Twin Cities Startup Week 2018

Pets have a way of bringing people together and that’s exactly how Chuck Anderson and Don Tauer met. Their involvement in owning, training and showing German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Schipperkes, Border Collies and mixed breeds is how Chuck and Don met and became friends. But how did they turn that friendship into a successful pet supply retailer, in one of the most competitive industries? Join us for an informative panel discussion to hear and learn from their story. Following their vision, today Chuck & Don’s, a Minnesota-based company, has stores in Colorado, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
 
This special panel, as part of Twin Cities Start Up Week, will share insights and inspirations from four members of the Chuck & Don’s team.
 
Panel:
1) Carol Moline, Manager Store Design
2) Christine Schraml, Marketing Lead
3) Megan Hulse, Buyer
4) David Zimmerman, District Operations Manager
 
Moderated by the event host, STAR, the panel will cover a range of topics including:
 
1) Turning a vision into a viable business
2) Differentiation in a competitive market
2) Connecting digital with the retail environment
3) How the Chuck & Don’s physical environment plays a role in telling the story of their brand.
4) and more….
 
Everyone at Chuck & Don’s is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which they operate. Their participation in TCSW is just another way they give back. Come with your own questions. This is a great opportunity to learn from a local, innovative, and leading retailer.