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Get My Parking (logo) Appoints Melinda Alonzo (headshot), PTMP, Executive Director of Customer Success & Campus Mobility, North America
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Get My Parking Appoints Melinda Alonzo, PTMP, Executive Director of Customer Success & Campus Mobility, North America

Atlanta, GA – Get My Parking (GMP), a global leader in smart parking and mobility software, announced the appointment of Melinda Alonzo, PTMP, as Executive Director of Customer Success & Campus Mobility, North America. Based in Atlanta, Alonzo will join GMP’s North American Customer Success organization while driving the development of a dedicated Campus Mobility Vertical, expanding the company’s focus in university mobility. Alonzo’s appointment reflects GMP’s conviction that customer success is inseparable from operational execution and long-term growth. In her role, she will support adoption, retention, and expansion across GMP’s customer base, working closely with internal product and key account management teams to ensure GMP’s hardware-agnostic solutions deliver measurable results across diverse gated and gateless commercial and campus environments. With nearly 30 years of experience in parking, transportation, and mobility, Alonzo brings deep, hands-on expertise shaped by both private-sector operations and large-scale, complex campus environments. She began her career building a strong operational foundation supporting commercial properties in a rapidly growing urban market, where evolving land use, tenant expectations, and infrastructure constraints demanded practical, service-oriented solutions for building owners and managers. She then spent several impactful years at Arizona State University, where she played a pivotal role in managing and modernizing parking and transportation operations across four campuses during a period of significant institutional and regional growth. Her responsibilities as Senior Director, Parking and Transit Services, included overseeing 26,000 parking spaces, a 25-vehicle intercampus fleet, and transportation services supporting more than 90,000 students. Most recently, Alonzo served as Senior Director of Parking and Transportation at Georgia Tech, leading multimodal mobility programs for a major urban research university. Throughout her career, Alonzo has been recognized for championing technology-enabled improvements, optimizing operational workflows, and leading high-performing, service-oriented teams. She has managed self-funded auxiliary operations, overseen complex vendor and PARCS ecosystems, and guided major system transitions. Her leadership has been formally recognized at the industry level: she was named IPMI Parking Professional of the Year in 2016, and the Arizona State University parking program under her leadership was awarded IPMI’s Parking Organization of the Year in 2017. These distinctions reflect both individual excellence and organizational leadership at scale. “Melinda brings exactly the kind of operational credibility and execution mindset this role requires,” said Joe Mollish, Vice President, Customer Success, North America. “She understands what it takes to deliver results for private operators and complex institutions alike. Her leadership strengthens our Customer Success organization while accelerating the expansion of a University Mobility Vertical built for real-world execution.” “Universities represent one of the most complex and dynamic mobility environments in the market,” said Chirag Jain, CEO of Get My Parking. “Melinda’s experience, leadership style, and standing across the higher-education and operator communities alike make her uniquely qualified to help GMP become the trusted mobility platform for campuses worldwide—without losing sight of the operational rigor our operator clients expect.” “What matters most to operators and campuses is protecting what already works while getting ready for what’s next,” said Alonzo. “Get My Parking lets clients modernize by building on the technology they already have, minimizing disruption and being thoughtful about capital. That leads to better operations and outcomes, and better experiences for the people who use these facilities every day.” Alonzo holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of Arizona and is a Parking & Transportation Mobility Professional (PTMP). She remains actively engaged across the parking and mobility community through industry organizations, advisory forums, and peer leadership initiatives. About Get My Parking Get My Parking (GMP) is a global software leader transforming smart parking with IoT, AI, and cloud-based automation. GMP’s AI-powered, hardware-agnostic, CAPEX-light platform is redefining how operators and partners modernize existing PARCS infrastructure. Its white-labeled, mobile-enabled solutions unify legacy and new hardware, software, and systems on a single digital platform, enabling real-time management and seamless interoperability across thousands of facilities. Designed for the future of mobility with app-based and app-free capacities, GMP integrates with EV charging, connected vehicles, and shared mobility hubs, helping operators streamline their operations and elevate user experiences. GMP’s solutions are live across 5 continents, 15 countries, and 4,100+ facilities. Learn more at https://www.getmyparking.com/

El Camino College Moves Parking Permits Online with HONK
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El Camino College Moves Parking Permits Online with HONK

Torrance, CA — HONK, North America’s leading provider of contactless payments for parking, announced that El Camino College has replaced its legacy parking permit system with HONK’s fully digital, automated solution — streamlining operations, improving the campus parking experience, and laying the foundation for future growth. The College’s move away from physical permits represents a broader shift in how parking is managed, with HONK’s digital platform giving El Camino new tools to streamline day-to-day operations for both administrators and campus drivers. Administrative teams now spend less time on manual tracking, accounting, and reconciliation – everything is digital, easier to audit, and less prone to error. “We needed a modern parking solution that would make our internal operations more efficient while improving the overall experience for our students and staff, said Matthew Vander Horck, Chief of Police,  El Camino College. “HONK delivered a system that is intuitive for our team, reduces administrative burden, and gives our campus community a simple, mobile-first way to park— with the flexibility to grow as our needs continue to evolve.” For students and staff — the people parking on campus every day — the change is even more visible. Parking is now mobile-first, giving drivers a faster, more intuitive experience that aligns with how they already use technology. No more waiting in line, managing paper passes, or dealing with lost permits. The system supports popular mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay, which means drivers can pay using the same tools they already rely on every day. Behind the scenes, the system has also helped reduce long-term operational costs. By shifting away from hardware-heavy infrastructure, El Camino has minimized the need for expensive equipment replacements and ongoing maintenance. “El Camino’s move to digital parking reflects what we’ve seen work well across higher education,” said Matt Critchell, Chief Revenue Officer, HONK. “Schools are looking for systems that are easy for students to use and simple for teams to manage, and El Camino now has a parking program that reduces manual work, scales as needs change, and supports a modern campus experience.” About El Camino College Founded in 1947, El Camino College is situated on a beautiful and spacious 126-acre campus near Torrance, California. The college enrolls about 33,000 students each semester and boasts a curriculum of about 200 degree and certificate programs taught by exceptional faculty in an environment that supports equity and student success.

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City of Alexandria’s DASH Partners with ABM to Support EV Bus Charging Infrastructure

New York - ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of energy infrastructure and facility solutions, has been selected by the Alexandria, Virginia, Transit Company (DASH), to deliver critical EV charging infrastructure that supports the growing electrification of the city's public bus fleet. Under the agreement, ABM provided and installed an in-route pantograph charger, accompanying power cabinets, electrical infrastructure, and civil foundation work. The solution enables DASH buses to charge while in service, expanding route flexibility and supporting uninterrupted operations for Alexandria’s fast-growing electric fleet. “This project represents a forward-thinking investment in clean, reliable transit,” said Mark Hawkinson, President of Technical Solutions, ABM. “We’re proud to help DASH take this important step in expanding their electric bus capabilities and enhancing service for the Alexandria community.” A Milestone in Fleet Electrification The installation is part of the first phase of a broader electrification plan for DASH, transporting more than 15,000 riders daily and over 5.3 million riders annually. By enabling in-route charging, the project helps extend operational range, reduce downtime, and lower greenhouse gas emissions—all while supporting a better rider experience. The milestone was completed through the EV Charging Station Equipment and Services cooperative purchasing agreement under NASPO ValuePoint, a national cooperative purchasing program that allows public entities to streamline the procurement of high-quality, vetted infrastructure solutions. Rider-Centered Benefits DASH riders will directly benefit from this upgrade as it enhances operational flexibility, keeps buses on schedule, and ensures a reliable service experience. For the agency, it provides a scalable solution as electrification expands and further in-route or depot charging assets are deployed in future phases. About ABM ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and more efficient—enhancing the overall occupant experience. ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together. For more information, visit www.abm.com. MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Valentino media@abm.com

Ocra (logo) Appoints James Hansen (headshot) As Head of Partnerships To Accelerate Hotel Sector Growth
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Ocra Appoints James Hansen as Head of Partnerships to Accelerate Hotel Sector Growth

Chicago, IL – Ocra announced the appointment of James Hansen as Head of Partnerships. Hansen will be instrumental in leading strategic partnerships as the company scales its AI-powered parking revenue management platform across the hotel industry. Hansen brings more than 25 years of experience in hospitality and hotel management, with a career spanning sales, marketing, operations, and finance. He has a proven track record of exceeding revenue, growth, profitability, and return objectives for hotel asset owners while driving strategic partnerships and market expansion. Most recently, Hansen focused on strategic growth initiatives as Vice President of Development at Reeco, where he drove unprecedented growth in ARR and customer acquisition while positioning the company as the leading AI-driven procure-to-pay solution in the industry. Prior, he served as Chief Development Officer at OTH Hotels & Resorts, where he led the growth and development of a portfolio of 15+ hotels across the United States. His previous roles include leadership positions at Hotel Equities, Kolter Hospitality, and Interstate Hotels & Resorts, where he developed deep insight into hotel ownership, management, and operational realities. In his new role at Ocra, Hansen will focus on building and expanding partnerships with hotel asset owners as Ocra propels into its high-growth phase. His appointment underscores Ocra’s commitment to helping hotels unlock incremental, high-margin revenue from underutilized parking assets through AI-powered revenue management and global inventory distribution. “After meeting James at an industry conference a few years ago, it was clear that he understood the value Ocra drives in the hospitality sector,” says Ethan Glass, CEO & Co-Founder of Ocra. “We first had the pleasure of working with James when he was at OTH Hotels & Resorts as a client, then we saw the incredible impact he made on the technology side at Reeco. When the opportunity presented itself for us to bring James on board, it was a no brainer. He’s been an extraordinary champion from the start, and we couldn’t be more excited to have him on our team.” “I’m beyond excited to join such an elite team of thought leaders and a company that is truly leading innovation in the space,” says James Hansen, Head of Partnerships. “I’ve been an advocate for Ocra for nearly two years now. Parking is a massive ancillary revenue stream and profit center for hotels, and one that’s been overlooked for too long. I’m excited to help the industry recognize and maximize this untapped opportunity to grow NOI.” Hansen’s hire indicates momentum for Ocra expanding its footprint in the hotel sector, partnering with assets to unlock parking as a high-margin revenue stream through hands-on revenue management, sophisticated software, robust platform integrations, and AI-driven pricing strategies. About Ocra Ocra is an AI-powered Revenue Management System (RMS) and Global Distribution System (GDS) purpose-built for hotel parking assets. Hotels use Ocra to sell underutilized parking inventory to non-guest customers using online marketplaces ("parking OTAs") to find parking near airports, venues, and other hotspots. Ocra's team of parking revenue management experts drives growth without adding labor or disrupting operations, helping hotels increase net operating income (NOI) while never compromising guest parking. 20+ hotel groups partner with Ocra to achieve optimum yield of their parking assets – including MCR, Starwood Capital Group, Aimbridge, Stonebridge, Highwood Properties, Concord Hospitality, and OTH Hotels & Resorts. Ocra has raised $10M in strategic funding to date – $3.5M in an oversubscribed round in April 2024 led by MCR and Parker Technology, and $5M led by Trestle Partners with significant follow-on from MCR in August 2025. For more information, visit getocra.com or email info@getocra.com. Media Contact: Sarah Becherer VP, Marketing Ocra sarah@getocra.com

The ABCs of Parking, Brooke Krieger's new book
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New Children’s Book Introduces the Next Generation to the World of Parking and Mobility

Atlanta, GA — Parking and mobility professional Brooke Bustle Krieger, MPA, has released a new children’s book, The ABCs of Parking, designed to introduce young readers to the systems that help cities function and people get where they need to go. Written with simple language and playful rhymes, The ABCs of Parking explores parking concepts from A to Z — including apps, curbs, garages, signage, and yearly permits — making an often-overlooked part of urban life approachable and engaging for children. The book blends early literacy with real-world learning, helping kids understand how parking supports safe streets, organized cities, and shared public spaces. Krieger, who works in the parking and mobility industry, created the book as a way to translate complex infrastructure concepts into ideas children can grasp. “Parking is one of those systems that quietly touches every trip we take,” said Krieger. “This book is about sparking curiosity and helping kids see how cities work and how thoughtful planning helps communities move.” The ABCs of Parking is intended for families, educators, and mobility professionals alike, and serves as a unique bridge between industry expertise and public education. The book is especially relevant for parking and mobility professionals looking for a relatable way to explain their work to children, students, or community audiences. The book is available now on Amazon in paperback format, with Prime shipping available globally. About the Author Brooke Bustle Krieger, MPA is a parking and mobility professional with experience across public policy, urban systems, and transportation technology. She is the author of Parking the Future and is passionate about making complex city systems more accessible through education, storytelling, and thoughtful design.

Fredericksburg Deploys SafetySticks Press Release
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Fredericksburg Deploys SafetySticks to Protect Fire Lanes and No Parking Zones

The Hill Country destination of Fredericksburg, Texas, may have only about 12,000 residents, but it welcomes roughly 1.5 million visitors a year who come for its wineries, walkable Main Street and small-town charm. With 84 wineries in and around the community and a compact historic downtown, legal curb space is at a premium, especially near tasting rooms, restaurants and hotels. The City of Fredericksburg has installed 11 MPS SafetyStick® devices in some of its most sensitive curbside locations. The initial deployment, completed on August 26, focuses on prohibited parking zones and fire hydrants, where blocked access can slow emergency response and create dangerous conflicts between drivers and pedestrians. With only 37 full-time police officers, city leaders were looking for a way to extend their enforcement reach without pulling officers away from higher-priority calls. The SafetyStick® uses solar power, motion detectors and cameras to monitor no-parking areas and provide clear, time-stamped photo evidence of violations that local authorities can review and act on. “Illegal parking undermines the efforts of those who work hard and follow the rules, signaling that laws can be disregarded,” Lt. Seelig said. “The SafetyStick strengthens our ability to deter illegal parking and enforce compliance with parking regulations.” Fredericksburg selected MPS based on the company’s story and patented innovations in parking enforcement, as well as its track record helping other communities protect critical curb space in no parking zones, at bus stops, in bike lanes and around fire lanes. The SafetyStick® is designed as a force multiplier that supports existing enforcement staff, improves compliance in problem zones and makes it easier for residents, visitors and first responders to move through busy corridors. The new SafetySticks are expected to reduce illegal parking near hydrants and other restricted zones and to free up scarce legal spaces for people who are visiting Main Street, tasting rooms and other attractions. Over time, the Fredericksburg deployment will add another case study to the growing list of tourism destinations that are using smart, solar powered enforcement to keep streets safer and parking fairer for everyone. About Municipal Parking Services (MPS) Municipal Parking Services Inc. (MPS) is a pioneer in AI-driven enforcement and compliance technologies. Since 2013, MPS has leveraged its unique platform to deliver cloud-connected parking and safety solutions that reduce illegal parking, increase compliance, and improve safety outcomes. MPS solutions use embedded AI to automate license plate recognition, dynamic pricing, zone monitoring, and enforcement, creating safer, smarter communities. The company partners with leading safety organizations, including Vision Zero, IPMI, IACLEA, and IACP. Headquartered in Austin, Texas. Learn more at www.mpspark.com.

Cole Jaillet (Headshot) Named Chief Executive Officer of Turnstone (logo)
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Cole Jaillet Named Chief Executive Officer of Turnstone

Seattle, WA — Turnstone, the leading provider of parking and mobility data insights and planning solutions, announced that Cole Jaillet has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Jaillet will lead Turnstone’s strategic vision, product innovation, and continued expansion as the company helps parking owners, operators, and municipalities better understand and optimize how parking assets are used. In 2025, Turnstone demonstrated unprecedented growth, tripling its client base. “Data is the essential ingredient to successful parking planning in the 2020s, and Turnstone sits at the intersection of data, mobility, and the built environment,” said Jaillet. “I’m excited to step into this role and continue working with our talented team to deliver the clarity and intelligence that public and private owners and operators need to make better decisions about parking and transportation.” Since joining Turnstone, Jaillet has played a key role in the company’s extraordinary growth. His leadership has focused on translating complex parking data into actionable insights that support smarter planning, improved operations, and stronger financial performance. Jaillet joined Turnstone in September 2024 as Executive Vice President. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Product at Passport Parking, where he led product strategy and development. “Turnstone’s remarkable growth is indicative of the vital role data plays in the parking and mobility industry today,” said Jaillet. “Cities and private owners and operators face increasing pressure to reduce costs and operate more efficiently, and Turnstone helps by providing real-world insights that can be turned into actionable management and policy decisions.” Jaillet is a resident of Charlestown, Massachusetts. About Turnstone Turnstone is a leading provider of advanced parking data insights that help cities and private operators understand how parking assets are actually used. By turning raw mobility data into clear, actionable insights, Turnstone enables smarter planning, better policy decisions, and more efficient use of existing infrastructure. Learn more at www.turnstonedata.com.

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Curb Management Tech Supplier Automotus Raises $9M

Automotus, a Los Angeles-based software company that sells curb management, traffic and associated payment technology, has raised $9 million in a new funding round. According to Jordan Justus, the company’s CEO and co-founder, the round includes $7.5 million in equity and $1.5 million in credit from a single investor. Total equity funding to date for the company, which traces its roots to 2017 while Justus and co-founder and CTO Harris Lummis were students at Loyola Marymount University, stands at $26 million, Justus said. This funding round included Santa Barbara Venture Partners, Weatherford Capital, BarronKent Ventures, Techstars Ventures, kineo, and other investors, according to a statement. Automotus offers a platform powered by computer vision that cities and airports can use to monitor and control traffic at curbs, including via data analytics and automated payments. The rise of ride hailing along with consumer dependence on retail deliveries help make curbside spaces increasingly busy. An example of the technology in use comes from Lincoln, Neb., where cameras provided by Automotus have helped officials craft parking policies for downtown. Automotus says it has deployed its tech in “dozens of markets across the country.” The fresh capital will go toward deeper product offerings, market expansion and customer support. “Cities and airports are under immense pressure to modernize the curb as commercial traffic surges and they’re forced to grapple with AVs,” Justus said. “This investment allows us to scale our impact and continue delivering technology that makes streets safer, more efficient and more sustainable.”

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Orikan Group Accelerates Multi-Region Expansion with UbiPark

Orikan Group has acquired UbiPark, a parking technology company headquartered in Melbourne and with a growing footprint in the US. UbiPark specialises in digital solutions for commercial property owners, parking operators and large institutional operations, maintaining a strong customer base across Australia, New Zealand, UK and the US. The agreement will see UbiPark’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Mosstyn Howell join Orikan as a member of the Executive Team, bringing a team of thirteen people to Orikan’s business. Peter Neale, Orikan Chief Executive Officer, cites strong synergies between the two businesses as a key driver for the acquisition. “UbiPark’s modern set of digital technologies complement our own, broadening our technology offering in the off-street parking segment. Alongside our July acquisition of GPS USA, the acquisition of UbiPark builds on our expansion into the US market. By joining forces with UbiPark we can offer our holistic, end-to-end parking solutions to even more communities, off-street operators and institutions across Australia, New Zealand, UK and the US.” In his new role, Mosstyn Howell says the agreement will be particularly beneficial to all customers. “Our strategic partnership with Orikan marks a pivotal step forward enhancing our capabilities and accelerating investment in our technology stack to deliver smarter, more seamless solutions for our customers.” The acquisition represents a further step in Orikan’s growth strategy, expanding regional reach, combining complementary capabilities, and enhancing the technology delivered to customers.

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Wilkes-Barre Expands SafetySticks to Keep Safety-Critical Zones Clear

The City of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania is expanding its SafetyStick® program after a successful first year of automated parking enforcement in high-risk curbside locations. What began as a small deployment of 10 devices downtown has grown into one of Municipal Parking Services’ flagship SafetyStick® programs, with the city now operating 42 units and planning to add 20 more in the coming months. The initiative focuses on illegal parking that creates safety hazards rather than routine meter enforcement. SafetySticks monitor handicap spaces, bus stops, fire hydrants, corners, commercial loading zones and other restricted areas where blocked access can put people at risk or slow emergency response. Proven Results in the First Year In a little over a year of operation, Wilkes-Barre’s SafetyStick® program has generated 9,883 citations for parking violations, uncovering the true scale of unsafe, previously under-enforced activity at key locations. Over that same period, the city received $126,135 in revenue from citations issued through the SafetyStick® program. Just as important as the revenue, city leaders report that citation volumes in the earliest deployment zones have begun to drop as drivers change their behavior. Fewer violations in those original locations suggest that motorists are learning to avoid unsafe stopping and parking where SafetySticks are installed, even as new devices are added in other areas. Expanding to School-Adjacent Corridors As the program has grown, Wilkes-Barre has pushed beyond the downtown core to address additional safety priorities and annoyance parking. New SafetySticks are being installed along Old River Road near Kistler Elementary School, where vehicles were previously parking on grassy areas and blocking sight lines when children were arriving and leaving. “By extending automated enforcement to school-adjacent corridors, the city aims to keep pick-up and drop-off zones clear and reduce risky driver behavior during the busiest times of day for pedestrians,” said Robert Sliker, head of parking enforcement. “We have parking enforcement officers, but they can’t be everywhere,” Mayor George Brown said in a recent interview with FOX56. A Safety-First Model for Other Cities Wilkes-Barre’s experience shows how cities can pair automated enforcement with a clear safety narrative to build public understanding and long-term compliance. Key elements of the city’s approach include: Starting with obvious safety hazards such as hydrants, corners, handicap spaces and bus stops to demonstrate why enforcement is needed. Using solar-powered, AI-enabled devices to provide continuous monitoring without major capital projects or added staff. Framing the program as a public safety initiative that protects residents, schoolchildren and emergency responders rather than a purely revenue-driven effort. Expanding in phases as results, community awareness and internal comfort with the technology grow. With dozens of devices already delivering strong results and additional SafetySticks on the way, Wilkes-Barre has become a leading example of how automated enforcement can improve safety, strengthen compliance and support city budgets at the same time. About Municipal Parking Services (MPS) Municipal Parking Services Inc. (MPS) is a pioneer in AI-driven enforcement and compliance technologies. Since 2013, MPS has leveraged its unique platform to deliver cloud-connected parking and safety solutions that reduce illegal parking, increase compliance, and improve safety outcomes. MPS solutions use embedded AI to automate license plate recognition, dynamic pricing, zone monitoring, and enforcement, creating safer, smarter communities. The company partners with leading safety organizations, including Vision Zero, IPMI, IACLEA, and IACP. Headquartered in Austin, Texas. Learn more at www.mpspark.com.

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Joby, Metropolis Announce Partnership to Develop 25 Vertiport Sites Across the U.S.

Santa Cruz, CA & Los Angeles, CA – Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced a partnership with Metropolis Technologies, Inc., a leader in applied AI for the real world, to develop 25 vertiports across the United States utilizing Metropolis’ extensive network of parking locations. The partnership will incorporate Metropolis’ AI-based recognition technology, as well the company’s extensive footprint across aviation and baggage services. Following its $1.5 billion acquisition of SP+, and $1.6 billion Series D financing, Metropolis is the largest parking network and operator in North America, operating more than 4,200 parking locations, as well as aviation services in over 350 locations. The planned vertiports will be strategically selected across Metropolis’ portfolio in early electric air taxi markets and use Metropolis’ computer vision technology; the companies will be evaluating both new and existing facilities for the integration of vertiports. “For air taxis to deliver on their promise of seamless urban travel, they must connect directly with the existing ground transportation ecosystem,” said JoeBen Bevirt, CEO and founder of Joby. “By leveraging existing parking infrastructure to create mobility hubs, we can deliver on our vision of seamless connectivity for our customers and also maximize the value of those sites without needing to build infrastructure from scratch.” The companies plan to leverage Metropolis’ world-class technology, including biometrics, broader computer vision and services like baggage handling, to accelerate Joby’s efforts to integrate its air taxi service directly into existing ground transportation hubs and deploy compact, high-throughput vertiport designs that satisfy safety and regulatory standards. Under its Bags Inc. subsidiary, Metropolis will initially bring its Bags VIP service to Joby’s Blade Urban Air Mobility, which provides flights between Manhattan and JFK or Newark airports in five minutes, bypassing up to two hours of traffic and eliminating common airport pain points. By providing baggage handling to Blade passengers in the New York City area, this partnership will remove friction and allow more people to take advantage of Blade’s service without needing to worry about luggage requirements. Metropolis already operates parking, advanced luggage logistics, remote check-in and in-terminal guest services that streamline the traveler experience across more than 350 airports in North America. Metropolis CEO, Alex Israel, commented on the partnership, “The real world is the next frontier for AI, and our partnership with Joby marks a critical first step in expanding the Metropolis platform into true mobility hubs to deliver remarkable value for Members and partners alike. This transformational partnership is the very definition of Applied AI in the physical world. We are taking the data and recognition capabilities we've built in our network and extending it to air travel, creating the seamless, personalized, and magical experience that is the foundation of the Recognition Economy.” About Joby Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) is a California-based transportation company developing an all-electric, vertical take-off and landing air taxi. Joby intends to both operate its fast, quiet, and convenient air taxi service in cities around the world and sell its aircraft to other operators and partners. To learn more, visit www.jobyaviation.com. About Metropolis Metropolis is an artificial intelligence company for the real world. Its Computer Vision platform eliminates friction from daily life, powers checkout-free payments and unlocks seamless, predictive and personalized experiences everywhere consumers transact. Metropolis is pioneering the Recognition Economy, transforming physical spaces into responsive environments with an Intelligence Layer that understands presence, anticipates needs and personalizes moments. Leveraging AI, Metropolis’ platform understands, adapts and responds to Members in real time. Adding more than 1 million Members each month, it is one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the United States and envisions a future where transacting in the real world is even easier than online. Following its take-private acquisition of SP+, Metropolis is now the largest parking network in the United States, with 4,200+ locations and operations in 40 countries worldwide. Its proprietary AI technology touches 50 million customers and processes over $5 billion in payments annually. To learn more, please visit www.metropolis.io. Forward-Looking Statements This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including but not limited to, statements regarding our business plan, objectives, goals and market opportunity; plans for, and potential benefits of, our strategic partnerships, including our partnership with Metropolis, our plan to develop 25 vertiports across the US and the planned partnership between our Blade Urban Air Mobility subsidiary and Bags VIP; and our current expectations relating to our business, financial condition, results of operations, prospects, capital needs and growth of our operations. You can identify forward-looking statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. These statements may include words such as “anticipate”, “estimate”, “expect”, “project”, “plan”, “intend”, “believe”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “can have”, “likely” and other words and terms of similar meaning in connection with any discussion of the timing or nature of future operating or financial performance or other events. All forward looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including: our ability to launch our air taxi service and the growth of the urban air mobility market generally; our ability to produce aircraft that meet our performance expectations in the volumes and on the timelines that we project; the competitive environment in which we operate; our future capital needs; our ability to adequately protect and enforce our intellectual property rights; our ability to effectively respond to evolving regulations and standards relating to our aircraft; our reliance on third-party suppliers and service partners; uncertainties related to our estimates of the size of the market for our service and future revenue opportunities; and other important factors discussed in the section titled “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 27, 2025, our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 8, 2025 and August 7, 2025, and in future filings and other reports we file with or furnish to the SEC. Any such forward-looking statements represent management’s estimates and beliefs as of the date of this release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change. Contacts: Metropolis Media Contact Lizzy Levitan Metropolis@hunt-gather.com Joby Media Contact Charles Stewart press@jobyaviation.com Joby Investor Contact investors@jobyaviation.com

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Julianne Wilhelm Joins EnSight Technologies As Director of Marketing

San Diego, CA — EnSight Technologies, a leading provider of parking, mobility, and smart-infrastructure solutions, announced the appointment of Julianne Wilhelm as its new Director of Marketing. Wilhelm is a highly respected marketing leader who brings deep experience in parking and mobility marketing. She joins EnSight from Flowbird America, where she served as Vice President of Marketing for the U.S. “We are thrilled to welcome Julianne to EnSight,” said Chris Scheppmann, Managing Partner of EnSight Technologies. “Her proven track record as a marketing strategist and leader, and deep knowledge of the parking industry, will be instrumental as we accelerate our growth and bring next-generation parking solutions to markets worldwide.” In her new role at EnSight, Wilhelm will lead the company’s global marketing strategy, overseeing brand development, go-to-market planning, customer communications, and demand generation across EnSight’s expanding portfolio of smart transportation and mobility software, parking guidance technology, and smart analytics platforms. “I’m honored to join EnSight at such a pivotal time,” said Wilhelm. “Since the company was founded in 2018, it has been working to transform the parking industry, helping it become smarter, more flexible, and customer-centric. I’m excited to help shape EnSight’s story and bring those solutions to parking owners, operators, and institutions on the forefront of the smart parking and mobility revolution.” EnSight Technologies is one of the parking and mobility industry’s most innovative and fastest growing companies. Since its founding as a parking guidance technology trailblazer, the company has grown to a smart parking and mobility leader providing the industry’s most advanced integrated systems encompassing parking guidance, EV-charging management, real-time analytics, and curb/curbside management. About EnSight Technologies EnSight Technologies is a parking technology company that has set out to simplify parking guidance with smart technology. EnSight’s smart, simple and scalable technology ecosystem provides a cost-effective parking guidance alternative to parking owners and operators of all sizes. The company can be found on the Internet at www.ensight-technologies.com. Media Contact: Bill Smith Smith Phillips Strategic Communications (603) 491-4280 bsmith@smith-phillips.com