Suzanne Carlson, who recently served as director of ODOT's Climate Office, was named administrator for ODOT's Public Transportation Division and will join the OTA Board of Directors. 

Carlson joined ODOT as Director of its Climate Office in July 2021. She has worked throughout the country in multimodal transportation and climate action, with a focus on collaboration and results. Prior to joining ODOT, Carlson led transit and active transportation programs for Tennessee DOT, Innovate Memphis and Chicago DOT. She also served as Director of Environmental Affairs at Chicago Public Schools. Carlson has a Master’s in Public Administration and is a LEED Accredited Professional BD+C.

She can be contacted at suzanne.carlson@odot.oregon.gov or 503-986-3300.

Please welcome Suzanne to the OTA!