Doug Hooker, the executive director of the Atlanta Regional Commission, recently announced that he’s retiring in March of 2022. Hooker joins “Closer Look” to discuss Atlanta’s changing economic infrastructure, his career and what lies ahead for him and the commission. Plus, Ben Breit, a public affairs representative at Airbnb, discusses Summer of Responsible Travel, an 8-point plan to help hosts and guests stay safe amid the pandemic as travel returns and the demand for short-term home rentals increase during the summer.

<p><a href="https://atlantaregional.org/whats-next-atl/articles/5-qs-for-arc-executive-director-doug-hooker-who-plans-to-retire-next-year/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Doug Hooker, the executive director of the Atlanta Regional Commission,</a> recently announced that he’s retiring in March of 2022. Hooker joins “Closer Look” to discuss Atlanta’s changing economic infrastructure, his career and what lies ahead for him and the commission. Plus, Ben Breit, a public affairs representative at Airbnb, discusses <a href="https://news.airbnb.com/airbnb-launches-summer-of-responsible-travel/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Summer of Responsible Travel</a>, an 8-point plan to help hosts and guests stay safe amid the pandemic as travel returns and the demand for short-term home rentals increase during the summer.</p>

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

<p>"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.</p>