Anthony Foxx

Most Creative People 2014

Anthony Foxx

U.S. Secretary of Transportation

For (finally!) modernizing how we get from here to there

As the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Foxx has embraced technology, modernizing how the agency operates and how we travel. He fast-tracked approval of electronic devices on planes, making him an instant hero to road warriors everywhere. The former Charlotte mayor (and its youngest, elected at 38) also invited techies to use the agency's data to create a host of new consumer apps to improve how we get around.

Anthony Foxx On The Web

Stories about Anthony Foxx

Lyft wants to be a better neighbor

The ride-hailing company is setting up a $50 million fund called Lyft City Works to pay for projects like discounted rides for the homeless and better bike infrastructure–and a series of local councils who will help them direct the money.

Lyft wants to be a better neighbor

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The Future Of America’s Roads: Smart Streets, Cars That Communicate

Population growth paired with a lack of “appetite for investment” in transportation systems means big challenges for Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. His solution? Creativity, cars that talk to each other, and a data innovation challenge.

The Future Of America’s Roads: Smart Streets, Cars That Communicate

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How The Government Is Working To Take Some Of The Misery Out Of Flying

Using your smartphone or tablet during takeoffs and landings is just the beginning.

How The Government Is Working To Take Some Of The Misery Out Of Flying

U.S. Pushes Ahead on “Talking Cars” Equipped with Crash-Avoidance Systems

A proposal before the administration is expected to arrive in early 2017, before President Obama leaves office.

U.S. Pushes Ahead on “Talking Cars” Equipped with Crash-Avoidance Systems

Impact

This nonprofit will use big data to fight voter suppression in the midterm elections

This startup makes carbon-neutral, high-protein pasta from fungi

How several states are taking the lead on restoring overtime pay

News

Tech CEOs who are reaping gigantic paydays could face investor fury this week

Employees are still afraid to discuss mental health at work

Financial stress is almost universal: Here’s how it affects you most

Co.Design

This futuristic office was designed for 5,000 people—and 100 robot coworkers

COVID-19 relaxed red tape in cities. Then the bureaucracy returned

American Eagle exec: The supply chain is broken. Here’s how to fix it

Work Life

This is why you should play games at work. And no, it’s not ‘mandatory fun’

Today’s interns are tomorrow’s employees. This is how leaders can help them thrive

Taking a career hiatus is now perfectly okay