SustainMobility was born with the goal of prioritizing active and sustainable transportation in our communities, campuses, and private developments.
David Reed, Founder & Principal, is an entrepreneur who is passionate about decarbonizing our transportation sector. His unique blend of experience - urban planning, non-profit community development, sponsorship marketing, and shared mobility public-private partnerships - has shaped his perspective and holistic approach.
David has over a decade of experience leading and advising mobility companies. Prior to starting SustainMobility, he led the launch of more than 60 shared micromobility systems, influenced regulations and led bike share launches in Chicago and New York City.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography & Urban Studies from Temple University. David becomes deeply invested in client shared success, is a coalition builder, and problem solver. As a lifelong learner and urbanist, he is driven by a passion for cycling and creating livable cities. You can find him riding on two wheels in and around Boston.
Partners & Affiliates
Speck Dempsey, led by Jeff Speck and Chris Dempsey, is an internationally recognized city planning, urban design, and transportation policy firm serving municipalities, non-profits, and private developers. Recent projects include downtown master plans, walkability studies, transit-oriented developments, urban and suburban infill plans, and designs for new towns, villages, streets, blocks, and buildings.
Micromobility Companies We’ve Consulted & Advised
Speaking Engagements & Recognition
ACT International Conference Interactive Session on Campus Mobility & TDM - July 2026
Urban Land Institute Session on Promoting Sustainable Transportation in Real Estate - October 2025
Panelist on Urban Mobility at the NYU Sustainable Real Estate Conference - March 2025
ACT TDM Forum Moderator on “Who Are the Right Micromobility Partners?” - November 2024
ACT (Association for Commuter Transportation) Patriot Chapter Member of the Year 2024
Presentation at the E-Bike Future Conference: “What’s Needed to Sustain the Global E-Bike Boom”- October 2022
Temple University College of Liberal Arts Alumni Spotlight
Speaker and Panelist at NABSA (North American Bike Share Association) conference
Speaker at Bicycle and Mobility Summits in MA, NY, NJ, PA, and IL
Quoted in the Chicago Tribune, Wall Street Journal, and dozens of local and regional publications