Shannon Braddock

Term: January 2026* - September 2028

Shannon Braddock was appointed to the Seattle Colleges Board of Trustees by Governor Bob Ferguson in 2026. Her leadership experience spans regional governance, budget management, public-private partnerships, and community engagement.

Braddock made history as the first woman to serve as King County Executive leading 18,000 employees working on behalf of 2.3 million residents. During her tenure as Executive, she stewarded the County’s nearly $20 billion, 2026-2027 biennial budget focusing on key investments in public safety, housing, behavioral health, and food security. She also prepared King County for uncertainties surrounding future federal funding. Braddock served King County for 15 years, first as a Chief of Staff at the King County Council, and then as Council Relations Director, Deputy Chief of Staff, Chief of Staff and Deputy Executive in the Executive office. Throughout her career, Shannon has been a vocal advocate for addressing barriers to education, housing, and ensuring that public institutions serve the diverse needs of all residents.

Shannon was born in Texas, raised in Bellingham, WA, and has called Seattle home for over 25 years. She is the mother of three and has served on the Boards of the West Seattle Food Bank and WestSide Baby. She is committed to supporting Seattle Colleges in their work to serve students from diverse backgrounds and prepare them for meaningful careers and civic engagement.

*completing October 2023 - September 2028 term