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The International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI) is the largest community for parking, transportation, and mobility professionals in the world. We welcome you to our community, where you will have access to best-in-class learning, a powerful network, and tools you need for success.

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IPMI offers all the resources of the world’s largest parking, transportation, and mobility association, coupled with the benefits of close-knit community.

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IPMI members maximize their access to our unparalleled network and community of parking, transportation, and mobility professionals and organizations.

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With cutting edge-research and publications, members gain the information and expertise they need to streamline and advance their operations.

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Learning opportunities include in-person events like the annual Conference & Expo and Leadership Summit, live virtual events, a comprehensive library of on-demand courses, and certificates and credentials.

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Posted Mar 06, 2026

Universal Parking Announces Management of Canal Place in New Orleans

New Orleans, LA – Universal Parking, a leading innovator in the parking industry, announces its latest parking management contract for Canal Place, one of New Orleans’ most iconic mixed-use destinations located at the base of Canal Street in downtown.

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Posted Mar 05, 2026

Parksmart Reinvigorated: GBCI and IPMI Partner on the Next Generation of Sustainable Parking

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), the premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green business industry performance and practice globally, and the International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI), the world’s largest parking association, have renewed and updated a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for their joint program, Parksmart. Updating and extending this collaboration recognizes the importance of sustainable parking facility design and management to the built environment. It comes as an increasing number of projects have achieved/registered for the Parksmart program, recognizing the importance of sustainable parking facility design and management to the built environment.

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Posted Mar 04, 2026

Arrive Announces Intent to Acquire Passport

Atlanta, GA – Arrive, a leading global mobility platform, announced the intention to acquire Passport, unifying enforcement technology, paid parking and payment infrastructure for autonomous-ready mobility into one 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 Professionalâ„¢ (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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IPMI values each voice, and works to fill the specific needs of each individual member of our community.

“I have been a member of IPMI for many years, and it has been a huge part of my professional industry networking and resource community. Whether I was working at a university, as an operator, or on the vendor side, IPMI has been my lifeline for staying on top of industry trends, issues, and protocols, keeping me informed with articles, committees, and networking opportunities. Staying relevant is the key, and now, attending the Leadership Summit creates more opportunities to do just that as well as connect on a more personal level.”

Mary Mabry, PTMP /
Product Manager-Parking Solutions, Cardinal Tracking, Inc.
Mary Mabry, Cardinal Tracking, Inc.

“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.”

Kathleen Laney, MS /
President & Executive Search Consultant, Laney Solutions
Kathleen Laney, Laney Solutions

“Being part of the IPMI community has strengthened DESMAN’s commitment to advancing parking and mobility solutions through collaboration, professional development, and industry standards. IPMI’s robust resources, from career services to insightful publications, have been invaluable in helping us attract talent, stay ahead of trends, and share our own innovations with peers. IPMI amplifies the voices and impact of its members across the industry.”

Timothy Tracy /
COO/Executive Vice President, DESMAN
Timothy Tracy, DESMAN

“Over the past 20 years of my membership, I have found IPMI to be an incredible resource, not only for expanding my knowledge of parking and mobility but also for fostering meaningful, long-term relationships with industry peers. I am a small business owner, and IPMI has been instrumental in helping me open doors and unlock opportunities to showcase my company. It provided pathways for growth by offering opportunities to collaborate with peers, customers, and agencies within the organization. I am truly grateful for IPMI’s support and the role it has played in my professional journey and business development in this ever-evolving industry.”

Susan Cole /
Owner/President, Cole Ticket Solutions, Inc.
Susan Cole, Cole Ticket Solutions

“IPMI has been diligent about creating avenues to truly make a difference. Through IPMI, my personal journey has allowed me to invest in myself, light the path forward, and elevate other voices in the industry.”

Joseph R Madison II /
Assistant Transit Program Delivery Manager, Georgia Department of Transportation
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Building Digital-First Infrastructure: Shaping the Future of Mobility

It’s a busy Saturday lunchtime, and your city parking lot is filling up fast. EV chargers are occupied, rideshare drop-offs are backing up, and drivers are stuck in line at the ticket machine, wondering why they can’t just pay by phone. Your decade-old parking system isn’t broken. It’s doing exactly what it was designed to do. The trouble is that consumer expectations have changed.

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Critical Thinking Part 3

This blog wraps up my thoughts on applying critical thinking to new employee onboarding and on-the-job training. I will describe an example of how I would apply critical thinking training to a session for new employees. My example will be training the employees on the importance of customer service.

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Building Digital-First Infrastructure

Shaping the Future of Mobility

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PTMP Professional: Rami Arafat, PTMP, MBA

Rami Arafat, PTMP, MBA, is the Associate Director of Operations for Old Dominion University Transportation & Parking Services. Find out why he earned his PTMP and how it’s impacted his career.

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Learning Lab Key Takeaways: Thinking Outside the Lines: How HONK and UC Davis Are Redefining Campus Parking Presented by HONK

The Learning Lab session highlighted how HONK and UC Davis transformed campus parking through a daily decision model and digital payments. UC Davis replaced physical permits with a virtual system managing 1,000 to 2,000 daily parking permits and supporting 23,000 daily bike trips. HONK’s single sign-on integration prevents credential sharing and supports complex affiliate and labor contract rates. The team also implemented flexible event pricing and completed a highly coordinated rollout. The system has reduced congestion, maintained affordability, and achieved 70 percent digital wallet adoption.

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