Brett J. U.

Brett J. U. is an experienced leader in operations, safety, and engineering within the transportation sector. Currently serving as the Director of Operations and Regulatory Practices at Metro-North Railroad, Brett oversees all regulatory and compliance activities for the Operating Division and developed the 246 Signal Employee Certification Program. In addition, Brett holds key positions in various organizations, including Board Member at New York Operation Lifesaver and Chair of the Passenger Rail Equipment Safety Standards Policy & Planning Committee at the American Public Transportation Association. Previous roles include Director of Operational Safety at Amtrak, where Brett led safety engineering and risk management efforts, and Control Room Supervisor at Entergy, showcasing a strong background in safety and engineering across diverse industries. Brett possesses multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Science in Nuclear Engineering from Penn State University and is currently pursuing further studies in Civil/Railway Transportation Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.