Colorado Springs has tapped Jason T. Strickland to take on the role of Chief Communications Officer for the city, a move announced with anticipation of the expertise and leadership he is expected to bring to the table. Strickland is stepping into a pivotal role within municipal operations by boasting a robust résumé with over a quarter-century of leadership across diverse sectors. His multifaceted experience has been honed through his past tenure as Chief Communications Officer for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Rocky Mountain Network. This charge had him orchestrating a team to disseminate information across a vast regional expanse effectively.
Strickland’s career trajectory easily speaks to his qualifications for the position—his military background as a retired Lieutenant Colonel, his penmanship as a columnist, and his philanthropic commitment to veterans through nonprofit service. Mayor Yemi has openly expressed approval of the appointment, stating via the City of Colorado Springs website, “I am pleased to welcome Jason to our team,” and highlighting the new Chief’s “wealth of experience and a deep heart for service.” Strickland’s utility belt of skills is anticipated to relay and genuinely resonate with Colorado Springs residents, fostering trust and civic pride.
Prior to this prestigious appointment, Strickland frequently put pen to paper for The Colorado Springs Gazette, offering monthly insights that would bridge the community to the issues at hand. His strategic acumen and a tangible depth of caring for the veteran community only underscores his fitness for the communications helm. In a release from coloradosprings.gov, the Mayor’s sentiment echoed a belief that Strickland’s aptitude for strategizing comprehensive communications would uphold and galvanize the city’s message to its constituents…