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.

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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

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News

How to track Comet Leonard with online maps and live-position tools

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Unplug from work unless you want to end up like the dad in this darkly funny holiday short

Co.Design

The shameless ways companies used COVID-19 as a marketing tool

Sweden wants to reclaim the names behind Ikea’s toilet brushes and trash cans

This ingenious jacket dramatically increases your body temp with 30% less material

Work Life

Therapist Esther Perel has a new job at a VC fund

Want to be more productive? Try a fake commute

Fast Company Magazine

5 ways to facilitate casual encounters and serendipity in a hybrid office