FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PrePass Safety Alliance Names Ashley Simmons as Vice President of Policy and External Affairs
Veteran public affairs and transportation policy expert to lead strategic engagement and advocacy for commercial vehicle safety and efficiency
PHOENIX — July 14, 2025 — PrePass Safety Alliance, a nonprofit public-private partnership dedicated to improving commercial vehicle safety and efficiency, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Simmons as its new Vice President of Policy and External Affairs. In this strategic leadership role, Simmons will oversee the organization’s policy development, government and public affairs, and stakeholder engagement efforts as PrePass continues to make highways safer and more efficient through innovative, data-driven solutions.
Simmons is a seasoned communications and advocacy leader with a proven track record of helping organizations shape public policy, influence transportation technology deployment, and elevate thought leadership. She has held senior positions across the transportation, telecommunications, and technology sectors, serving as a trusted voice on public affairs and external engagement.
“Ashley’s deep expertise at the intersection of transportation, technology, and policy makes her an invaluable addition to our leadership team,” said Mark Doughty, President and CEO of PrePass Safety Alliance. “Her strategic insight and collaborative approach will be instrumental as we continue to advance data-driven safety and efficiency policy solutions for the commercial transportation industry at the both the state and federal level.”
Most recently, Simmons served as Deputy Director of the Coalition for Reimagined Mobility at the SAFE Foundation. There, she played a pivotal role in building the initiative from the ground up while leading operations, policy and public affairs, and multi-stakeholder engagement. In this capacity, she worked closely with senior policymakers to position the organization as a global thought leader in transportation innovation. Prior to this, she held leadership roles with the Telecommunications Industry Association, ITS America, and other key advocacy organizations.
Simmons is known for building trusted partnerships across sectors and navigating complex policy landscapes. Her appointment underscores the Alliance’s commitment to driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and leadership in transportation safety and compliance.
“I’m thrilled to join PrePass Safety Alliance at such a pivotal time for the industry,” said Simmons. “The Alliance has a long-standing reputation for improving highway safety and efficiency through technology. I look forward to working with our public and private sector partners and policymakers to shape forward-looking policy and drive collaboration that makes a difference on our roads.”
Simmons holds a Master of Arts in Media and Public Affairs from George Washington University and a bachelor’s in public communication and political science from Buffalo State University. She will be based in Washington, D.C. Her energy, expertise and strategic vision will be instrumental as the Alliance continues to convene government and industry stakeholders to advance safety and efficiency in commercial transportation.
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About PrePass Safety Alliance
PrePass Safety Alliance is a nonprofit public-private partnership of state agencies and trucking industry leaders devoted to the safe, secure, and efficient use of North America’s highway system. Through widespread deployment of PrePass® advanced technologies, the Alliance works to increase compliance in commercial vehicle operations while saving motor carriers time, fuel, and money. PrePass LLC, an Alliance subsidiary, is the operational entity for the PrePass program. To date, the Alliance has invested over $1 billion to deploy services that improve safety, reduce truck-related emissions, and preserve highway infrastructure. Learn more at PrePassAlliance.org
MEDIA CONTACT:
Ashley Simmons
Vice President, Policy and External Affairs
PrePass Safety Alliance
Ashley@prepassalliance.org | 202-341-9508