Katie Stewart, President, Association for Directors of Economy, Environment, Planning and Transport (ADEPT)

Katie Stewart is the President of ADEPT (Association for Directors of Economy, Environment, Planning and Transport), representing strategic place leaders across UK local government. Katie oversees national advocacy, policy development, and cross-sector collaboration focused on regional economic growth, sustainable infrastructure, strategic spatial planning, and local transport networks. With extensive executive leadership experience in public sector place-making and economic development, she works directly with national government bodies, regional authorities, and industry stakeholders to address climate change and drive clean growth. Katie is a passionate advocate for sustainable development, leading initiatives that integrate environmental resilience, active travel, and digital infrastructure into regional place strategies to build thriving, inclusive communities across the nation.