Columbia is open for business! And now the mayor of Cola, Daniel Rickenmann is opening up the studio too! Join Mayor Rickenmann every other week for interviews with some of Cola's finest from thriving small business owners to seasoned politicians and everything in between.
Around Town with @ColaMayor
Claim This Podcastby Daniel Rickenmann
86 episodes
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Columbia is open for business! And now the mayor of Cola, Daniel Rickenmann is opening up the studio too! Join Mayor Rickenmann every other week for interviews with some of Cola's finest from thriving small business owners to seasoned politicians and everything in between.
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Recent Episodes
July 1, 2026
“A Rising Tide Lifts All Boats.” The Future of Richland One with Dr. Todd Walker
<p>In this episode of Around Town, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann sits down with Richland County School District One Superintendent Dr. Todd Walker to discuss leadership, public education, and the future of Richland One.</p><p>As he approaches his first year in Columbia, Dr. Walker reflects on the lessons shaping his leadership style, the importance of listening before leading, and why strong schools are essential to a strong city. The conversation explores workforce development, student engagement, career-connected learning, and the opportunities ahead for one of South Carolina’s most important school districts.</p><p>They also discuss the evolving role of education in a rapidly growing region, the impact of community collaboration, and why Dr. Walker believes “a rising tide lifts all boats” when schools, families, businesses, and local leaders move forward together.</p><p></p>
June 3, 2026
More Than Training: Inside Columbia’s New HUSTL Sports Performance Facility with Patrick DiMarco, Travis Tourville and Grayson Greiner
<p>A new kind of sports training facility is coming to Columbia, and it’s about far more than performance on the field.</p><p>In this episode of Around Town, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann sits down with Patrick DiMarco, Grayson Greiner, and Travis Tourville, the team behind <strong>HUSTL Sports Performance</strong>, a new youth-focused training facility designed to help athletes grow physically, mentally, and personally.</p><p>From elite sports technology and recovery tools to mentorship, nutrition, leadership development, and even a dedicated players' lounge, HUSTL is building a space centered around confidence, discipline, and community. The conversation also explores the pressures facing young athletes today and why creating a healthy environment matters just as much as developing talent.</p><p>Learn more about HUSTL Sports Performance at: <u><a href="https://thisishustl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://thisishustl.com</a></u></p>
March 18, 2026
Inside Columbia’s Tech Startup Ecosystem: The Boyd Innovation Center with Sam Herskovitz
<p>In this episode of Around Town, Mayor Daniel Rickenmann sits down with Sam Herskovitz, Executive Director of the Boyd Innovation Center, to talk about how Columbia is supporting founders building scalable, tech-driven companies.</p><p>The Boyd exists to help ideas turn into real businesses, and the impact is already showing. More than 200 entrepreneurs have been served, over 40 tech companies launched or supported, and more than $1.7 million in investment capital raised.</p><p>They break down the gap that exists for high-growth startups, why many founders leave to find resources elsewhere, and how Columbia is creating a stronger foundation through community, programming, and early-stage support.</p><p>If you are building in tech or thinking about it, this episode offers a clear look at what’s possible and what’s already happening here in Columbia.</p><p>Visit the Boyd here: <a href="https://www.boydinnovation.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.boydinnovation.org/</a></p>
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