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Discover the power of compassionate leadership in transportation policy through this TEDx talk by Amanda Eaken, Chair of the Board of Directors of San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency. Explore the challenges and rewards of co-creating transportation policies and projects with over 800,000 diverse and engaged citizens in one of the world's most vibrant cities. Gain insights into the importance of trust in government and its role in shaping effective urban planning. Learn from Eaken's extensive experience, including her work as Director of the Bloomberg Philanthropies' American Cities Climate Challenge and her leadership at the Natural Resources Defense Council. Understand how her approach to sustainability and equitable mobility choices has earned her recognition as a Top 100 Influencer and 40 Under 40 Business Leader. Delve into the intersection of urban planning, climate action, and community engagement in this thought-provoking 18-minute presentation.