What does Carrie Butler like to do in her free time?
First, her professional life: Butler has served in public transportation for more than 20 years, most recently as CEO for the Transit Authority of River City in Louisville, Ky., and before that as general manager of Lextran in Lexington, Ky. She has held roles in the private sector focused on transit technology at TranSystems and urban design at Dover Kohl and Partners. She has a master’s degree from Florida State University.
Enjoying sunset dining in Malaysia
What do you like best about your current city of residence?
Louisville is so great right now during Kentucky Derby season. There is always something to do and/or race ... balloons, beds, people.
Favorite travel destinations?
Beach vacations are the best, but I've been fortunate to travel quite a bit. I would recommend Ile de Re, France; Singapore; Malaysia; and the Galapagos.
Favorite guilty pleasure?
Laying out in the sun and flipping through magazines on a lazy Saturday.
Favorite current TV shows?
Suits! I was late to this one and am now obsessed. Also, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and for my fellow train lovers, Hell on Wheels.
With friends at Churchill Downs in Louisville
If you had to watch one movie multiple times, what would it be?
I love the The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies, and I've seen ALL the rom-com movies on Netflix.
Favorite food?
No way to pick a favorite. I love food way too much, going out to eat is the closest thing I have to a hobby.
Favorite way to stay active?
Mixing it up — biking, swimming, yoga, weights, pilates; basically anything that does not entail running or excessive jumping.
Favorite podcasts?
The only right answer here is Transit Unplugged, right? :)
With her husband Mark in Ile de Re, France
Favorite transit system?
I'll go international lest I offend friends or colleagues ... tie between Transport for London and Singapore MRT.
What would surprise people to learn about you?
I was captain of my high school varsity basketball team, although those skills have long since faded.
What do you think you would be doing, if you didn't work in public transportation?
Honestly, I cannot imagine not working in public transportation.
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