LAB MPLS 12/20/24 LAB MPLS 12/20/24

Local Creatives Unite: A Year of LAB Talks

LAB Talks are an opportunity for community members to connect over coffee, creativity, and of course, conversation. The best part? Every LAB Talk is free and open to the public - always. This year, we covered everything from fashion to food. Grab a coffee with us and take a peek inside our favorite mornings of the year.

LAB MPLS 10/23/24 LAB MPLS 10/23/24

The Spirit of Survivalism and Reaching the Bamboo Ceiling: Inside our Culinary Experience LAB Talks

This October, the final LAB Talk of our 2024 series offered a chance to celebrate that magic—bringing food, creativity, and conversation together around a free cup of coffee with our community.

LAB MPLS 5/28/24 LAB MPLS 5/28/24

Inside a Weekend with Clare Vivier: LAB Talks + Trunk Show Recap

We were thrilled to welcome Clare Vivier and her team from Los Angeles to join us for this panel, where she shared the story of how she went from growing up in St. Paul to creating the iconic Clare V. brand we can’t get enough of.

LAB MPLS 3/7/24 LAB MPLS 3/7/24

Inside the Wellness World with MN-Made Brands: A LAB Talk Recap

We were honored to welcome women of Odele, Rae Wellness, Welly, and Sigma Beauty to the stage in conversation with our very own Creative Director, Mollie Windmiller.

LAB MPLS 12/20/23 LAB MPLS 12/20/23

A Community in Conversation: 2023 LAB Talks in Review

In 2023, we hosted three LAB Talks at Glass House, all focusing on a different topic centered around our pillars: Create, connect, and collaborate.

LAB MPLS 10/20/23 LAB MPLS 10/20/23

“Be Who You Needed When You Were Young” – LAB Talks Cultural Collision Recap

On a crisp fall day at Glass House, over 150 community members gathered to sip on Get Down Coffee Co. brews and connect over style and self.

LAB MPLS 8/1/23 LAB MPLS 8/1/23

LAB Talks Recap: Creativity in the Kitchen

In the thick of summer, outdoor dining, and impromptu gatherings, LAB wanted to dive deeper into what the creative process looks like for chefs and home cooks alike in the kitchen.

Kate Wing 3/16/23 Kate Wing 3/16/23

“To Create with Connection, You Have to Give a Damn” - Takeaways from our March LAB Talk

Whether it’s standing up to impostor syndrome or thinking about how to create warmth in a space, this chilly March morning left an impression on me both creatively and personally.

LAB MPLS 10/12/22 LAB MPLS 10/12/22

Alignment + Authenticity: Takeaways from September's LAB Talk

On a sunny fall morning, we gathered at Glass House to host an event we haven't hosted in over two years. LAB Talks are back and better than ever!

LAB MPLS 9/22/20 LAB MPLS 9/22/20

LAB Talk: Brand Collaborations for the Greater Good

LAB MPLS 7/25/20 LAB MPLS 7/25/20

LAB Talk: How To Design For Life

Moderated by Kate Nelson (Artful Living) with Chris Plantan, Kate O’Hara (Martha O’Hara Interiors), Amy Hendel (Hendel Homes), and Lea Johnson (Creekwood Hill).

LAB MPLS 7/16/20 LAB MPLS 7/16/20

LAB Talk: Exploring The Creative Process | Vol. 2

Moderated by Jerrod Sumner (Brandtabulous) with Justin Sutherland (@chefjustinsutherland) and Adam Turman (@adamturman)

LAB MPLS 5/28/20 LAB MPLS 5/28/20

LAB Talk: How To Focus Your Passion + Define Your Brand

Moderated by Jerrod Sumner (Brandtabulous) with Stephan Brown (Glitterville).

LAB MPLS 5/7/20 LAB MPLS 5/7/20

LAB Talk: Renovate To Rent: You Can't Do It Alone

Moderated by Kelly Kegans (Mpls St. Paul Home + Design) with Heather and Brad Fox (Fox Homes), Mercedes Austin (Mercury Mosaics) and Elise Nicpon (Room & Board).

LAB MPLS 4/9/20 LAB MPLS 4/9/20

LAB Talk: Exploring The Creative Process

Moderated by Jerrod Sumner (Brandtabulous) with Diane Moua (Spoon and Stable, Bellecour and Demi) and Ashley Mary (Ashley Mary).

LAB MPLS 2/19/20 LAB MPLS 2/19/20

LAB Talk: Navigating the Podcast Movement

Moderated by Levi Weinhagen (Yes, That Levi) with Twila Dang (Matriarch Digital Media), CJ Fortier (Blunt Cuts), Elizabeth Ries (Best to the Nest) and Beth Gibbs (PodMN).