NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — Nearly a week after Eric Adams handily defeated his Republican challenger Curtis Sliwa, the mayor-elect announced his transition team hoping to address the various hurdles facing the city.
Adams' transition team will be led by United Way of New York CEO and President Sheena Wright as well as nine co-chairs, including leaders of business, advocacy, labor and politics.
Katie Moore, Adams' campaign manager, is executive director of the transition, while United Way of New York City's Executive Vice President Meaghan Brown will serve as chief operating officer.
The other co-chairs include:
Sheena Wright, President and CEO of United Way of New York City
Kyle Bragg, President of 32BJ SEIU
Steven Choi, Executive Director of One for Democracy
Sharon Greenberger, President and CEO of YMCA of Greater New York
David Lee, Chair of the League of Asian Americans of New York
Charles Phillips, Infor CEO
Felix V. Matos Rodriguez, Chancellor of The City University of New York
Rich Maroko, President of the New York Hotel and Gaming Trades Council
Stephen Scherr, Goldman Sachs CFO
Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation
"Day 1, my administration will be prepared to tackle the multiple crises facing New York, ready to fight crime, COVID, economic uncertainty and inequality while renewing the spirit of our great city," Adams, 61, said. "Over the coming weeks, my transition team will turn my policy goals into actionable plans, recruit and vet talented candidates for senior positions, and absorb input from thought leaders, experts and everyday New Yorkers."
Transition officials, who also announced the launch of a website, said a full list of its members will be announced soon.
Wright touted Adams' "clear vision" for the city's future in a statement.
"Over the next seven weeks, we will task a dozen committees and dozens of committed experts and advocates with the essential work of preparing the Adams Administration to deliver for New Yorkers," she said.
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