CEOs You Should Know - Minneapolis

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Join us on the "CEOs You Should Know - Minneapolis" 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!

  1. Jul 13

    Corey Scott: CEO of Midwest Dairy

    Corey Scott is the CEO of Midwest Dairy, the dairy promotion organization that works on behalf of dairy farm families across 10 Midwestern states to build trust and demand for dairy products. Scott joined Midwest Dairy as CEO in March 2024. Prior to Midwest Dairy, Scott served as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Athian and held several leadership positions for more than 15 years with Land O’Lakes and its sustainability division, Truterra LLC. She received her Executive MBA and undergraduate degrees from the University of Minnesota and the Carlson School of Business. In 2023, she was selected as one of GreenBiz’s 12 Women Cultivating Sustainable Food Systems and earned a U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award for her work in reducing dairy’s overall environmental footprint. As CEO, Scott provides strategic leadership to Midwest Dairy’s staff and supports the Midwest Dairy Board as the organization works to fulfill its vision to bring dairy to life and its mission to give consumers an excellent dairy experience. Through her leadership, Midwest Dairy maximizes dairy farmers’ investment in the dairy checkoff by strategically collaborating with partners, focusing on research, and building consumer trust and demand for dairy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. Jul 10

    Robert Barrosa: President & CEO of Electrify America

    Robert Barrosa is the President and CEO of Electrify America, where he leads the company’s mission to build a seamless and customer-focused EV charging network across North America. Since joining Electrify America in 2018, he has held several executive leadership roles overseeing technology, energy management, product planning, and infrastructure development to support the fast-paced deployment of Electrify America’s charging stations. Electrify America operates more than 5,600 chargers across 1,080 stations in 47 states, plus the District of Columbia, and seven Canadian provinces. With more than 16 years of experience in EV infrastructure, Robert has helped shape Electrify America’s growth. He led the launch of the Electrify Canada charging network in 2018 and has overseen key business areas including partnerships, marketing, and e-commerce, as well as the Electrify Home and Electrify Commercial business units. In 2025, drivers completed more than 20 million charging sessions on Electrify America’s network, a 21% increase over the prior year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Jul 10

    Tim Bratland: President of Crystal farms

    Tim Bratland is the President of Crystal Foods Dairy Company, which is headquartered in Edina, Minnesota, and the leading natural retail cheese brand in the upper Midwest. Tim has over 30 years of experience in large and small CPG companies and worked in multiple functions including Finance, Integrated Marketing Communications, Brand Management, Sales, Operations, Integrated Business Planning, and Integration Management, which has given him unique insights into all aspects of a business and allowed him to create an enterprise that is cohesive, coordinated and competitive. His experience has allowed him to successfully implement Integrated Business Planning into multiple companies, lead integrations of acquired companies, and modernize and future-proof Crystal Farms by developing a new three-year strategic growth plan. His ability to simplify complex issues, desire to engage employees at all levels, and ability to always see a glass as “half full” have created an organization that is motivated, engaged, and empowered. He holds a BBA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MBA from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. Outside of leading Crystal Farms, Tim strongly believes in giving back to his community. He is involved in his local church and serves on several boards, including the Alumni Board of the University of Wisconsin School of Business, and the Ronald McDonald House-Upper Midwest Charities. He also currently serves as the Co-Chairperson of the Twin Cities Wisconsin School of Business Alumni Relations Committee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. Jul 1

    Emily Seidel: CEO Americans for Prosperity

    Emily was appointed as chief executive officer of Americans for Prosperity in 2017. As CEO, Emily drives the organization’s mission and strategy to build a permanent grassroots presence that educates and activates citizens to advocate for policies that will help people improve their lives. Emily has been a public policy advocate for the past decade, building policy coalitions of principled lawmakers to unleash opportunities for all Americans to pursue their dreams. Emily also served as the director of special projects at Koch Companies Public Sector, where she worked on a team to build some of the capabilities that make up the Stand Together community today. Emily has over two decades of experience in policy and politics.  She spent 12 years serving the U.S. House of Representatives, working for various House Republican leaders in the Speaker’s office and at the House Republican Conference, including Vice President Mike Pence. Emily is a graduate of Middlebury College, with a focus on international politics and economics. Originally from Minnesota, Emily and her husband now live in suburban Virginia with their two children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. May 19

    Kathleen Enright: President & CEO Council on Foundations

    In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Kathleen Enright, the President & CEO of the Council on Foundations, as she shares her remarkable journey and the incredible work of her organization. From her childhood in Kentucky to her current role as a leader in the philanthropic sector, Kathleen's story is a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and collaboration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. May 4

    Gabie Boko - CMO NetApp

    In this episode of the podcast, NetApp CMO Gabie Boko, a seasoned tech leader who shares their journey from startups to leading a major company like NetApp, sits down with us. We discuss the importance of learning from failures, finding passion in tech, and making a difference in the industry. The conversation also touches on the company's mission to remove friction between data and innovation, and how AI is integrated into their customers' and team's work. With a focus on data infrastructure, NetApp is changing the game in the AI era. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. Mar 20

    Kenny Larson - President & CEO Slumberland Furniture

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kenny Larson - President & CEO Slumberland Furniture

  8. Jan 15

    Kristi Piehl - Founder & CEO Media Minefield

    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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Join us on the "CEOs You Should Know - Minneapolis" 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!

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