CARLSBAD, Calif., August 18, 2026 — Neology, a leading provider of tolling, mobility, and vehicle identification solutions, today announced that Joe Averkamp, Advisor to the CEO at Neology, will play a prominent role at the Express Lanes Workshop 2026, taking place September 1-2 in Northern Virginia. The invite-only workshop brings together express lanes operators, public agencies, and industry leaders to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping the future of managed lanes.
Averkamp will participate in Session 4: Express Lane Operations, sharing insights from decades of industry experience, and will moderate Session 5: HOV Enforcement, guiding a discussion on technologies and strategies that help agencies improve compliance, efficiency, and public confidence in managed lane programs.
Recognized as a pioneering voice in tolling and transportation technology, Averkamp has extensive experience in the development and deployment of automated enforcement solutions for HOV and managed lane systems. His expertise has helped agencies implement innovative approaches that support accurate occupancy verification, improve operational performance, and enhance the customer experience.
“Managed lanes continue to evolve as a critical mobility solution, and agencies are increasingly looking for ways to optimize operations while maintaining public trust,” said Averkamp. “I’m looking forward to engaging with industry leaders on both the operational challenges facing express lanes today and the role that modern enforcement technologies can play in supporting program success.”
The Express Lanes Workshop is designed as a collaborative forum for transportation professionals to exchange lessons learned and discuss practical solutions related to express lane operations, enforcement, tolling technologies, pricing strategies, and future mobility initiatives.
Neology’s participation reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to advancing technologies that help transportation agencies improve mobility, increase operational efficiency, and deliver better outcomes for roadway users.