Town & Gown - with Mike Hooker

Town & Gown - with Mike Hooker

June 30, 2026 · 50 min · Season 1 · Episode 40

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of town-and-gown partnerships in creating vibrant communities and enhancing experiences for residents and visitors.

Universities are often one of a community's greatest assets, yet many cities, destinations, and campuses still have opportunities to work together more intentionally. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Mike Hooker, founder of Hooker Strategy Partners and former Colorado State University chief spokesperson, to explore how stronger town-and-gown partnerships can create more vibrant communities, stronger destination brands, and better experiences for residents, students, and visitors alike. Th...

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