Osman Salahuddin

Councilmember, City of Redmond

Osman Salahuddin is a lifelong resident of Redmond and has grown up with the Redmond community! After graduating from local public schools in the Lake Washington School District, Osman attended the University of Washington where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology and a minor in English while also serving as Student Body President, representing more than 45,000 students at the administrative, local, and state levels.

Osman has brought his healthcare and community service background into his previous roles, including working as a manager at a medical device research consulting firm, conducting research at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the UW Medicine’s Emergency Department, serving as a Volunteer Fire Corp Member with Eastside Fire & Rescue, and helping found the BIPOC Health Careers Ecosystem, a non-profit to help underrepresented students find a pathway in the healthcare field. In 2022, Osman also opened up a local coffee shop to provide a third-space for community members.

Currently, Osman works as the Communications and Community Engagement Manager for King County Councilmember Sarah Perry and he has brought his experience in communication, community organizing, and social impact initiatives to serve over 250,000 residents across East King County. Now Osman aims to continue his service to his community as a newly elected City Councilmember in Redmond!

Osman Salahuddin

Councilmember, City of Redmond

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