Trailblazing Former Mayor Farrah N. Khan Joins The U.S. Roundtable as Special Advisor

Nationally Recognized Leader to Play an Active Role in Driving Housing, Transportation, and Technology Innovation Across the West Coast

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, September 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The U.S. Roundtable, a premier national advisory platform that partners with over 100 U.S. mayors, announced today that Mayor Farrah N. Khan, the former Mayor of Irvine, California, has joined the organization as a Special Advisor. In this influential role, Mayor Khan will take on a central position advancing housing, transportation, and technology innovation across the West Coast, helping shape the future of cities at a pivotal moment for urban America.

Mayor Khan made history as the first woman of color and Muslim woman elected Mayor of Irvine, leading one of the fastest-growing and most diverse cities in the nation. Her tenure was marked by bold initiatives that prioritized inclusion, innovation, and sustainability.

Key achievements during her mayoralty include:
• Launching Irvine’s first Innovation Council to accelerate the adoption of emerging technologies.
• Expanding affordable housing initiatives to meet rising regional demand.
• Driving sustainable transportation priorities, positioning Irvine as a leader in mobility solutions.
• Strengthening regional safety collaboration by co-chairing a Southern California Property Crimes Taskforce.

“I am honored to join The U.S. Roundtable as Special Advisor, standing alongside distinguished former mayors such as Steve Benjamin, Michael Hancock, Hardie Davis, and Steve Adler,” said Mayor Farrah N. Khan. “My time as Mayor of Irvine reinforced my belief that transformative partnerships, inclusive leadership, and technology-driven strategies are the keys to building stronger cities. I look forward to helping advance the Roundtable’s mission by shaping conversations and solutions in housing, transportation, and innovation for communities across the country.”

The U.S. Roundtable continues to distinguish itself as a leader in public-private collaboration, working with mayors nationwide to harness the power of innovation in areas such as AI, mobility, transportation, housing, and urban resilience. Its model elevates city leaders, amplifies their voices globally, and delivers scalable solutions through partnerships with some of the world’s most influential technology companies.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mayor Farrah N. Khan to the U.S. Roundtable,” said George Burciaga, Managing Partner of The U.S. Roundtable. “Her leadership in Irvine exemplifies the type of visionary, government-and-technology impact we seek to amplify. As the Roundtable expands across the U.S. and onto the global stage, Mayor Khan’s voice will be instrumental in advancing our mission: to highlight the extraordinary work of America’s mayors and accelerate solutions that transform communities.”

Mayor Khan joins a distinguished network of former mayors that have partnered with The U.S. Roundtable, including Mayor Steve Benjamin (Columbia, SC), Mayor Michael Hancock (Denver, CO), Mayor Hardie Davis (Augusta, GA), and Mayor Steve Adler (Austin, TX). Together, this collective of civic leaders is redefining innovation, equity, and collaboration in cities across the country.

About The U.S. Roundtable
The U.S. Roundtable, LLC is a nonpartisan civic advisory platform that partners with over 100 mayors across the United States. Through strategic collaboration with global technology companies and civic organizations, the Roundtable accelerates solutions in public safety, transportation, housing, digital equity, and AI. Its mission is to connect government, private sector, and community stakeholders to build sustainable, people-first solutions, amplifying U.S. mayoral leadership at both national and international levels.

Serena Guzman
The U.S. Mayoral Roundtable
serena@theusroundtable.com
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