About Us
People with a
passion for transportation
Our passion for transportation and building capacity is at the heart of everything we do. Infrastructure plays a pivotal role in enhancing people’s lives and well-being, and The Wathen Group is committed to delivering sustainable solutions that make a real difference.
People dedicated to
public service
Our mission is to deliver efficient and reliable solutions and leave organizations and the communities they serve better than how we found them.
Founded in 2009 by Deborah Wathen Finn, The Wathen Group has recruited a team of seasoned experts who have dedicated their careers to public service. They have worked inside transportation and public sector agencies and now as a seamless extension of your team.
People committed to
employee well-being and safety
Frontline employees form the backbone of the industry. They face significant pressures and challenges daily, from ensuring passenger safety to delivering exceptional service in often demanding environments. Prioritizing their well-being isn’t just strategic—it’s fundamentally the right thing.
Cultivating a positive safety culture better equips employees to perform more effectively in their roles and daily lives. When employees feel confident in their safety and well-being, they can focus more on delivering reliable and efficient services, increasing customer satisfaction and performance.
“When organizations successfully engage their customers and their employees, they experience a 240% boost in performance-related outcomes.”
Gallup Employee
Engagement Report, 2023
Our Clients & Partners
Empowering better transportation together
We take the time to get to know our clients, immersing ourselves in their history and culture and building relationships across all levels of the organization to become partners in developing effective strategies aligned with your goals and unique challenges.
Some examples of clients and partners whom we have helped organizations deliver better transportation together.
Our Approach
Employee engagement drives strong performance
At The Wathen Group, we believe that a people-first approach to transformation is the only way to deliver and sustain true organizational change. We prioritize employees, customers, and clients to enable true organizational change.
We want to empower your people to solve challenges and overcome barriers as part of a high-performing organization.
When you talk change in transportation & challenges in delivery, it’s time to
talk to The Wathen Group
What’s your next change?
New leadership? Planning strategic initiatives? Dealing with complex operational challenges? Reputational crisis? When you talk about change in transportation, it’s time to talk to The Wathen Group.
Tell us about your needs or request a callback.