Port Commissioners on Board for New Term

Commissioners Albro, Creighton, and Holland take oath of office; 2010 officers elected

The Port of Seattle welcomed two new commissioners today at the first public meeting of 2010. Commissioners Tom Albro and Rob Holland and returning Commissioner John Creighton took the oath of office at the port’s administrative offices.

Albro is the founder and owner of Seattle Monorail Services which operates the monorail between downtown Seattle and the Seattle Center. He served for many years on the Municipal League of King County Board of Directors. Albro received his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Washington. His son Nate administered the oath of office to his dad.

“I’m very proud to join the Port of Seattle commission, and to lead an organization that serves as a steady economic engine for King County,” said Albro. “I hope to increase the region’s focus on trade and the port’s focus on business development, as we continue to work of generating the jobs and revenue that keep our economy afloat.”

Holland brings broad experience in the port industry to his role as commissioner. He worked previously at the Port of Tacoma and has 10 years of experience as a marine transportation specialist. Holland received his bachelor’s degree from Washington State University and went on to receive a master’s degree in public administration from Seattle University. He also studied global logistics and seaport management at the University of Washington’s School of Marine Affairs. Former Governor John Spellman administered the oath of office to Holland.

“My father served with Washington State Ferries for 34 years, so the Seattle waterfront is in my blood,” noted Holland. “Our working waterfront is a crucial regional asset, providing family-wage jobs for generations of families. I look forward to promoting the port’s role as a national leader in sustainable business, and to finding new ways to serve our customers and community.”

Commissioner John Creighton returns for his second term on the governing board. He is a business lawyer who grew up on the Eastside of King County and received his J.D. from Columbia University, and his B.A. and M.A. in international relations from Johns Hopkins University. Creighton is now the commissioner with the longest tenure, and looks forward to continuing work already underway on improving the quality of life for King County citizens with port investments in congestion relief and environmental restoration. In one of his first official acts, Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn administered Creighton’s oath of office.

“I’m privileged to serve as a commissioner for a vibrant port that is an integral part of the state’s economy,” said Creighton. “I look forward to continuing the good work we’ve done on restoring vital environmental projects near Puget Sound, and to ensuring that port resources are invested in ways that benefit the entire community.”

In addition, the commissioners elected the 2010 slate of officers. Commissioner Bill Bryant will again serve as president, and Commissioner Gael Tarleton will serve a second year as vice president. Commissioner Holland will serve as secretary for the board. Find out more information about Commissioners Albro, Creighton, and Holland here.

Learn more about how the Port of Seattle serves as the Green Gateway for trade and tourism and generates nearly 200,000 jobs for Washington here.