MARTA Army Board of Directors
We hold monthly board meetings to discuss operations, finances, and future efforts.
Interested in joining the Organization and participating in Events, fundraisers, community cleanups, and research? Email us at Marta Army at: themartaarmy@gmail.com .
When and how did you get involved in MARTA Army?
During Summer 2015, I was contacted by MARTA Army's then "mastermind" Simon Berrebi. We discussed a project to post schedules at bus stops I was working on independently, named "TimelyTrip". At the time, the MARTA Army original leaders were looking for a launch initiative, and I thought joining forces would improve the chances for the bus stop schedule project to succeed, so I was admitted as a co-founder!
What projects have you been involved with in MARTA Army and what did you enjoy about working on them?
I maintain the software that powers MARTA Army's interactive maps and bus schedules and that supports Operations TimelyTrip and Bus Stop Census, almost a dream for transit computer nerds! As board treasurer, I make sure our spending stays in check, and I support initiatives that our other volunteers put together.
Share one of your favorite MARTA stories?
One morning, I ended up on the same bus to Alpharetta as 3 co-workers and 2 other acquaintances, it felt like a party! I love running into people I know while taking transit.
What do you enjoy doing when you are not working or volunteering?
I have a black belt in aikido, play the piano, and enjoy riding the bike.
Why are you are part of MARTA Army?
While many enjoy speculating about MARTA expansions, MARTA Army really encourages hands-on action to promote and improve our present transit system. Much work remains just to do that, whether it is bus stop amenities, transfer coordination, customer service, and more.
BiNh Dam
Board Member since 2015
When and how did you get involved in MARTA Army?
I was at the beginning of the conversations about a group that searched for low-cost, quick fix solutions to many of MARTA's issues in 2014.
Share one of your favorite MARTA stories?
I remember being at Riverdale Town Center when the Clayton County MARTA vote passed in 2014. It was such a joyous occasion in celebration of one of many more victories in expanding public transit.
Why are you are part of MARTA Army?
I am a transit rider who wants to create a space for other transit riders to improve the lived experience of alternative transportation. I wouldn't trade this position for anything else in the world.
Bakari Height
Co-Founder and Board Member since 2015
My name is Brian Sumlin, and I am an Atlanta Resident in the district 12 in Southwest Atlanta in Capitol View. Being an Atlanta native and suburban experience in South Fulton neighborhoods such as East Point, Union City, and Fairburn, I was able to graduate in 1999 from a North Fulton school North Springs with experience in College preparatory.
The next steps in my earlier career, was serving in the US Navy specializing in Engineering in numerous departments both ashore and abroad.
Returning home after tenure, I transitioned into Atlanta’s Hospitality industry with my portfolio primarily based in Downtown Atlanta in the hospitality and Property management sector and currently serving in.
After graduating in 2020 with a Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology from DeVry University, I begun to see interest in my new hobby by participating in the operations of neighborhoods and contribute into some community development to include engagement. Over the years, I have served as NPU Transportation chair, currently serving as NPU Secretary (2026), also serve on the Murphy’s Crossing stakeholders committee, and the Moving Atlanta Forward Committee in the CIty of Atlanta.
Brian Sumlin
Board Member since 2023
Nick Mulkey is a veteran community/economic development professional with over 10 years of experience. He earned his B.S. in Public Policy with a concentration in Economic Development and Planning from Georgia State University. He is committed to advancing systems of equity and progressive urbanism here in Atlanta as he believes that this is the best way to improve society and ensure prosperity for all. In his spare time, he writes screenplays and is an avid gamer.
NICK MULKEY
Board member since 2023
Don Gardner is a new Atlanta resident with a deep love of transit. He works in healthcare administration for R1RCM. In his free time, he enjoys long walks exploring the Atlanta Metro, board games, dancing, & reading.
DON GARDNER
Board member since 2026
Scott Morris is a "born n' bred" resident of Atlanta and lifelong MARTA user. He is a historian and environmental planner with experience in transportation planning. Scott enjoys helping communities document and interpret their significant historic resources.
SCOTT MORRIS
Board member since 2023
Tyler Logan is from Atlanta and has been a lifelong fan of MARTA. He has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Georgia College & State University. Professionally Tyler works for McLean Engineering supporting rural electric utilities across the country. In his free time Tyler enjoys running and cycling around Atlanta and the greater metro area.
TYLER LOGAN
Board member since 2023
As a born and raised resident of Atlanta, my interest in our city’s public transportation is particularly close to my heart. I’ve seen how increasingly important MARTA has become, as the city continues to grow and densify.
While MARTA has become increasingly more critical to meet the transportation needs of residents and visitors alike, the broad support for MARTA to remain in good operations has not always matched its crucial place in the transportation network of Atlanta.
We see many MARTA trains and buses operating at less than desired frequencies, train stations in need of more cleanings, bus stops without shelters, service cuts, and overcrowded trains during sporting events. MARTA has addressed many of these concerns that the public faces, with its recent 2026 NextGen Bus Network Redesign - which includes faster frequencies and Georgia’s first BRT lanes, among other solutions, and new trains are coming into service within 2026. However, there still remains a gap between the public’s needs and MARTA’s deliverables.
MARTA Army is in the position to close this communication gap between the public and MARTA, so that the residents and visitors to Atlanta can use the public transportation of tomorrow that they dream of today.
This is why I interned at GDOT in 2017 with the Office of Utilities, worked at a rail consulting firm outside of D.C. in 2022-2023, and currently am at GDOT again in the Office of Planning - so that I can be apart of a future where MARTA is the best it can be for today’s and tomorrow’s needs through working at MARTA Army.
WINSTON CHU
Board member since 2026