TTG in the Community
Join True Talent Group at one of the many events we are hosting or attending this year. Check out the list below of where we’ve been and what we’re doing. From our monthly Marketing & Creative Roundtables, to supporting our True Causes, and engaging in the wonderful community we serve, we’d love to see you and connect.
September 18, 2025, 4:00-6:00 pm at Office Golf
Teeing Off for Success: Adapting Teams to Business Needs
CHRIS PROBST
VP Marketing & Creative
Cambria
In today’s marketing world, change is the only constant. Chris Probst explores the “ever-shifting sands” of the marketing landscape, highlighting the critical disruptions that demand a new approach to team structure and strategy.
He delves into the immediate challenges posed by budget freezes and cuts, discussing how these financial constraints force marketing teams to do more with less, necessitating agile resource allocation and innovative problem-solving.
One of the largest disruptors is the influence of AI and how data-driven decisions are now critical to success. Chris examines how AI is not just a tool for automation but a transformative force reshaping workflows, enhancing targeting, and demanding new skill sets from marketing professionals.
How does a team evolve through all of this change? Chris shares strategies to build resilient, adaptable teams that consistently meet evolving business needs.
October 22, 2025, 7:30-9:00 am
The Secret to Retaining Talent in a Job Search Era
MICHELLE KERR STENZEL
CHRO/CAO/COO
Bench Strategy Advisors
More details about this roundtable is coming soon. If you’d like to be invited to this event or future events, please drop us a note at info@truetalentgroup.com and we’ll add you to the invite list.
Past Events
February 5, 2025, 7:30-9:00 am
Marketing Innovation:
Keeping Caribou on Trend
ERIN NEWKIRK
Chief Brand & Marketing Officer
Caribou Coffee
Join us and hear from Erin Newkirk, Chief Brand & Marketing Officer about how the marketing team is keeping Caribou on trend. She’ll share what they are doing to stay innovative and ahead of the competition.
March 6, 2025, 7:30-9:00 am
Transformation’s Dirty Little Secret:
Why Most Leaders Are Lying to Themselves
LEILANI BLOOMQUIST
Digital Transformation Consultant & Fractional Leader
Leilani Bloomquist Consulting
Why do most organizations continue to fail in an era when digital transformation is no longer optional? Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the hidden truths behind transformation failures. Discover why leaders often misrepresent their progress, how organizational culture plays a crucial role in success, and what actionable steps you can take to break free from the cycle of failure. This talk will challenge your assumptions, inspire new approaches, and equip you with strategies for authentic leadership in a rapidly evolving world.
Key Takeaways:
• Understand why most transformations fail despite significant investments.
• Learn how transparency and cultural alignment can drive real progress.
• Gain practical insights into balancing innovation with operational efficiency.
April 16, 2025, 7:30-9:00 am
Creating Brands that Matter
LANA SLYGH
VP Brand & Integrated Marketing
Thrivent
Last year, Thrivent announced a partnership with the Minnesota Twins establishing a joint fund for fan-directed philanthropy and was also named a Fast Company Brand that Matters. Lana Slygh, VP Brand & Integrated Marketing, will share what it takes to keep a 100+ year old brand relevant, connected with it’s audience, and how to make meaningful impact in the community and beyond.
May 13, 2025, 7:30-9:00 am
From Local Spotlight to National Stage: Powering Business Transformation
CHRIS ILES
VP Communications & Brand Marketing
The Minnesota Star Tribune
Hear from Chris Iles on how The Minnesota Star Tribune transformed from a local media company to a Top 3 National Media outlet. Chris will share the exciting things happening including the inside scoop about their in-house digital agency and how that’s helping drive local MN business.
June 12, 2025, 7:30-9:00 am
Bridging the Gap: Crafting Customer Experiences That Truly Connect & Engage
CATHERINE BECK
VP Customer Experience
Allianz Life