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Parking Origin Stories: Scott Gould, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Parker Technology

Parking Origin Stories is a series about the personal stories of passionate parking professionals — how they arrived in parking, their journey from that first step until today, and everything that’s inspired them along the way. In this installment, we share the origin story of Scott Gould, the senior vice president of business development at […]

Stats and Spots: The Surprising Numbers Behind Parking and Mobility

By Katherine Beaty I recently attended a class about thinking beyond patterns in data, and it got me wondering about statistics. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Oh great, numbers. Wake me up when the pie charts start attacking.” But hear me out! Statistics aren’t just a bunch of random figures meant to confuse you. […]

Rewriting the Parking Narrative: Jobs, Innovation, and Public Perception

By Jade Neville The parking sector plays a critical role in urban mobility, yet it remains an industry often misunderstood by the public. Many people only think about parking when they receive a fine or struggle to find a space, creating a perception that can overshadow the broader purpose of the industry. This public perception […]

Why Parking Became Our Life’s Work

By Brian Wolff Nearly everyone you meet in parking didn’t declare as a 10-year-old that parking was going to be their life’s work. Yes, there are a few legacy parking companies with three and four generations of parking professionals, but most of us came to parking expecting to be here for a short time. And […]

Mental Health Awareness Month: Breaking the Stigma in the Workplace

By Clarena Tobon May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to opening conversations, increasing awareness, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental well-being. Although mental health is an essential part of overall wellness, it remains a sensitive topic in many workplaces. Employees may hesitate to speak up about stress, anxiety, or burnout for fear […]

Revitalizing Reimagined Parking

New CEO Rick West plans to restore the focus of Reimagined Parking while guiding the company through an evolving industry landscape. By Jay Landers Rick West, the newly appointed chief executive officer (CEO) of parking giant Reimagined Parking Companies, is no stranger to the parking industry. His career spans more than 3 decades, beginning with […]

Parking Innovation: Beyond Just Spaces

Parking operators have new opportunities to boost revenue with services like protection plans, parcel lockers, car washes, and peer-to-peer car rentals. By Jay Landers To stay competitive and maximize their assets, parking operators have innovative options to add value beyond simply providing a place to park. From offering insurance protection for parked vehicles to integrating […]

Stormwater Strategies for Sustainable Parking

Thoughtful parking lot design and maintenance can minimize stormwater runoff impacts and protect local waterways from harmful pollutants. By Stacy Wilson, Andrew Earles, and Jonathan Jones Proper stormwater management is an important consideration for parking lots and parking structures, from the stages of planning, design, and permitting, through construction, and during the long-term operation and […]

Charging Ahead With Confidence

Preparing a parking facility for electric vehicle charging requires a strategic power assessment to ensure sufficient electrical capacity and long-term scalability. By Jacob Gonzalez The transition to greater electric vehicle (EV) usage is accelerating, and institutions like universities, government agencies, and business complexes are increasingly recognizing the need to provide EV charging infrastructure. Among the […]

Port Angeles Paves the Way for Sustainable Parking

Port Angeles, Washington, transformed its East City Hall parking lot with low-impact design strategies, proving that sustainable stormwater solutions are possible even in challenging soil conditions. By Vince McIntyre Municipalities today face the dual challenge of maintaining and replacing aging hardscape while meeting current stormwater management and sustainability goals. To find a sustainable design for […]

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