James Morrell celebrated both his retirement and birthday with a special lunchtime party at the MTC on Friday, August 22. Over his impressive 37-year career at the NFTA, James held various key leadership roles, most recently serving as the Director of Public Transit. Interestingly, he began and concluded his time at the NFTA on his birthday.

During his time at the NFTA, James attended various industry, leadership, and training conferences across the country. He proudly showcased the lanyards he collected from these events, each one a happy reminder of the wonderful experiences and connections he made along the way.

During the celebration, our Executive Director, Kim Minkel, delivered a heartfelt tribute to James, highlighting his achievements and the positive impact he has had on many people, as reflected in the remarkable turnout for the celebration. His wife and daughter were also present to join in the festivities.