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CDTA Announces New Leadership Team



ALBANY, NY (July 15, 2025) The Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) announced that effective Monday, July 14, it is implementing changes to its executive leadership team to support improvements in customer experience, drive innovation, advance sustainability goals, and promote organizational excellence.

Christopher Desany has been named Chief Operating Officer. Desany most recently served as Vice President of Planning and Infrastructure at CDTA and has been with the authority for 18 years. He has led the organization in strategic and service planning across the entire service area. He oversees all technology initiatives, including Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), ERP and scheduling systems, infrastructure, performance measurement, and project management. In addition, he manages CDTA’s operating and administrative facilities, train stations, parking structures, and shelters.

Jaime Kazlo has been named Chief of Staff. Kazlo most recently served as Director of Corporate Communications and has been with the authority for 11 years. She oversees internal and external communications, community engagement and Board relations. Kazlo currently serves as the Chairwoman of the American Public Transportation Association Marketing, Communications and Customer Experience Committee.

Patricia Cooper has been named Chief Financial Officer. Cooper most recently served as Director of Finance and has been with CDTA for 9 years. She has led financial functions, including planning and performance, grant management, budgeting, and policy development.

These leadership transitions reflect CDTA’s ongoing commitment to excellence in service to the Capital Region Communities CDTA serves. For more information about CDTA, please visit https://www.cdta.org

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About CDTA

CDTA is the premier mobility provider in the Capital Region, providing local, express, commuter and bus rapid transit services across its six-county service area. CDTA also operates the regional bike-share program, CDPHP Cycle! and carshare program, DRIVE. CDTA owns and operates the Joseph L. Bruno Rail Station and the Saratoga Springs Train Station. CDTA was named the 2017 Best Mid-Sized Transportation System in North America by the American Public Transportation Association.

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