Our guest for episode nineteen is Peter Oppelt, a 20 under 40 winner and city commissioner, discusses his journey from Fort Riley to Manhattan, where he pursued an economics degree at K-State. He works in data and analytics for Travelers Insurance. Peter's wife, a successful pie business owner, inspired him to stay in Manhattan. He emphasizes the importance of community involvement, citing his role in HYPE and Marlatt PTO. Peter highlights the challenges of running for City Commission, including fundraising. He advises young professionals to seek mentors and opportunities. Peter shares his passion for drums and his favorite concerts, including Weird Al Yankovic and Paul McCartney.
