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Joi Taylor Dean

Examiner · DISC type cs
CEO at Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority
📍 Richmond, Virginia, United States

Joi Taylor Dean is the CEO of the Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RMTA), overseeing the regions critical transportation infrastructure. A graduate of William and Mary Law School, she leverages her legal and strategic background to guide the authoritys planning, development, and regional partnerships, focusing on innovation like all-electronic tolling.

She is deeply committed to her community, serving as Treasurer for The Valentine Museum and as a life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She values family and draws inspiration from her grandmothers legacy, often celebrating milestones with her daughter.

She was honored by the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) as one of their "Women Who Move the Nation. "

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States
Personality Overview

How Joi shows up

Process Oriented
Unexpressive
Tough To Convince

Being observant comes to them naturally. They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much.

Priorities

Topics Joi cares about

Transportation Innovation
As CEO of RMTA, she has led major projects, including the successful transition to All-Electronic Tolling, and has a vision for a more connected community.
Leadership Development
She launched a leadership conversation series and speaks on the importance of authenticity and courage in leadership. She is the 2026 President of the IBTTA.
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Career

Work history

4-2017
CEO
Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority
8-2014 - 4-2017
Chief Of Staff
Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority
4-2013 - 4-2017
Founder and President
Dean Strategy Group, LLC
In the press

Media appearances

RMTA CEO Joi Taylor Dean Selected as 2026 “Women Who Move the Nation” Honoree by COMTO. Featured in Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RMTA Online)
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RMTA CEO Joi Taylor Dean Elected 2026 President of the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association. Featured in Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RMTA Online)
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Education
1997 - 2000
Juris Doctor
William and Mary Law School
1993 - 1997
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Hampton University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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