In this special episode, we sit down with Delmas Whittaker, Chief Operating Officer of the Maritime Division at the Port of Seattle, to talk about leadership, the future of Seattle’s working waterfront, and what it takes to manage 19 miles of nonstop maritime activity. From Navy stories and ship handling to sustainable fisheries, youth workforce development, cruise growth, and the city’s transformation ahead of FIFA 2026, Delmas shares an insightful look at the systems, communities, and people who keep this region moving.