President - Don Thornton (University of Kentucky)

Donald A. Thornton, Director of Parking and Transportation Services, joined the University of Kentucky staff in 1970. He graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree. Don served on the UK Police department from 1970-1985 when he was selected as Director of Parking and Transportation Services. In addition to his duties as President of the MSTPA, he serves on the Board of Advisors of the International Parking Institute. Don formerly served on the Board of Directors of several parking associations, including the International Parking Institute, the Midwest Campus Parking Association and the Mid-South Parking Association. He is also a former President of the Midwest Campus Parking Association.

Vice President - Bobby Allen, CAPP (City of Huntsville, AL)

Bobby Allen has spent the last 32 years working for the city of Huntsville, Alabama. In addition to his duties as Parking Division Manager, Bobby serves as a board member for the City of Huntsville Advisory Committee on Handicapped Accessibility. He is a member of the International Parking Institute, and is a Certified Administrator of Public Parking (CAPP). Bobby and his wife have five children and two grandchildren. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, going to the beach, and watching Alabama football.

Treasurer - Cathy Duncan (Parking Authority of River City - Louisville, KY)

Cathy Duncan, Executive Administrator of Parking Authority of River City (PARC), has over twenty-five years experience in all areas of parking management. This experience is in both private and municipal operations. In her current position, Cathy is responsible for the overall management of a public corporation which oversees the development, financing, construction, and operation of off-street parking facilities. She has been a member of the International Parking Institute since 1996.

Secretary - Chrissie Balding Tune (University of Kentucky)

Chrissie Balding Tune, Marketing/Promotions Specialist, joined the University of Kentucky staff in 2004. She graduated from Ohio University in 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree. Chrissie spent two years an editor at Host Communications. She also worked in the Sports Information division of Ohio University Athletics for two years. Chrissie is currently pursuing a Masters of Arts in Communication at the University of Kentucky.

Director - David Gross (Parking Authority of River City - Louisville, KY)

David Gross, Sector Administrator for Parking Authority of River City (PARC), has worked in the industry for nearly a decade. He is responsible for the operations of seven parking structures totaling 4,592 spaces. David earned a Bachelor of Science at the University of Louisville. He is a graduate of the Central Parking System Management Training Program, and has been a member of the International Parking Institute. David is a retired Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel, with 28 years of service in the military.

Director - Mary Lynn Holloway (University of Tennessee)

Mary Lynn Holloway, Director of Parking and Transit Services at the University of Tennessee, is currently beginning her 35th year of service to the University. Her areas of expertise include parking, transit, special events, and fiscal management. Mary Lynn is also involved with the Knoxville Transit Authority, currently serving as Vice President. In the past, she has acted as President and Commissioner, the latter for 15 years. Mary Lynn is a member of several professional organizations, including the National Association for Female Executives, the American Association of University Women, and the International Parking Institute. In recognition of her achievements, Mary Lynn has been honored with the Chancellor’s Citation for Service and the Commission for Women’s Service award.

Director - Jennifer Tougas (Western Kentucky University)

Jennifer Tougas, Director of Parking and Transportation Services at Western Kentucky University, has been active in the parking industry for nearly a decade. She graduated from the University of Georgia in 1991 and 2001 with a Bachelor of Science degree and a Ph.D., respectively. Jennifer began her career as a Computer Services Specialist in Parking Services at the University of Georgia, where she eventually worked her way up to Assistant Manager. In 2004, she moved to Western Kentucky University, where she created the Parking and Transportation Services department. Jennifer is active in several professional organizations. In addition to serving on the MSTPA Board, she is the Vice-Chair of the T2 Systems Customer Advisory Board, and a member of the International Parking Institute. Jennifer is also a current Certified Administrator of Public Parking (CAPP) candidate.

Director - Ronnie Robertson (University of Alabama)

Ronnie Robertson has served as Director of Transportation Services at the University of Alabama for the past three years. Prior to that, he spent three years as Assistant Director, and 27 years on the Tuscaloosa police force. Ronnie graduated from the University of Alabama Law Enforcement Academy in 1973, and received his Bachelor of Science from Alabama the following year. In 1988, Ronnie graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy. Ronnie and his wife of 30 years, Mary Ann, have one daughter.

Member-at-Large - Liz Smith (THP Limited)

Liz Smith, Marketing Manager and a Principal with THP Limited, has been involved
in the parking industry for 20 years. She spent five years on the enforcement and
operations side of parking and then moved into the design and engineering side
when she was hired by THP, a structural engineering and parking consulting firm.
She has worked for THP for 15 years and likes to recall her parking services
experience when talking with clients. She has been a member of IPI for eight years.
Liz has actively served on other professional association boards in every board
member capacity, and on numerous committees.