About the 2025 S.T.E.P. Summit
The Fresno International Transportation Innovations / S.T.E.P. Summit 2025 is a global conference, assembling leaders in the transportation energy sector, along with policymakers, engineers, and advocates for sustainable transportation worldwide. The goal of the 2025 S.T.E.P. Summit is to promote innovations in sustainable transportation design, planning, and policy, focusing on alternative energy like hydrogen, biofuels, and electrification.
Why Attend?
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Network with regional and international transportation leaders with a shared goal of advancing sustainable transportation
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Attend technical sessions focused on hydrogen, biofuels, electrification, and general transportation
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Explore the Summit Industry Exhibition, showcasing innovative advanced technologies and clean energy vehicles
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Experience the FITI Summit's 1st Juried Art Exhibition in partnership with the Fresno Arts Council
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Participate in site tours to local state-of-the-art transportation facilities in the Central Valley
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Engage with academic research and K-12 projects focused on transportation innovation
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Attend the FITI 2025 S.T.E.P. Summit Awards
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AND MUCH MORE!
Meet the 2023 Keynote Speakers
Gil Peñalosa
President, Gil Peñalosa & Associates
Founder and Chair, Cities for Everyone
Chair, 8 80 Cities
Gil (Guillermo) Peñalosa is passionate about cities for all people. Because of his unique blend of experience, pragmatism, and passion, many cities worldwide seek his leadership and valuable advice. He has worked in over 350 cities. Gil is the Founder and Chair of the successful Canadian non-profit organization 8 80 Cities and founder of Cities for Everyone.
MBA, PhDhc, CSP
Ismail Zhody
Smart Mobility Program Manager,
City of Dubai, UAE
Dr. Ismail Zohdy, a distinguished smart mobility expert, holds an impressive portfolio showcasing over fifteen years of experience, spanning the USA, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates, in pioneering Intelligent Transportation Systems, Shared Mobility, Future Mobility modeling, Autonomous, and Connected Vehicles technology.
MBA, PhDhc, CSP
Daniel Sperling
Founding Director, ITS-Davis
Distinguished Blue Planet Prize Professor of Civil Engineering and Environmental Science and Policy
He held the transportation seat on the California Air Resources Board for 16 years and served as Chair of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies in 2015-16. He was inducted into the National Academy of Engineering in 2022 and won the 2018 Roy Crum Award from TRB, its highest research award, and the 2013 Blue Planet Prize from the Asahi Glass Foundation Prize.
PhD
2025 S.T.E.P. Summit
Committee Members
Dr. Aly Tawfik
Dr. Aly M. Tawfik is an Associate Professor of Transportation Systems Engineering and Founding Director of the Transportation Institute at California State University, Fresno. His area of expertise includes travel data and modeling, simulation, and optimization of individual travel behavior and transportation systems, where he has a particular passion for transportation sustainability and the future of transportation. Dr. Tawfik serves on local,national, and international transportation boards and committees. He is the author of many peer-reviewed publications, and has given keynote presentations at local, national and international venues
Nick Yovino
Nick is a private land use planning and development entitlement consultant.His company, INFILL 360, is located in Fresno, California, and serves the greater Fresno Metropolitan Area. Nick became involved in the City of Fresno Sister City Program at thirteen, spending several weeks in Munster, Germany,as an exchange student. Several years ago, due to his professional working relationship with the City of Fresno and his continued interest in international relations, Nick became interested in the Sister City Program again. For several years, Nick has proactively and progressively been involved in coordinating trips and exchanges and improving relations between Fresno and Munster.
Tony Molina
“Fresno’s first ever P.E.D.A.L. Summit is an exciting opportunity to highlight the transformative power of biking and walking for our local communities. [I’m] grateful to the Fresno State Transportation Institute, the Sister Cities’urban diplomacy initiative, and the cities of Fresno and Münster for providing this forum to discuss ways that bicycling can promote a healthier, more economically vibrant, and sustainable urban mobility future for Fresno and the region.” - Tony Molina2023
Laura Gromis
Laura Gromis is a dedicated leader and sustainability advocate, currently serving as the Chair of the Active Transportation Advisory Committee for the City of Fresno, CA, and as the Executive Director of the US Green Building Council Central California. With a career spanning over a decade in the San Joaquin Valley, Laura's work is focused on community outreach, education, advocacy, project management, and development. Her experience spans projects in the field of green building design and maintenance, active transportation, energy and climate-appropriate landscaping. She brings together various partners to drive improvements and create exposure for green practices, demonstrating her commitment to a collaborative and holistic approach.
Rebecca Kaaz
Rebecca Tanaka Kaaz, whose professional background includes several years in retail information technology, provides administrative support for the Institute.
Get the latest info about
Hydrogen, Biofuels
& Electrification in Transportation
Explore the forefront of transportation energy with experts and leaders driving innovations in hydrogen, biofuels, and electrification. This event isn’t just a conference but a hub for learning about the latest sustainable transportation technologies and solutions.
7 March
2025
S.T.E.P
Summit
S- Sustainable
T- Transportation
E- Energy
P- Progress
500+
Number of Attendees
25+
Sponsorships
50+
Speakers Engagement
Valdez Hall
Venue Details
Venue
Valdez Hall
Address
Valdez Hall, 702 M St, Fresno, CA 93721
Parking Lot
675 O St, Fresno, CA 93760
Sponsorship
Past
Sponsors
Investing in the 2025 S.T.E.P. Summit showcases your company's commitment to the future of transportation energy in the San Joaquin Valley and beyond. This event unites businesses and individuals dedicated to sustainable energy solutions, offering a stage to share successes and challenges while gaining high-profile, international recognition.
