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DART names Nathaniel Ford Sr. as its next president and CEO
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from NBC5 DFW
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
Dallas Area Rapid Transit has chosen a veteran public transportation executive with decades of experience to lead the North Texas agency into its next chapter. The DART Board of Directors announced Tuesday that Nathaniel P. Ford Sr. has been selected as the agency’s next president and chief execu...
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Key takeaway Ford has served as chief executive officer of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority in Florida since 2012.
Why this matters in The Dallas
The selection of Nathaniel Ford Sr. as DART's next president and CEO brings a seasoned transportation executive to the helm of the agency, which plays a critical role in the daily lives of North Texans. As the region continues to grow and urbanize, effective public transportation will be essential to managing congestion and providing mobility options for residents. Ford's experience in leading transit agencies in other major cities, including San Francisco and Atlanta, will be valuable in addressing the unique challenges faced by DART, such as integrating transit systems and managing the impact of flooding and extreme weather events on transportation infrastructure. His background in organizational transformation will also be important as DART navigates the evolving needs of the region and works to improve its services to the people of Dallas and the surrounding cities.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: NBC5 DFW ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Dallas Area Rapid Transit has chosen a veteran public transportation executive with decades of experience to lead the North Texas agency into its next chapter. The DART Board of Directors announced Tuesday that Nathaniel P. Ford Sr. has been selected as the agency’s next president and chief execu...
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