Mick Cornett

Mick Cornett (born November 16, 1958) is an American politician and businessman who served as the Mayor of Oklahoma City from 2004 to 2018. Born in Oklahoma City, Cornett began his career in the private sector as a television reporter before transitioning into public service. As mayor, he was known for his leadership in revitalizing Oklahoma City, focusing on urban development, public health, and economic growth. Under his administration, Oklahoma City saw substantial improvements, including the successful passage of the MAPS for Kids program, which funded the renovation of public schools, and a significant expansion of the city’s public parks and cultural

Cornett also gained national recognition for his personal journey with weight loss, famously losing over 100 pounds and using his platform to advocate for healthier lifestyles. His commitment to improving the health of his city earned him widespread admiration, and he was named one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” in 2018. In addition to his mayoral accomplishments, Cornett has been active in various civic and business organizations, including serving as the chair of the U.S. Conference of

Some of his notable quotes include:

"Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge."

"The city is not a building. The city is the people."

"We can do better. And we have the capacity to do better. It just takes the will to do so."