The International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI) is the largest community for parking, transportation, and mobility professionals in the world. We welcome you to our community, where you will have access to best-in-class learning, a powerful network, and tools you need for success.
Meet Mobi, your AI Assistant for all things parking and mobility.
Mobi the Parking Unicorn is the IPMI Parking & Mobility AI Assistant, ready to help you find answers to your most pressing parking, transportation, and mobility questions. Mobi has been trained using the valuable content, resources, and data that IPMI offers its members, and can help your parking and mobility operation thrive.
IPMI offers all the resources of the world’s largest parking, transportation, and mobility association, coupled with the benefits of close-knit community.
IPMI members maximize their access to our unparalleled network and community of parking, transportation, and mobility professionals and organizations.
Research, Trends, & Industry News
With cutting edge-research and publications, members gain the information and expertise they need to streamline and advance their operations.
Education & Advancement
Learning opportunities include in-person events like the annual Conference & Expo and Leadership Summit, live virtual events, a comprehensive library of on-demand courses, and certificates and credentials.
When examining the funding and finances of today’s parking, transportation, and mobility operations, one thing becomes clear: the financial conversation is no longer just about operations. Investment, strategy, and the industry’s future are all driving the money conversations.
The March/April 2025 issue of Parking & Mobility focuses on sustainable practices making moving cleaner and smarter in the parking & mobility industry.
Accredited Parking Organization (APO) is a designation for parking, transportation, and mobility organizations that have achieved a comprehensive standard of excellence.
IPMI offers industry-leading certification that places those who earn the designations as the leaders of the profession. The PTMP® credential is respected worldwide as the leading parking and mobility credential.
Conference & Expo
The IPMI Conference & Expo brings together professionals representing every level of experience and segment of the parking, transportation, and mobility industry. The event delivers four days of exceptional education, the largest display of parking- and mobility-specific technology and innovations, networking, and the opportunity to connect with a global community – to advance the industry.
On-Site Training
Employees are an organization’s most valuable asset. An investment in staff training and education brings a high rate of return in job performance and satisfaction.
IPMI offers custom, agency-specific trainings on these topics for your staff. Our training team is made up of industry veterans who can help your organization soar.
Parking Enforcement & Compliance Professional (PECP®) is the next step in your career path as a parking enforcement professional.
Virtual Education
Virtual education includes live online training in the form of webinars, Frontline training , and instructor-led learning courses. IPMI also offers a robust online library for on-demand learning.
Don’t take our word for it. Hear it from our members.
IPMI values each voice, and works to fill the specific needs of each individual member of our community.
“IPMI has been so much more than just a membership. I’ve had the opportunity to learn, grow professionally, and gain access to a wide breadth of parking, transportation, and mobility professionals. The ability to resource and collaborate with some top leaders in progress and innovation has been invaluable. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the industry, there is something for everyone.”
Jodi Hart, CPA, CFE, PTMP /
Chief Financial Officer, Public Parking Authority of Pittsburgh
“Being a member of IPMI has played such an important part in advancing my professional career and developing leadership skills. Whether it’s obtaining highly regarded certifications, continued learning of industry trends, or having the opportunity to present on technical and workplace matters, IPMI has created an environment to move our industry forward. One of the most meaningful benefits of the membership is being a part of the diverse network of connections and partners!”
Mark Santos, PE, PTMP /
Director of Operations, Walker Consultants
“Joining IPMI is like finding the VIP parking spot in a crowded lot—it’s where the best connections and ideas come together. It’s been my go-to for staying ahead of industry trends and meeting the people who keep the parking world moving.”
Kathleen Laney, MS /
President & Executive Search Consultant, Laney Solutions
“IPMI has been transformative for my career development, connecting me with mentors and industry leaders who challenged me to push beyond my comfort zone. Through this invaluable network, I’ve gained the confidence to make bold decisions and stay ahead of emerging technologies. The exposure to innovative vendors, peer insights, and cutting-edge solutions has strengthened my credibility with administration and enhanced my ability to drive meaningful change in parking and transportation operations.”
Tanara Teal-Tate /
Executive Director, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
“Through IPMI, I have gained confidence by building connections, exploring career development opportunities and being part of a supportive community. As a young female professional, seeing the many talented women who have paved—and are paving—the way has shown me the possibilities ahead. I leave each convention, training session and committee meeting with new ideas, feeling energized and committed to the future of the parking and mobility industry.”
Nancy Kobielski /
Business Services and Communicaitons Manager, University at Buffalo
