Transdev Driver and Coach Recognized in Lytx’s 2025 Awards for Excellence in Safety and Leadership
At Transdev, safety and leadership are at the core of everything we do. That’s why we are thrilled to celebrate Alphonso Burns and Donjaray Baker, two outstanding members of our team who have been recognized in Lytx’s 2025 Coach and Driver of the Year Awards.
Lytx, a provider in fleet safety technology, honors the best in the industry each year – highlighting those who go above and beyond in safe driving, mentorship, and coaching. This year, two of Transdev’s own were among the honorees:
- Alphonso Burns – Lytx 2025 Transit/Motor Coach, Coach of the Year
Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA), Allentown, PA - Donjaray Baker – Lytx 2025 Transit/Motor Coach, Driver of the Year (Second Place)
Chicago PACE, Chicago, IL
Their achievements are a testament to Transdev’s commitment to fostering a strong safety culture, and we couldn’t be prouder!
Alphonso Burns: Leading the Way in Safety Coaching
With 19 years in the industry and 15 years with Transdev, Alphonso Burns has built a reputation as a leader who prioritizes coaching, mentorship, and proactive safety solutions. Currently, a Safety Manager, Alphonso has played a key role in driving safety improvements at multiple locations, most recently with LANTA.
His leadership has made a measurable impact – helping improve coaching effectiveness from 73% to over 90% and contributing to a significant reduction in preventable incidents.
“I believe in creating trust and helping drivers understand why safety matters,” Alphonso said. “When drivers feel empowered, that’s when real change happens.”
His approach has helped LANTA achieve a historic drop in incident rates, reinforcing our mission to provide safe, reliable, and innovative transit solutions.
Donjaray Baker: A Driver Who Sets the Standard for Excellence
Donjaray Baker has always been a leader—whether as a trainer, Road Supervisor, or Safety Solutions Team (SST) member. Her commitment to safety, continuous learning, and workplace improvement has earned her recognition as one of the industry’s top drivers.
- Consistently named to Transdev’s Safe Driver List – a distinction for those with zero preventable accidents, zero coachable DriveCam events, and full participation in monthly safety meetings.
- Passionate about recognizing outstanding performance, Donjaray helped implement quarterly raffles to celebrate top-performing drivers.
- Actively improves safety at her location by proposing solutions like adding bright paint and signage to blind-spot areas to prevent yard accidents.
“When I found out I had placed second, I broke down in tears,” Donjaray shared. “I’ve worked so hard, and seeing this recognition makes it all worth it.”
Celebrating a Culture of Safety at Transdev
At Transdev, we believe that great drivers and great coaches create safer roads. Our partnership with Lytx’s advanced fleet safety technology helps us identify coaching opportunities, recognize outstanding performance, and build a culture of continuous improvement.
“The success of Alphonso and Donjaray is about more than just individual achievement,” said Lauren Skiver, COO of Transdev U.S. “It’s a reflection of how a strong safety culture can transform our industry. We are proud of them and the entire Transdev team for their commitment to excellence.”
Congratulations to Alphonso Burns and Donjaray Baker—your dedication and leadership inspire us all!
To read more about this outstanding honor, visit Lytx Highlights Today’s Top Drivers and Coaches in 12th Annual Awards Program.
