Oregon's TriMet appoints first chief of strategy and planning

Oregon – Claire Khouri has been appointed as TriMet’s first chief of strategy and planning. Khouri brings more than two decades of public policy and tactical build out experience to the position. She left her previous role with Sound Transit in Seattle as deputy executive director of portfolio management and integrity to join TriMet. Her first day with TriMet was Nov. 27, 2024.

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