DeLane Adams has been appointed by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) International President Brian Bryant to the new role of Director of Rapid Response and Mobilization, effective April 1.
The creation of this position is intended to strengthen the union’s ability to coordinate its responses during critical moments. The role will centralize efforts that were previously managed across multiple departments, aiming for quicker and more strategic action.
Adams joined the IAM as a communications representative in April 2017. He has experience in strategic communications, member mobilization, and campaign planning within the union. Prior to his work with IAM, Adams worked with organizations including the national AFL-CIO, Georgia AFL-CIO, and Citizen Action/Illinois.
“DeLane has demonstrated exactly the kind of strategic thinking and mobilization experience this role demands,” said Bryant. “Our members deserve a union that moves as fast as the fight, and this position gives us the unified command to do that. DeLane is the right person to build it.”
In his new capacity, Adams will oversee rapid response when legislation changes occur or immediate member action is needed. The position aims to consolidate quick-response strategies under one department for greater efficiency.
“IAM members show up every day on some of the toughest issues and industries in the world,” said Adams. “The goal is to give us the capacity to respond to fast-changing conditions on the ground with the speed and coordination our members deserve. We operate in a tough 24/7 environment where our opponents have built a sophisticated infrastructure to outpace us. We have to ensure that when the fight comes, we’re already engaged.”
