Michael B. Hancock is Denver’s 45th mayor. During his time in office, Mayor Hancock and his administration have eliminated the city’s budget deficit, fostered a diverse economy and restored much needed services that were lost during the recession.

With a drive toward increasing opportunity for every resident, he has prioritized innovative solutions to investing in the city’s children and youth; increasing affordable housing and services for the homeless; supporting entrepreneurs and making government work smarter for residents.

Prior to becoming mayor, he served on the Denver City Council for eight years and was President of the Metro Denver Urban League.