Rooted in the Garden State: Built for the Long Haul

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop- Executive Director Curt Macysyn welcomes a new guest, Courtney Villani, Owner of Villani Bus Company, and New Jersey School Bus Contractors Association (NJSBCA) President. Courtney kicks off the episode by reflecting on her professional journey and what it means to lead a third-generation family business celebrating 107 years of service. Curt and Courtney discuss the core values that guide Villani Bus Company and how they are upheld in daily operations, while also exploring the challenges facing school bus operators today. The duo then examine how to approach leadership and problem-solving in a demanding industry. Courtney offers insight into her day-to-day responsibilities as a company owner and what drives her to keep leading through adversity. Curt and Courtney dive into some of the lessons learned from her role as President of the New Jersey School Bus Contractors Association (NJSBCA), and why listeners should get involved. Shifting to a conversation on New Jersey culture, Curt and Courtney share their favorite local foods as Jersey natives and weigh in on the classic debate: Pork Roll or Taylor Ham. The episode wraps up with where listeners can learn more about Villani Bus Company. Become a podcast subscriber and don't miss an episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Vendor Partners should reach out to us to take advantage of our comprehensive advertising package that reaches your target audience - student transportation professionals!