Category: Member Spotlight
Submit Your Local Pride T-Shirt Design Ideas by August 20!
Share your local pride and compete for free shirts for your local in SMART-TD's first ever Local Pride T-shirt Contest. Don't delay: the last day to submit entries is next Wednesday, August 20! Read on for submission instructions and details on what prizes await the winners.
LAST CALL: Submit Your Photos for 2026 Calendar Today!
You only have one month left to submit your photos for SMART-TD’S 2026 calendar! Don’t forget to look over this helpful guide of tips and reminders before you send us your images. We look forward to seeing your submissions!
Brother Bill Link Retires After a Memorable 53 Year Career
After exactly 53 years of service, Brother Bill Link (Local 1470) retired from Amtrak on June 27. Read on to hear what spurred his railroad career, the lessons he’s learned, and the legacy that he leaves behind for future generations.
SMART-TD Honors the Retirement of Brother Greg Hynes: A Visionary, a Fighter, and a Legend
June 30 marks the end of an era as SMART-TD National Safety & Legislative Director Greg Hynes retires. From his tireless efforts fighting for our members in Washington, D.C., to his contributions to the punk music scene, read on to learn more about our union's resident renaissance man.
Sisters Represent TD at Charity Mud Race
Whether on a mud-covered obstacle course or in the crew room, SMART-TD Local 816’s sisters remind us that solidarity knows no bounds. Read on to learn how overcoming obstacles strengthens bonds and shows us how to survive tough times together.
In Loving Memory of Brother Darryl Redmon
Local 1704 (Kansas City, MO) and SMART-TD honor the memory of Brother Darryl Redmon, General Chairperson of GO-STU (First Student 1704), whose brief but impactful tenure exemplified servant leadership, union advocacy, and compassionate service. Read on to see how his legacy endures through the lives he touched, the contracts he influenced, and the deep respect he earned among colleagues, family, and his community.
Vice General Chairperson Tessitore Retires After 30-Year Career
Over the past 30 years, Vice General Chairperson Vincent Tessitore, Jr. has built a career dedicated to serving the members of the Long Island Rail Road. Rising from an Assistant Conductor to General Committee leadership, he never lost sight of the importance of fighting for his union brothers and sisters and improving the quality of life for all workers in the transportation industry. As he retires, read on to learn more about his lasting impact on SMART-TD.
Photography is a lifeline for member, veteran
When Brother Jeffery (JP) Caffee (Local 465, Wyoming) returned from Iraq and recovered from alcohol and drug addiction, he found himself looking for a way to occupy his time and stay clean. His salvation was photography. Read on to learn about his recovery journey and the role that his union membership has played.