Governor-Elect Bob Ferguson is proud to introduce the members of his Transition Team, a group of accomplished leaders from diverse backgrounds who will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth transition to the new administration. This team will assist with all the key tasks of transitioning to a new administration, including:
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Developing strategies to implement Ferguson’s key budget and policy priorities for his first 100 days, including improving public safety, expanding housing opportunities, and increasing affordability for all Washingtonians.
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Recommending approaches and reforms to better deliver services for Washingtonians, including identifying efficiencies, improving customer service, and making government more accessible and responsive.
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Identifying and vetting talented professionals who are interested in serving in Ferguson’s cabinet and throughout the administration.
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Identifying strategies to safeguard Washingtonians from the potential harms of another Trump administration and Project 2025.
Each member of the team brings a unique perspective and deep commitment to public service, reflecting the strength and diversity of Washington State. Below is the list of individuals who will contribute to this critical work.
Jennifer Allen, CEO, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates
Lourdes Alvarado-Ramos, former director, State Department of Veterans Affairs
Jorge Baron, King County Councilmember
Andy Billig, State Senator and former State Senate Majority Leader, Legislative District 3
Lisa Brown, Spokane Mayor
Mark Brown, former Department of Labor & Industries director and Lacey mayor
Marty Brown, former Office of Financial Management Director
Nick Bumpaous, Business Manager, UA Local 598
Nancy Canales Montiel, Executive Director, Washington Student Association
Joan Crooks, former CEO, Washington Environmental Council/ WA Conservation Voters
Tom Dent, State Representative, Legislative District 13
Djibril Diop, Director of Government Relations and Public Policy Center, Washington Education Association
Denny Eliason, business advocate
Luke Esser, former State Senator, Legislative District 48
Hugh Ewart, founder and managing partner, Adduna Health Partners
Carl Florea, Leavenworth Mayor
Leo Fuller, attorney and member of the University of Washington Board of Regents
Ollie Garrett, President, TABOR 100
Faye Guenther, President, UFCW 3000
Sterling Harders, President, SEIU 775
Paul Harris, State Senator-elect, Legislative District 17
Toshiko Hasegawa, Port of Seattle Commissioner
Denny Heck, Lieutenant Governor
Curt Holmes, Vice Chair Kalispel Tribe of Indians
Gerry Johnson, founder and partner, Pacifica Law Group
Curtis King, State Senator Legislative District 14
Mary Kipp, President and CEO, Puget Sound Energy
Heather Kurtenbach, Executive Secretary, Washington State Building & Construction Trades Council
Dennis Lawson, president, Washington State Council of Fire Fighters
Marko Liias, State Senator, Legislative District 21
Marty Loesch, former Chief of Staff to former Governor Chris Gregoire
John Lovick, State Senator, Legislative District 44
Alyssa Macy, CEO, Washington Conservation Action
Mamie Marcuss, former Chief of Staff to Attorney General Bob Ferguson
Jaime Martin, Snoqualmie Indian Tribe
Dave Mastin, former State Representative, Legislative District 16
Anne McEnerny-Ogle, Vancouver Mayor
Sylvia Miller, Vice Chair, Puyallup Tribe of Indians
Hamdi Mohamed, Port of Seattle Commissioner
Mark Mullet, State Senator, Legislative District 5
Tim Probst, former State Representative, Legislative District 17
Paula Sardinas, small business owner and advocate
Tana Senn, State Representative, Legislative District 41
Fawn Sharp, former President, National Congress of American Indians and Quinault Indian Nation
April Sims, President, Washington State Labor Council
Rachel Smith, CEO, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Dave Somers, Snohomish County Executive
Monica Stonier, State Representative, Legislative District 49
Steve Strachan, Executive Director, Washington Association of Sheriffs and of Police Chiefs
Neil Strege, Washington Roundtable
Yasmin Trudeau, State Senator, Legislative District 27
Sam Virk, small business owner
Billy Wallace, Political & Legislative Director, WA and North ID District Council of Laborers
Victoria Woodards, Tacoma Mayor
Sung Yang, former Deputy King County Executive