Keith Wilson

Keith Wilson (born 1963) is an American businessman and Democratic politician who is serving as the 54th mayor of Portland, Oregon, since 2025. He is the president and chief executive officer of Titan Freight Systems. He grew up in North Portland. Wilson received a Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University (OSU) in business administration and management, and later received a Master of Business Administration degree in business administration and marketing from the University of Portland.

Political career Wilson self-funded multiple trips to various cities and countries around the world in order to talk with experts on homelessness.

On June 12, 2024, Wilson announced his intention to run for mayor of Portland in the 2024 election. Part of his campaign promises is to completely end unsheltered homelessness in Portland. On election night, November 5, 2024, Wilson had an early lead. He and city commissioner Carmen Rubio advanced past the first few rounds of tabulation. The next day, most news agencies called the race for Wilson and Rubio conceded.

The Oregonian wrote, "Wilson's pitch to tackle homelessness, crime and livability — top concerns with Portland voters — came with a full-throated insistence they can be remedied with care and compassion. He made the audacious pledge to largely end unsheltered homelessness within a year the crux of his campaign." He has proposed increasing the number of walk-in emergency shelters in existing churches and other community spaces.

Personal life Wilson is married and has two children.