Jennifer Pyrz
Jennifer Pyrz has served as IndyGo’s president and CEO since November 2023, leading the agency of more than 850 employees and a fleet of more than 300 vehicles operating 28 fixed routes. As the agency’s leader, she has successfully executed more than $250 Million in federal grants, including a $150 million Capital Investment Grant to construct IndyGo’s third and final Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route, the Blue Line.
Under her leadership, IndyGo has achieved significant operational milestones while modernizing for the future. Pyrz has successfully launched service on the Purple Line BRT route and initiated Blue Line construction. Most recently, she has ushered IndyGo through a fare policy update and is leading the team through the modernization of its electronic fare payment system. Her strategic vision extends beyond operations—she has established a dynamic new strategic plan, developed key organizational policies, and cultivated vital partnerships with local and federal stakeholders.
Pyrz brings more than 30 years of experience in the transportation industry to her role. Her deep connection to IndyGo spans multiple roles and perspectives. Before her appointment to IndyGo’s top leadership position, Pyrz was IndyGo’s chief development officer. In that position, she and her team took charge of developing IndyGo’s Purple and Blue lines and led expansion plans for IndyGo’s new East Campus headquarters, which consists of the current administrative building and a future fleet terminal and maintenance facility. Earlier in her career, she contributed to IndyGo’s transformation from the outside as an engineering consultant for internationally recognized engineering firms. Pyrz played a crucial role in planning and construction of the groundbreaking Red Line – IndyGo’s first all-electric BRT project – during this time, and managed design projects ranging from local bus stop improvements to facility upgrades. She received a bachelor’s and master’s degree in civil engineering from Purdue University in 1995 and 1997 and is a licensed Professional Engineer.
Pyrz’s commitment to the transportation industry extends to active leadership roles, including service on the advisory board for WTS of Greater Indianapolis, the Board of Directors for the Greater Indianapolis Progress Committee and the Indianapolis Chamber’s Accelerate Indy Council. Pyrz is the past president of Indiana Institute of Transportation Engineers and is an Eno Transportation Foundation Fellow.