Celebrity Judge | Mayor Daniel Rickenmann
Daniel Rickenmann is the 71st Mayor of the City of Columbia, SC. He is an innovative entrepreneur and a dedicated public servant with a passion for improving the quality of life for all in the Palmetto State’s Capital City. Rickenmann’s political career began in 2002 when he was elected to the Columbia City Council. During his 14-year tenure on the council, he was a vocal advocate for fiscal responsibility, public safety, and infrastructure improvements. A serial entrepreneur, he was an owner and partner of several restaurants in the city, and is currently a partner in several ventures, including renewable energy development, a food production company, and other small projects.
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