Daniel Rickenmann

Daniel Rickenmann is the 71st mayor of Columbia, South Carolina. He has a passion for improving the quality of life for all in the Palmetto State’s Capital City. Since becoming mayor in 2022, Rickenmann has worked to expand housing options, strengthen public safety, increase community cleanliness and pride, and improve the city’s customer service operations. He is a strong advocate for the city’s parks and green spaces, advocating to create new opportunities for outdoor recreation and promote environmental sustainability – especially on the city’s riverfront. Before his election to the office of mayor, Rickenmann was an entrepreneur, opening the restaurant Birds on a Wire shortly after college graduation, and he is the co-founder of Kentucky-based Forbidden Bourbon.