I get advice in all directions from people with an interest in Iowa State. A lot of opinions come my way, but look at the track record of the athletic department - it's in great financial shape and the National Cyclone Club membership is up.
He sees this as an opportunity to elevate the Iowa State athletic program to a higher level, and he has great momentum and a great foundation to build upon.
That's got a great ring to it, doesn't it.
He's an individual with a great deal of direct experience and that will be important for this position, ... He has the leadership qualities and skills that will allow him to excel.
Iowa's doing a great job bringing young people to the state, but we don't have the number and kind of jobs to keep them here,