue by adapting to the parker—not the other way around. In environments like universities, city centers, and hospitality, where stay durations vary widely, this approach offers fairness and financial sustainability. Operators gain more accurate data, fewer disputes, and ultimately, better compliance without increasing friction. Behavioral parking is not just about technology—it’s about trust. When people feel that parking is transparent and reasonable, they’re more likely to engage honestly with it. And when systems are built around real-life behavior, everyone benefits….. We’re no longer just managing space. We are managing people…and adjusting to real behavior to reduce violations. Trystan Henry, PECP, is the Vice President of Business Development for ParkEngage. Trystan can be reached at trystan.henry@parkengage.com.

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PTMP Professional: Varena Harding, PTMP

Varena Harding, PTMP, is the Admin AGM for Parking Concepts, Inc. Find out why she earned her PTMP and how it’s impacted her career.

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The Evolution of Parking Professionals

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