“The one thing that I don't think the Obama administration gets anywhere near enough credit for is the high level of administrators. They meet all the time so they can synergize the federal investments. That's the way any corporation would do it.”

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.