“Today we're dealing with metropolitan Shanghai, metropolitan New Delhi or Paris. If we're competing at that level, our diversity, that richness of people coming from so many different backgrounds, is one of our greatest advantages.”

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.