Tim Adams is Our Voice for Working Families
In addition to his public service, Adams is a successful entrepreneur and President and CEO of Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH), a company he founded in 1989. Under his leadership, SA-TECH has grown into a nationally recognized firm providing engineering, logistics, information technology, and facilities management services in support of the U.S. Department of Defense, employing a workforce across the country.
Adams is also deeply committed to improving healthcare access in Prince George’s County. Alongside his wife, the Honorable Sheila Tillerson Adams, he contributed $100,000 to support the expansion of behavioral health services at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, helping to increase access to critical mental health and substance use treatment for residents.
A graduate of Xavier University of Louisiana and the University of New Orleans, where he earned his MBA, Adams has continued his executive education at institutions including Dartmouth College and the University of Maryland. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Bowie State University in recognition of his leadership and service.
Throughout his career, Adams has remained dedicated to giving back—mentoring others, supporting community organizations, and investing in initiatives that uplift families, seniors, and young people. He lives in Bowie with his wife and family, and his work continues to be guided by a belief that government should deliver meaningful results and create opportunities for every resident to thrive.
Timothy J. Adams is a respected leader in business, government, and community service, with more than three decades of experience dedicated to improving the lives of residents in Prince George’s County. He currently serves as County Councilmember for District 4, representing Bowie, Glenn Dale, Greenbelt, Westchester Park, and parts of Lanham-Seabrook and Upper Marlboro, where he is focused on advancing equity, economic opportunity, and community well-being.
Adams previously served as Mayor of Bowie for six years, making history in 2019 as the city’s first African American mayor in its 138-year history and earning reelection in 2023. During his tenure, he demonstrated a strong commitment to education and community investment, including leading efforts to keep Pointer Ridge Elementary School open while expanding access to specialized autism programming. His leadership helped ensure that students and families continue to benefit from inclusive, high-quality learning environments.