The California Transit Training Consortium (CTTC) announced the appointment of Mark Hollenbeck as Vice Chair of its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Hollenbeck brings more than three decades of experience across the North American transit bus industry to support CTTC’s mission of strengthening the transit workforce through innovative, cost-effective technical training.
Hollenbeck joined Complete Coach Works (CCW) in 2024 as Manager of Business Development, where he partners with transit agencies across North America to deliver sustainable fleet solutions, including full bus refurbishment, accident repair, leasing, used bus sales, and battery-electric bus conversions. His career began in bus sales at Metrotrans Corporation in the 1990s, followed by two decades at Bobit Business Media as Associate Publisher for School Bus Fleet and Metro Magazine. He later served as West Coast Sales Director for Proterra, promoting electric vehicle technology, and as Sales Director for WideSense, a transit solutions and EV fleet transitions software company.
The transit industry is undergoing rapid transformation driven by zero-emission mandates, emerging technologies, and evolving workforce needs. As agencies accelerate battery-electric adoption and evaluate next-generation systems, effective training becomes critical for new zero-emission platforms and supporting infrastructure, as well as proven sustainable power-drive solutions. CTTC remains committed to helping members balance this transition by delivering training that supports cutting-edge technologies while strengthening foundational skills across alternative fuels and lower-emission propulsion strategies.
“Mark’s career reflects the breadth of experience and future-focused perspective our industry needs,” said CTTC leadership. “As Vice Chair, he will help strengthen collaboration across transit agencies, education, and industry partners—supporting training that keeps pace with advancing technologies while meeting today’s operational realities.”
“As the industry accelerates toward zero-emission fleets and increasingly complex systems, training becomes a critical success factor,” said Hollenbeck. “I’m honored to serve as Vice Chair and support CTTC’s work to equip transit professionals with the skills and confidence to maintain, operate, and lead through change.”
In addition to delivering technical training for transit professionals statewide, CTTC supports the next generation of technicians through the James A. Ditch Education Fund. This year, CTTC awarded $17,250 in scholarships to 12 California students pursuing careers in the automotive field, helping reduce barriers to education and strengthen the talent pipeline. In total, the fund has awarded scholarships to support students across California pursuing technical careers aligned with transit maintenance and emerging vehicle technologies.
CTTC’s Board of Directors includes representatives from public transit agencies, academia, and private industry partners who guide the consortium’s priorities and support expanded access to high-impact training for CTTC members across California. More information about CTTC is available at https://cttc.com.
