Anthony Heyward

Anthony Heyward is an experienced transportation professional currently serving as the Director of Bus Operations at the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) since December 2024. In this role, Anthony demonstrates leadership in guiding the Bus Division towards achieving its vision and goals by managing bus operations, formulating policies, and overseeing service improvements. Previous positions include General Manager at RATP Dev USA, Operations Manager at National Express LLC, and Assistant Superintendent of Bus Service Operations at WMATA, where responsibilities included ensuring efficient and safe transit operations and leading teams to meet budgetary and operational goals. Anthony's career also includes experience as a Transportation Planner at Fairfax County Department of Transportation and a decade at First Transit in various roles, including Operations Manager, Safety and Training Manager, and Bus Operator. Anthony holds a Bachelor's degree in Health and Human Performance from Howard University and a Certificate in Organizational Leadership focused on Organizational Development.