COMET CEO named vice president of state transit board

The top executive of a Midlands transit organization has been named to a leadership role with a state association board of directors.

The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority has revealed in a news release that Executive Director/CEO Maurice Pearl has been elected vice president of the board of directors for the Transportation Association of South Carolina. The election took place earlier this month, with Pearl being selected to serve a two-year term alongside other newly elected officers.

“I am honored to serve the transportation community across South Carolina in this new capacity,” said Pearl in the release. “TASC plays a vital role in advocating for public transportation throughout our state, and I look forward to working with fellow board members to advance mobility solutions that connect people to opportunities and improve quality of life for all South Carolinians.”

Pearl brings his extensive public transit experience and operational expertise to the TASC board, where he will help guide the organization’s mission to advocate for essential mobility services that provide access to work, health care, education and community services, the release stated. His leadership at The COMET, combined with more than 20 years in public transportation, positions him well to contribute to TASC’s vision of elevating public transportation and supporting economic growth throughout South Carolina, the release stated.

Allison Terracio, chair of The COMET board of directors, expressed support for Pearl’s new role within the broader transportation community.

“We are proud to see Mr. Pearl recognized for his leadership and expertise in public transportation,” said Terracio in the release. “His election to the TASC Board reflects not only his dedication to improving mobility in our region but also his commitment to advancing transportation solutions across South Carolina. This appointment will benefit both The COMET and the entire state transportation community.”

Pearl’s election demonstrates The COMET’s continued leadership role in South Carolina’s public transportation sector and reinforces the organization’s commitment to collaborative partnerships that enhance mobility services statewide, the release stated.