Women’s history is made every day in King County. As a husband and a father to two daughters, I am reminded daily of my responsibility to help build a world that uplifts and empowers women and girls. We recognize March as Women’s History Month, and I want to take this opportunity to celebrate women leaders across our county, highlighting their extraordinary contributions to our work, our communities, and our shared history.  

My cabinet is shaped by women who embody strong leadership and public service for their teams and our communities. Read more.

Pictured: From left to right, Dr. Sandra Valenciano, Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall, Director Lorraine Patterson-Harris, Executive Girmay Zahilay, Deputy Director Amber Green, General Manager Michelle Allison and Office of the Executive Chief Operating Officer Hyeok Kim. Due to scheduling conflicts, not pictured here are DCHS Director Susan McLaughlin and DHR Acting Director Megan Pedersen.