Community Leaders Breakfast

About

Join Breakthrough T1D for an inspiring morning with Shari Ballard, CEO of Minnesota United FC.

Shari has more than 25 years of retail leadership experience. In August 2021, she moved into professional sports as CEO of Minnesota United FC, the state’s Major League Soccer franchise. Before that, she was president of multichannel retail for Best Buy Co. Inc., where she led all U.S. Best Buy stores, e-commerce, Best Buy Mexico, and the company’s real estate strategy. She serves on the boards of Ecolab Inc. and Allina Health. Shari will retire at the conclusion of the 2026 season, after five years leading Minnesota United.

Moderator Patrick Klinger will talk with Shari about:

• Leadership through change
• The power of teamwork
• Connecting with your community

Hosted by Emily Brandes Sawers, Partner at Jones Day and 2027 Walk Twin Cities Champion.

Come hear what it takes to build a winning culture, and connect with local leaders who are helping drive toward cures for type 1 diabetes and make everyday life better for the people who face it.

Complimentary pastries, fruit, and coffee will be served.

Attendees must RSVP