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The American Bus Association Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing the group travel industry through research, education, and programs that foster a safer, more sustainable, and inclusive future.

Scholarships

Supporting Tomorrow’s Travel Leaders

Since 1995, over $1 million in scholarships have helped students pursue careers in travel, tourism, and transportation—empowering the next generation of industry leaders.

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Areas of Focus

Gathering Insights, Accelerating Growth

Industry Insights

Explore in-depth motorcoach industry research, from census data and regional economic impact to intercity bus trends and quarterly sales across the U.S. and Canada.

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Social and Economic Contributions

Examine the role of the motorcoach industry in providing access to both rural and urban communities, and how federal subsidies support the industry.

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Societal Impact and Resilience

Learn about the societal impact and resilience of the motorcoach, group travel, and tourism industries, including analysis of the effects of COVID-19 on industry dynamics.

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Environmental and Technological Advancements

Research the environmental impact and technological advancements of the motorcoach, group travel, and tourism industries, including emissions data for various modes of transportation.

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Featured Reports

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Other Ways to Support

Annual Investing

Fund research, advocacy, and scholarships that keep the industry strong year after year.

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Legacy Funds

Establish a scholarship or research fund that supports future leaders and innovation.

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Cornerstone Society

Join major donors whose contributions secure the Foundation’s long-term vitality.

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Marketplace Donations

Turn one week at Marketplace into a year of impact through auctions, raffles, and donations.

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2026 Board of Directors

  • President (non-voting): Fred Ferguson, President & CEO, American Bus Association
  • Chair: Tom JeBran, President, Trans-Bridge Lines Inc.
  • Vice-chair: John H. Percy, Jr., President & CEO, Destination Niagara USA
  • Douglas D. Anderson, President, Anderson Coach & Travel
  • Ronald R. Bast, Chairman, GO Riteway Transportation Group
  • Eugene J. Berardi, Jr., President & CEO, Adirondack Trailways
  • Peter Borowsky, President, Starr Bus Charter & Tours
  • Michael Casillas, National Sales Manager – Tour & Travel, Hard Rock Cafe International (USA) Inc.
  • Bryan Cole, President, Super Holiday Tours
  • Greg Dotson, CTIS, CSTP, Director, Group Sales & Marketing, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
  • Jeff Goldwasser, Sales REpresentative, Amaya Astron Seating
  • Adam Hall, Director of Corporate Sales, John Hall’s Alaska
  • Sara B. Hamlin, Vice President of Tourism, Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau
  • Brad Henton, Director of Museum Sales and Guest Experience, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
  • Tara Hippensteel, National Director of Tourism, City Cruises
  • Matt Hotchkiss, Senior Vice President /  Bus Division Manager, Wells Fargo Equipment Finance
  • Patricia Kenner, President, Campus Coach Lines
  • Colleen Laird, Senior Director of Youth Sales & New Ventures, Universal Orlando Youth Programs
  • Brent Maitland, VP, Private Sector – MCI / New Flyer, Motor Coach Industries
  • John R. Meier, Executive Vice President, Badger Coaches Inc.
  • Mike Power, Director – Marketing & Brand, Prevost
  • Karen Sanders, General Manager, Bus Supply Charters Inc./BSCI Tour & Travel
  • Kate Scopetti, Owner & President, MARS Tours and Companies
  • Pete Smith, Director of Sales, Smoky Mountain Resorts / Liberty Tours
  • Francis Tedesco, President, Academy Bus LLC
  • Suzanne Thornburg, President & CEO, Capital Motor Lines Inc. / Capital Trailways (Alabama)
  • Brenda Wordelman, Senior Vice President- Midwest/Southwest Sales, ABC Companies
  • Lew Myers, Director of Government Relations & Research, American Bus Association
  • Ben H. Rome, Senior Director of Content, American Bus Association