Join MCBOA as we partner with ABA
for BISC & BusMARC in Minneapolis
This year, MCBOA is proud to partner with the American Bus Association (ABA) to bring their nationally recognized BISC & BusMARC Summer Meeting to Minneapolis, August 19–21, 2025 – and you’re invited!
This special event will replace MCBOA’s traditional summer maintenance meeting, giving MCBOA members full access to expanded safety and compliance sessions, hands-on maintenance education, peer learning, and a powerful national network — all right here in our home state.
MCBOA Members Get ABA Member Pricing –
Even if you're not an ABA member, your MCBOA membership unlocks discounted registration rates for this national event!
Highlights Include:
- Sessions led by industry experts on compliance, safety, and maintenance best practices
- A multi-hour TSA-led cybersecurity exercise
- Networking opportunities with operators and vendors nationwide
- MCBOA Welcome Reception at the Host Hotel on August 20
Let’s show ABA and all national attendees the strength of the Minnesota motorcoach community. Join us, participate, and help us welcome the industry to Minneapolis!
REGISTER FOR BISC / BusMARC
Agenda
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 - 2:00 p.m. Pre-Event Orientation
ABA will host a virtual orientation on August 12 to help prepare attendees for the upcoming BISC & BusMARC Summer Meetings, taking place August 19–21, 2025, in Minneapolis, MN.
The session will include an overview of each program, highlight the BISC–BusMARC Mentor Program, and provide any last-minute updates. It’s especially helpful for first-time attendees.
Expect a rundown of the session formats, networking opportunities, and tips on how to make the most of your time at the event.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
(Breakfast on your own)
| 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
General Session & Super Session I: TSA Vehicle Ramming Table Top Exercise - BISC
TSA works with industry partners to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities and improve security through collaborative efforts including intelligence briefings, exercises, assessments, and on-site reviews. Through the Intermodal Security Training and Exercise Program (I-STEP), TSA provides the highway motor carrier community with exercises, training, and security planning tools to strengthen company security plans, policies, and procedures.They also provide Baseline Assessment and Security Enhancement (BASE) reviews to assess vulnerabilities.
- Welcome & Introductions
- Intelligence Briefing
- Exercise Overview
- Pre-Incident/ Post-Incident
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| 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
BISC Lunch Buffet |
| 1:00 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. |
General Session & Super Session II: FMCSA Update - BISC
– Cliff Willey, Administrator
– Roger Lutz
– Jesse Elison
– Derek Barrs (Invited)
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| 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Networking Break |
| 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Concurrent Education Sessions - BISC |
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Using Telematics to Assist in Driver Coaching
– Matt Maglio, Greyhound Lines
– Nick Holmberg, Samsara
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Driver Recruitment: Do Less Task / Give More Love
– Scott Rea, Avatar Fleet
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CVSA Update on Changes to the OOS Criteria
– Jeremy Disborow, CVSA
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| 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Networking, Facility Tour & Happy Hour Reception - BISC:
ABC Companies (Faribault Facility)
1506 30th St NW
Faribault, MN 55021
Transportation Provided by Greyhound Lines & Flixbus |
| After 7:00 p.m. |
Dinner on your own |
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
(Breakfast on your own)
| 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. |
Concurrent Education Sessions - BISC |
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Safety Director 101 – Safety Management Cycle
– Mike McDonal, Saucon Technologies
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Road to Recruitment: Strategies for Driver Hiring and Retention
– Sally Mazur, Greyhound Lines
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| 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
Networking Break |
| 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Concurrent Education Sessions - BISC |
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Safety Director 201: Safe Practices for Motor Vehicle Operations (Introducing ASSP/ANSI Z15.1-2024)
– Alan Mar, Graham Company
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How the Bus Industry Can Combat Human Trafficking
– Lexi Higgins, Truckers Against Trafficking
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Audits – “Here They Come:” Preparing for FMCSA, IFTA, DOL, Your Insurance Company or Others
– Jeff Shanker, Black Tie Transportation
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| 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
Networking Break |
| 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Closing General Session – Mentor Office Hours/Best Idea Contest - BISC |
| 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. |
BusMARC Lunch Buffet |
| 1:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
New ATRI Research Addresses Shortage of Qualified Diesel Techs
– Dr. Alex Leslie |
| 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
Maintenance Roundtable: Cost-Effective Maintenance Solutions for Small Fleets - BusMARC
– All OEMs: ABC, MCI, Prevost, Temsa |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
Concurrent Education Sessions - BusMARC |
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In-House vs. Outsourcing Maintenance
– Pat Wolff, ABC Companies
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Using Cameras to Boost Fleet Safety and Security
- Ryan Hoffman, Eyeride
- Avi Cohen, DC Trails
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| 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Concurrent Education Sessions - BusMARC |
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The Latest and Greatest in HVAC & Multiplexing
– Robert Hitt, Prevost
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E-DVIR Updates, New Developments and Capabilities
– Panel: Ben Kopp, Coach USA
– Mike McDonal, Saucon Technologies
– Louis Hotard, Hotard Coaches
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| 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Concurrent Education Sessions - BusMARC |
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Maximizing the Lifespan of Motorcoach Parts
– Manny Reggio, TEMSA
– Neil Wells, TEMSA
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Is Your Preventative Maintenance Program Up to Date with Your Vehicles and Your Mission?
– Dave Mailhot, MCI
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| 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Welcome Reception hosted by MCBOA - BusMARC
The Boundary Waters Area @ Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
MCBOA thanks its cocktail reception sponsors:
Bridgestone Fleet Care • MCI • PAX Training • Prevost
TEMSA • Transportation Advisors • United Bus Sales |
| After 7:00 p.m. |
Dinner on your own |
Thursday, August 21, 2025
(Breakfast on your own)
| 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
BusMARC Site Visits |
REGISTER FOR BISC / BusMARC
Interested in sponsoring the Welcome Reception?
To sponsor the MCBOA Welcome Reception at the Boundary Waters Area on August 20th, please Contact Vicki Bowman, Executive Director of MCBOA.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
BOOK HOTEL
For reservations, use the link above or call 612-370-1234. The Group Code to receive the $209 special rate is G-BUS5.
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