Adiam Emery
Adiam Emery, the Interim Director of the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), brings over 30 years of experience and a deep commitment to creating a safe, reliable, and equitable transportation system. She began her career at SDOT as an intern while studying civil engineering at the University of Washington. Adiam has held various leadership roles, including transportation engineer, operations manager, and division director. Most recently, she served as Deputy Mayor in Mayor Harrell’s administration, working closely with SDOT on critical transportation initiatives. As Interim Director, Adiam is focused on advancing the Vision Zero Action Plan, delivering the Seattle Transportation Levy, and investing in infrastructure to support long-term mobility needs.