Uploaded November 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
Bob Franklin (98BA) is a savvy entrepreneur and devoted Hawkeye who has used his business acumen to create connections and inspire philanthropy in the University of Iowa community. As a member owner and CEO of Tin Roof—a live music joint based in Nashville, with 21 locations across 14 states—Franklin has donated space for alumni events and used fan engagement to give back to the university.
About Bob: foriowa.org/daa/daa-profile.php?namer=true&profileid=595
About the University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Awards: Since 1963, the University of Iowa has annually recognized accomplished alumni and friends with Distinguished Alumni Awards. Awards are presented in seven categories: Achievement, Service, Hickerson Recognition, Faculty, Staff, Recent Graduate, and Friend of the University. See a full list of past recipients and learn more about the awards: foriowa.org/daa
Bob Franklin (98BA) is a savvy entrepreneur and devoted Hawkeye who has used his business acumen to create connections and inspire philanthropy in the University of Iowa community. As a member owner and CEO of Tin Roof—a live music joint based in Nashville, with 21 locations across 14 states—Franklin has donated space for alumni events and used fan engagement to give back to the university.
About Bob: foriowa.org/daa/daa-profile.php?namer=true&profileid=595
About the University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni Awards: Since 1963, the University of Iowa has annually recognized accomplished alumni and friends with Distinguished Alumni Awards. Awards are presented in seven categories: Achievement, Service, Hickerson Recognition, Faculty, Staff, Recent Graduate, and Friend of the University. See a full list of past recipients and learn more about the awards: foriowa.org/daa
