On The Move
On the Move aims to give a voice to the incredible women in automotive technology, robotics, AI, autonomous, connected vehicles, and mobility at large. Hear stories firsthand from women in the trenches: engineers, founders, VCs, CEOs, academics, government leaders, and more. Tune in as they provide insight into the industry from challenges to success stories.
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On The Move
Allanté Whitmore: Putting Communities at the Center of Autonomy
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Allanté Whitmore, PhD is a mobility research leader focused on how emerging technologies are adopted and implemented in real-world contexts. With a Joint PhD in Civil & Environmental Engineering and Engineering & Public Policy, she brings a data-driven understanding of transportation systems, policy, and technology deployment ensuring innovation translates into meaningful public benefit.
As Director of Research & Social Impact at The PLUM Catalyst, Dr. Whitmore leads national studies, evaluations, and knowledge-building initiatives that shape how mobility solutions are planned, delivered, and scaled. She collaborates with public agencies, private partners, and community organizations to turn insight into action supporting more informed decisions, better outcomes, and stronger alignment between technology and the communities it serves.Best,
Beyond her research, Dr. Whitmore is the creator of The Whitmore Project, a powerful documentary chronicling her mother's journey through breast cancer and her triumphant final day of treatment. Learn more and watch at whitmoreproject.com.