Philadelphia Managing Director Adam K. Thiel Resigns to Join Private Sector
Philadelphia Managing Director Adam K. Thiel is resigning from his position in Mayor Cherelle L. Parker's administration after serving for approximately 2.5 years. He will transition to the private sector. Carlton Williams, currently leading Parker's Office of Clean and Green…
Philadelphia, PA, July 28, 2026 —
Philadelphia Managing Director Adam K. Thiel announced his resignation from his role in Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration. Thiel’s tenure as managing director lasted approximately 2.5 years, and he is set to transition to the private sector.
Carlton Williams, who currently heads the city’s Office of Clean and Green Initiatives, has been named as Thiel’s successor. Williams will assume the responsibilities of Managing Director.
Thiel’s departure follows a period of increased absence from public view, attributed to his commitments with military service and ongoing consulting work. Prior to his appointment as managing director, Thiel served as Philadelphia’s fire commissioner for eight years.
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