Commissioner Priya Jain, the newly appointed leader of the New Jersey Department of Transportation, joined IBTTA President Joi Taylor Dean for the second installment of the 2026 Mary Jane O'Meara Leadership Series. Drawing on more than three decades of experience across engineering, infrastructure, executive leadership, and public service, Commissioner Jain shared the pivotal career moments and leadership lessons that shaped her journey — and continue to guide her as she oversees one of the nation's most complex transportation systems.
The recorded webinar is below. Enjoy!
About the Series
The Mary Jane O'Meara Leadership Series honors the legacy of one of transportation's most respected leaders and spotlights individuals whose careers offer insights that resonate across our industry. Grounded in the President's theme — Driving What's Next: Investment. Impact. Influence. — the series explores the defining moments, leadership lessons, and experiences that shape today's transportation leaders.