“Especially during the first nine months, there was so much going on with trying to hire 55 people to run the city, it was hard to imagine any honeymoon.”

John Hickenlooper is an American politician and former geologist. He served as the 43rd governor of Colorado, known for his pragmatic approach to governance and emphasis on bipartisan problem-solving. His background in science and business shaped a leadership style that balanced innovation with practical policy.