Jason Graves Appointed Executive President of WPS US, Driving Growth With ParkAdvance+ and Strategic Partnerships

WPS US, a global lead in innovative parking solutions, has announced that Jason Graves will step into the role of Executive President effective January 1, 2025.

With 16 years of experience at WPS US in various leadership roles, Graves is well-positioned to lead the company into its next phase of growth. He succeeds Michael Lapidus, who has contributed significantly to the company’s North American operations. Current WPS Group CEO Paul van den Boogaard emphasized the transition aligns with WPS’s strategic vision to accelerate product innovation and strengthen client relationships.

A Vision for Innovation and Collaboration

Under Graves’ leadership, WPS US will prioritize the launch of ParkAdvance+, the company’s next-generation parking management platform designed to enhance efficiency, integrate AI-driven analytics, and improve user experiences. Additionally, Graves will focus on renewing and expanding strategic partnerships to enhance service offerings and market reach.

“Jason’s deep knowledge of our industry and commitment to innovation make him the ideal leader to take WPS US to new heights,” said Paul van den Boogaard, CEO of WPS Group. “His leadership ensures that we continue delivering cutting-edge solutions and exceptional service to our customers.”

Jason Graves expressed enthusiasm for his new role, stating: “I’m honored to lead WPS US and build on our legacy of delivering smart, adaptable parking solutions. ParkAdvance+ is more than just a product—it represents our commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our customers. I look forward to strengthening our partnerships and driving continued success.”

About WPS

Since its establishment in 1985, WPS Parking Solutions has grown from a local Dutch provider of parking systems into one of the world’s leading providers of cloud-based automated parking solutions. WPS’ mission is to create smart, reliable and future-proof parking solutions that are designed for today’s and tomorrow’s connected world.