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MARTA to interview shortlist for permanent CEO
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· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway The transit agency has been without a permanent CEO since last summer when Collie Greenwood stepped down.
MARTA's Board of Directors is moving forward with the process of selecting a new chief executive officer. The board will interview three finalists for the position on Monday. The transit agency has been without a permanent CEO since last summer when Collie Greenwood stepped down.
Jonathan Hunt has been serving as Interim CEO since September and has expressed interest in remaining in the role. Further details about the selection process and the finalists are available from Atlanta News First. The board is expected to make an announcement about the new CEO at a meeting next week.
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Category: government Published: August 10, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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