Meet the Staff

 

Brian N. Tobin, Executive Director

Brian Tobin has been in the transportation industry for close to 30 years. Starting out as a staff member with NJ legislators working on local issues with NJDOT, Tobin then shifted to managing two statewide transportation and construction contractor associations where he worked on issues from accessibility to materials for close to a decade with all of the region’s road owners and users. Following that, Tobin managed and performed research at Rutgers University CAIT, one of the top transportation research university programs in the country, for close to 14 years. Currently, Tobin serves as the Executive Director of Keep Middlesex Moving, where he focuses his time on accessible, reliable, and safe methods of transportation for all. Tobin spends his free time enjoying live events with his wife, family, and friends or walking around Metuchen, where he allows people to pet his dog Archie.

Arlene Holt, Operations Director

Arlene Holt joined Keep Middlesex Moving in 2003 as an intern and currently serves as Operations Director, overseeing day-to-day operations and guiding programs that advance safe, sustainable, and equitable mobility throughout Middlesex County. Previously, she served as a Program Manager, where she led marketing and communications, grant development, and community outreach initiatives. Her work includes developing programs such as Ticket to School, Safety Town, the Mobility Matters podcast, and safety education programs for teens and older adults. She also served as a Rideshare Program Coordinator, supporting employers relocating to Middlesex County and connecting the commuting public with smart transportation solutions. Currently, Arlene lives in Middlesex County with her family and rescue pit bull, Steve Holt. She volunteers as an Assistant Scoutmaster with Scouts BSA Troop 102 in South Brunswick and enjoys going to the beach, hiking, camping, and spending time with her friends and family.

 

Christopher Gonda, Program Manager

Christopher Gonda has been with Keep Middlesex Moving since 2017. As Program Manager he helps communities reach their potential for walkability and bikeability through programming and solutions that promote opportunities for alternative and active transportation. Before transitioning to this role in 2023, Christopher served as the Safe Routes to School Coordinator where he worked with schools, municipalities, and stakeholders to develop and implement projects and activities that improve bicycle and pedestrian accessibility and safety for students and their respective communities.

Chris is a League Cycling Instructor through the League of American Bicyclists and serves on the Trails Advisory Committee in his hometown of Franklin Township. His passion for cycling and running inspires his work to develop inclusive opportunities for all people to enjoy the outdoors. Christopher is also a member of the Raritan Regional Board for Girls in Gear, a non-profit dedicated to teaching girls, “Life skills through bike skills.”

 

 

Isabella “Izzy” Gonzalez, Safe Routes to School Coordinator

Isabella “Izzy” Gonzalez is the Safe Routes to School Coordinator dedicated to promoting bike and walk safety for children through creative, community-centered approaches. With a focus on empowerment, education, and art, Izzy works to make active transportation both safe and fun for young people. Her work brings together local partnerships and youth voices to inspire long-term change in how kids move through their neighborhoods. Outside of work, Izzy enjoys music, rescuing random animals, and finding new ways to connect with her community.

 

Julia Jarvis, Program Coordinator

Julia Jarvis started at Keep Middlesex Moving in October 2025 as Program Coordinator, splitting her time between the Safe Routes to School program and the organization’s other transit-related programs, focusing on accessibility, safety, and environmental initiatives. As a creative person, she also makes many of the graphics and videos featured on KMM’s social media pages. Before joining KMM, Julia worked in sexual and domestic violence prevention and advocacy, teaching middle and high schoolers about healthy relationships and dating abuse. This work guides how she interacts with youth and community members at KMM. Julia graduated summa cum laude from Connecticut College with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Philosophy and completed a Master of Arts in Social Justice and Equity Studies from Brock University. Outside of the office, Julia is a big reader, having read over 150 books last year. While she will read any genre, her favorite books are queer young adult fiction.

 

Connor Wallace, Program Coordinator

Connor Wallace is a proud Middlesex County native and Program Coordinator with Keep Middlesex Moving. Passionate about all things transit, much of Connor’s work focuses on the economic development aspects of our transportation system. Whether a train to a business meeting or a bike ride to a local coffee shop, his priority is to ensure that all routes are safe, efficient, and equitable for anyone who lives, works, or plays in Middlesex County. While our region is home to a wealth of connectivity and diverse transportation options, continuous improvement is critical in our efforts to attract and retain top employers and talent to The Greatest County in the land.

Prior to joining KMM, Connor worked for The Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce, connecting with business leaders from all different industries and encouraging localized collaboration. As a soccer fan with over five years of experience in the travel and tourism space, he is especially excited for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, an opportunity to showcase our region’s transportation strengths on the world stage.

 

Lynne Cuevas, Bookkeeper/Program Coordinator