ITS America Taps Kapsch Executive for Board Seat

Appointment brings tolling expertise to industry group focused on intelligent transportation technology

Mar. 12, 2026 at 12:03pm

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The Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America) has appointed JB Kendrick, President of Kapsch TrafficCom North America, to its Board of Directors. Kendrick's appointment underscores Kapsch's position at the convergence of tolling infrastructure and intelligent transportation, as the industry confronts the challenge of integrating safety, connectivity, and revenue systems.

Why it matters

ITS America is a leading industry group guiding policy priorities and advancing the deployment of intelligent transportation technology across the United States. Kendrick's appointment reflects the growing importance of integrating tolling and connected vehicle technologies to create safer, smarter transportation systems.

The details

As President of Kapsch's North American operations, Kendrick brings firsthand experience navigating international supply chain complexity and domestic regulatory mandates. In February 2026, Kapsch and the North Carolina Turnpike Authority launched the world's first production-level C-V2X tolling system, demonstrating that connected vehicle tolling has moved from aspiration to operational reality.

  • In February 2026, Kapsch and the North Carolina Turnpike Authority launched the world's first production-level C-V2X tolling system.
  • Kendrick joined Kapsch in 2017 and was appointed President of North America in 2021.

The players

JB Kendrick

President of Kapsch TrafficCom North America, a global transportation technology provider.

Intelligent Transportation Society of America (ITS America)

A leading industry group guiding policy priorities and advancing the deployment of intelligent transportation technology across the United States.

Kapsch TrafficCom

A globally renowned provider of transportation solutions for sustainable mobility, with successful projects in more than 50 countries.

North Carolina Turnpike Authority

The authority that partnered with Kapsch to launch the world's first production-level C-V2X tolling system.

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What they’re saying

“Transportation has always been a safety mission, and ITS is how we deliver on it at scale. I'm grateful for this opportunity to help shape how these tools are deployed - not just for revenue, but for the ambulance that needs a clear path, and the driver who needs a warning before they see the backup.”

— JB Kendrick, President, Kapsch TrafficCom North America

“JB's command of transportation operations, combined with her deep understanding of how tolling and connected vehicle technologies intersect, makes her an invaluable voice as we work to advance smarter, safer transportation systems. We're delighted to welcome her to the ITS America Board of Directors.”

— Laura Chace, President and CEO, ITS America

What’s next

Kendrick's appointment to the ITS America Board of Directors will help guide the organization's policy priorities and the deployment of intelligent transportation technology across the United States.

The takeaway

Kapsch's appointment to the ITS America Board of Directors underscores the growing importance of integrating tolling and connected vehicle technologies to create safer, smarter transportation systems that serve the needs of both drivers and public safety.