ILWU International Secretary-Treasurer Willie Adams
“The San Francisco Port is a vital engine in our City’s economic health, and now with the exciting transformation along our iconic waterfront, the Port will greatly benefit from Willie’s experience as a longshoreman, and an advocate for workers and fiscal responsibility,” said Mayor Lee. “As we redevelop our Port’s infrastructure and properties, while protecting our pristine Bay and honor our historic maritime past, I’m proud to nominate him to the Port Commission and I am truly grateful for his willingness to serve.”
A native of Kansas City, Missouri and a longshoreman for 24 years in Tacoma, Washington, Willie Adams moved to San Francisco in 2003 and ILWU members elected Adams to serve as their International Secretary-Treasurer. Adams is responsible for the organization’s finances, he oversees the union’s political action work, and he represents the union internationally, including visits with ILWU workers in South Africa, Australia, Spain, Cuba, Vietnam and China.