James Vagle is the CEO of Housing First Minnesota, leading efforts to expand homeownership and strengthen the homebuilding industry. A Navy veteran and seasoned advocate, James brings vision, integrity, and deep policy expertise to Minnesota’s housing future.

James Vagle is the CEO of Housing First Minnesota, leading efforts to expand homeownership and strengthen the homebuilding industry. A Navy veteran and seasoned advocate, James brings vision, integrity, and deep policy expertise to Minnesota’s housing future.

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We dive deep into the minds of Minnesota's most influential business leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with top CEOs who share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, this podcast offers invaluable lessons and inspiration to help you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape. Tune in to discover the stories behind the success and learn from the best in the industry. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with the visionaries shaping Minnesota's economic future!

Join us on the "MN CEO's You Should Know" podcast! We dive deep into the minds of Minnesota's most influential business leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with top CEOs who share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, this podcast offers invaluable lessons and inspiration to help you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape. Tune in to discover the stories behind the success and learn from the best in the industry. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with the visionaries shaping Minnesota's economic future!

Join us on the "MN CEO's You Should Know" podcast! We dive deep into the minds of Minnesota's most influential business leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with top CEOs who share...

MN CEOs You Should Know

Join us on the "MN CEO's You Should Know" podcast presented by The Minneapolis Foundation.

We dive deep into the minds of Minnesota's most influential business leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with top CEOs who share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, this podcast offers invaluable lessons and inspiration to help you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape. Tune in to discover the stories behind the success and learn from the best in the industry. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with the visionaries shaping Minnesota's economic future!

Join us on the "MN CEO's You Should Know" podcast presented by <a href="https://www.minneapolisfoundation.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Minneapolis Foundation</a>. We dive deep into the minds of Minnesota's most influential business leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with top CEOs who share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, this podcast offers invaluable lessons and inspiration to help you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape. Tune in to discover the stories behind the success and learn from the best in the industry. Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect with the visionaries shaping Minnesota's economic future!

James Vagle is the CEO of Housing First Minnesota, leading efforts to expand homeownership and strengthen the homebuilding industry. A Navy veteran and seasoned advocate, James brings vision, integrity, and deep policy expertise to Minnesota’s housing...

Housing First Minnesota - CEO James Vagle

In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, Adam West chats with Kenny Larson, CEO of Slumberland Furniture. Kenny shares the story of how his family business has evolved over the years, from its humble beginnings as a mattress specialty store to its current status as a full-line furniture retailer with 120 locations across 12 states. They discuss the challenges of navigating the ever-changing retail landscape, including the impact of tariffs and the rise of e-commerce. Kenny also talks about Slumberland's commitment to giving back to the community through its foundation, which has donated over 65,000 mattresses to kids in need.

In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, Adam West chats with Kenny Larson, CEO of Slumberland Furniture. Kenny shares the story of how his family business has evolved over the years, from its humble beginnings as a mattress specialty store to its current status as a full-line furniture retailer with 120 locations across 12 states. They discuss the challenges of navigating the ever-changing retail landscape, including the impact of tariffs and the rise of e-commerce. Kenny also talks about Slumberland's commitment to giving back to the community through its foundation, which has donated over 65,000 mattresses to kids in need.

Kenny Larson - President & CEO Slumberland Furniture

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Kristi Piehl joins host Adam West on the iHeartMedia podcast CEOs You Should Know for a candid conversation about her journey from award‑winning journalist to successful entrepreneur. In this episode, Kristi shares how her background in television news shaped her understanding of storytelling, credibility, and media strategy—skills she later used to launch and grow her PR firm, Media Minefield. Adam and Kristi dive into the transition from newsroom to business ownership, discussing the lessons she learned along the way and how firsthand media experience gives her clients a competitive edge. They also explore real-world stories, crisis communication, and why understanding how journalists think is critical for today’s leaders. The episode offers practical insights for entrepreneurs, communications professionals, and anyone interested in how powerful storytelling drives business success.

Kristi Piehl joins host Adam West on the iHeartMedia podcast&nbsp;CEOs You Should Know&nbsp;for a candid conversation about her journey from award‑winning journalist to successful entrepreneur. In this episode, Kristi shares how her background in television news shaped her understanding of storytelling, credibility, and media strategy&mdash;skills she later used to launch and grow her PR firm, Media Minefield. Adam and Kristi dive into the transition from newsroom to business ownership, discussing the lessons she learned along the way and how firsthand media experience gives her clients a competitive edge. They also explore real-world stories, crisis communication, and why understanding how journalists think is critical for today&rsquo;s leaders. The episode offers practical insights for entrepreneurs, communications professionals, and anyone interested in how powerful storytelling drives business success.

Kristi Piehl - Founder & CEO Media Minefield

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Brigette Wolf is the Chief Marketing Officer at My/Mochi where she leads marketing and innovation and the brand’s transformation for growth. She is responsible for fueling the company’s innovation pipeline through the creation of beyond the core products and partnerships as well as building the brand’s equity and connection to consumers. Previously she was VP, Global Head of SnackFutures, Mondelēz International’s innovation and venture hub which launched in 2018 as part of the global snack leader’s growth agenda. There she ran intrepreneurship on her team launching new start up brands, venture capital and and CoLab, the company’s start-up engagement program.

Brigette Wolf is the Chief Marketing Officer at My/Mochi where she leads marketing and innovation and the brand&rsquo;s transformation for growth. She is responsible for fueling the company&rsquo;s innovation pipeline through the creation of beyond the core products and partnerships as well as building the brand&rsquo;s equity and connection to consumers. Previously she was VP, Global Head of SnackFutures, Mondelēz International&rsquo;s innovation and venture hub which launched in 2018 as part of the global snack leader&rsquo;s growth agenda. There she ran intrepreneurship on her team launching new start up brands, venture capital and and CoLab, the company&rsquo;s start-up engagement program.

Brigette Wolf - Chief Marketing Officer at My/Mochi

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