Think & Link with Maria Hokanson and Paul Mooty

We have a truly unique pairing for March and the trifecta of ice cream, wool, entrepreneurial creativity. 

We have the head of marketing from Dairy Queen, Maria Hokanson along with Paul Mooty of Faribault Woolen Mills on the stage. Each of these two individuals has amazing stories to share, but the connection between them might be the most intriguing. Hint: it isn’t because one of these products makes you cold and the other one warm. 

You’ll have to know a bit of Mn history, or perhaps your favorite Ai knows. 

And if that isn’t enough we have Kitty Hart and Aaron Keller back as your co-hosts. 

Areas of learning from this event;

One: The blend of franchise, entrepreneurship and creativity in Minnesota. 

Two: How brands build in emotional drivers right into the center of their offering. 

Three: The story of these two brands and how they are adapting for the future while keeping connected to the roots of their origin stories. 

We started Think & Link as a french-style salon, to discuss the relevant topics of the day, connect with other like-minded individuals and share inspiring stories. 

These events are sponsored by;

Capsule, a special projects agency in Minneapolis working with brands like PepsiCo, Patagonia, Hydro Flask, Arc’teryx, Curaleaf and Kwik Trip on complex marketing, design and brand challenges.

Lake One, a modern growth and technology partner helping B2B brands navigate digital transformation across marketing, sales and customer experience.

Verse Chocolate, a transparent trade chocolate brand with a variety of flavors and options that taste amazing and deliver the antioxidant benefits of cacao beans. 

We are charging a $35 attendance fee for both virtual and in person attendees to cover our cost of food, drinks and merriment. Real intellectual stimulation for $35 is a deal nowadays.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

RSP Architects Ltd, 1220 Marshall Street Northeast, Minneapolis, United States