Jean Velez is a highly skilled and experienced program development and urban mobility policy expert. With over 15 years of experience, he has lead the development of various transportation initiatives throughout the world. His expertise is in the development of bus, bus-rapid transit (BRT), and rail systems. Velez also has an extensive knowledge of business development and has garnered himself a reputation for being adept at creating new client relationships and strengthening existing ones. His most notable work includes leading the development of King County Metro's Innovative Mobility Program, which included a program vision, policy agenda and a set of strategic focal priorities.

Velez's educational background is in Civil Engineering and International and Area Studies, both of which he studied at the University of California, Berkeley. He also holds a Master's degree in City Planning with a focus on Transportation Policy and Planning from the same university.

Jean Velez's career spans across various organizations, such as the California Air Resources Board, Independent Consultant, Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates, and King County Metro Transit. He has also worked closely with The World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank.

Overall, Velez is a visionary leader in the urban mobility industry. His expertise in policy and program development is unmatched, and he is considered to be one of the leading pioneers in the industry.