Michael L. Johnston joined the KTA at the start of 1995. Prior to this position, he served the state of Kansas as the Secretary of the Department of Transportation from 1991 through 1994. He is a former state senator and served 14 years in the Kansas Legislature. He also served as a former member and chairman of the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System, as well as numerous boards and commissions.
Read what Michael has to say about the Turnpike, transportation and more on his blog "Down the Road". email Michael Johnston

Alan Bakaitis is the director of toll operations. He joined the KTA in 1998 with an extensive background in off-site employee management. He is currently in charge of the collection and movement of all non-electronic payment methods on the Turnpike. His staff consists of more than 250 toll personnel and seven supervisors that serve KTA customers from 21 different locations. email Alan Bakaitis

Eric Becker began working for the Turnpike in 1998. His current position as Maintenance Director began in late 2005. His staff maintains the roadway and works closely with the Engineering Department to ensure the integrity of the pavement and structures that are the Kansas Turnpike. email Eric Becker

Lisa Callahan has 30 years experience as the Turnpike's Public and Employee Relations Director. Her duties include customer, media and employee communication in both proactive and response situations. Her staff works closely with all departments to enhance the travel experience of KTA customers and the day-to-day working environment of employees. email Lisa Callahan

Carl Compton has been a certified public accountant for more than 15 years. He has been with the Turnpike for more than 20 years and played a vital role in the research and development of the Turnpike's K-TAG program. His staff takes care of the daily financial operations associated with a business. Carl is dedicated to ensuring the Turnpike's strong financial positioning and maintaining the Turnpike's fiscal responsibility. email Carl Compton

David Jacobson is a licensed professional engineer in the state of Kansas. He has been the Turnpike's Chief Engineer since December 2005 but has served the KTA since 1994. He works with a staff of assistants, field personnel, and four other professional engineers to ensure the roadway is safe and the future needs of the roadway are addressed in a timely and logical manner. email David Jacobson

Diana Navarro joined the KTA team in 2007. She provides scheduling and organizational assistance to the President/CEO and the Board. She assists in the overall execution of company policy and the management of office duties. She and an assistant ensure that all debt owed to the Turnpike for property damage is filed and collected in a timely manner. email Diana Navarro

Capt. John Walters is a 30-year veteran to law enforcement. He is the commander of the Kansas Highway Patrol's Troop G which is assigned to the Turnpike. He also oversees the KTA's dispatch center that is the hub of both patrol and maintenance communications on the Turnpike. He and his staff uphold both the mission of the Turnpike and that of the Kansas Highway Patrol. email John Walters

Marty Wiltse has been in charge of the Turnpike's information, communication and technology systems for nearly 30 years. His staff keeps employees connected to each other and the information they need to maintain the roadway. His department supports both internal and external customers. He also oversees the internal auditing of the Turnpike's toll collection. email Marty Wiltse