Sue Weisner Appointed Vice President, West
IAM141.org
1 March 2025
Sue Weisner Steps Up to Support IAM Members in the West
IAM District 141 President Mike Klemm has appointed longtime United Airlines leader Sue Weisner as Vice President, West, effective March 1, 2025. Weisner will provide essential support to the President and serve as a backfill for the AGCs in the Western Region when needed.
“Sue has demonstrated unwavering dedication to our members throughout her career,” said Klemm. “Her extensive experience and commitment to advocating for workers’ rights will make her a strong asset to our leadership team.”
Weisner initiated into Local Lodge 1886 in 1989 after joining United Airlines as a Reservations Agent. She later advanced to Lead Customer Service Representative, a role she continues to hold.
IAM District 141 President Mike Klemm has appointed longtime United Airlines leader Sue Weisner as Vice President, West, effective March 1, 2025. Weisner will provide essential support to the President and serve as a backfill for the AGCs in the Western Region when needed.
“Sue has demonstrated unwavering dedication to our members throughout her career,” said Klemm. “Her extensive experience and commitment to advocating for workers’ rights will make her a strong asset to our leadership team.”
Weisner initiated into Local Lodge 1886 in 1989 after joining United Airlines as a Reservations Agent. She later advanced to Lead Customer Service Representative, a role she continues to hold. Over the years, Weisner has been a committed union leader, serving in various roles, including:
Over the years, Weisner has been a committed union leader, serving in various roles, including:
– Local Lodge 1886 Trustee (2015-2018)
– Shop Steward (2005-2018)
– DEN Assistant Customer Service Committee Person (2018-2020)
– DEN Customer Service Committee Person (2020-present)
– IAM District 141 (United) Negotiating Committee Member (2021-present)
– IAM District 141 Auditor (2024-2025)
Weisner takes great pride in educating new hires about the importance of union representation, frequently attending New Hire classes to explain the benefits of working under a contract, including guaranteed wages, vacation, work rules, job security, and seniority.
“I always tell new hires that being in a union isn’t about me—it’s about we,” said Weisner. “Anytime I can help a member or advocate for them, it’s a rewarding experience, and I continue to learn from every opportunity.”
She credits her mentor, John Staton, former DEN Grievance Committee Chairperson, for encouraging her to run for Customer Service Committee Person and for teaching her valuable lessons in union leadership.
As she steps into her new role, Weisner plans to continue learning from President Klemm and the AGCs while ensuring that IAM members in the Western Region receive the representation and support they deserve.
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