Influencer Fest 2026
Date and Time:
Location:
Hop House at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
2400 Mystic Lk Blvd, Prior Lake, MN 55372
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Join us for a high-energy, educational influencer summit that brings brands and creators together to better understand how influencer marketing works, what success looks like, and how to activate partnerships that drive real business results.
Agenda:
8:00- 8:30 am: Registration & Networking
8:30 – 10 am: Panel Sessions
- Panel 1: Inside the Brand Decision: How Best Buy Invests in Creators
- Panel 2: The Authenticity Gap: What Creators Wish Brands Understood
- Panel 3: The Business Behind the Post
Investment:
Member: $15 early bird rate before April 1; $20 after April 1
Non-member: $20 early bird rate before April 1; $25 after April 1
Event Attendees will receive $25 Free Play for Mystic Lake
Light breakfast and Signature Mocktail will be served.
Co-presented by:
Hosted by:
Greg Alexander
Greg Alexander is the President and Founder of Fab Four Labs Marketing, a Minneapolis-based marketing and media strategy firm that partners with brands to design smarter, more effective advertising c…
View Greg Alexander’s Full BioEmily Carriveau
Emily Carriveau is a seasoned professional and the authentic voice behind Small Town Me, a lifestyle brand where humor meets heart. With over a decade of experience in influencer marketing, Emily spec…
View Emily Carriveau’s Full BioAaron Deets
Aaron Deets is a Social Media Content Marketing Associate at Inspire Medical Systems, Inc., where he creates organic social media content and works with influencers across platforms to raise awarenes…
View Aaron Deets’s Full BioJason DeRusha
Jason DeRusha hosts afternoon drive on WCCO Radio – after a 20 year career on local TV news. He’s a brand ambassador and influencer for brands looking for a trusted voice: he’s partnered with M…
View Jason DeRusha’s Full BioPaige Geary
While pursuing a Marketing degree at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, Paige joined the Digital Marketing Team at Kwik Trip, Inc. in 2019 as the Social Media Intern. Upon graduation, she held a…
View Paige Geary’s Full BioMarney Gellner
Marney Gellner has been a fixture with Minnesota pro sports teams for the last 20+ years. She has established herself as one of the most versatile sports broadcasting voices in the area, working as a …
View Marney Gellner’s Full BioStephanie Hansen
Stephanie Hansen is a cookbook author (“True North Cabin Cookbook Vol 1 and 2” published by Minnesota Historical Press. Emmy winning TV host of the Emmy winning tv show “Taste Buds with Stephanie”, a…
View Stephanie Hansen’s Full BioSara Johnson
Sara Johnson is a brand marketing leader with over 12+ years of experience developing and leading integrated campaigns. She specializes in paid media, partnerships, and data-driven strategies that del…
View Sara Johnson’s Full BioOlivia King
Olivia King is a former Division I hockey player turned media host, broadcaster, and content creator. She produces and hosts Talk Goalie to Me, blending insight and humor to spotlight the athletes sha…
View Olivia King’s Full BioQuinn Kuntz
Quinn Kuntz is a former NCAA Division I women’s hockey goaltender and national champion who has transitioned her on-ice experience into a growing career in sports media and digital content creation. A…
View Quinn Kuntz’s Full BioBen Leber
Ben Leber is a retired 10yr NFL Linebacker who played for the San Diego Chargers (’02-’05), Minnesota Vikings (’06-’10), and St. Louis Rams (2011). He currently works in the Minneapolis/St. Paul medi…
View Ben Leber’s Full BioAllison O’Keefe
Allison O’Keefe is a Senior Influencer Marketing leader at Best Buy, with more than 15 years of experience building and scaling best-in-class influencer and social programs across retail, technology…
View Allison O’Keefe’s Full BioLindsey Ranzau
Lindsey Ranzau is a travel writer and content creator who shares unique and attainable adventures in Minnesota, the Midwest, and beyond. She usually travels with her husband and two young kids in tow…
View Lindsey Ranzau’s Full BioSam Rook
As the Vice President of Marketing for Mystic Lake Casino Hotel and Little Six Casino, I serve as the senior marketing leader responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise’s marketing vision. I…
View Sam Rook’s Full BioKatie Turcotte
Katie is the Director of Influencer Marketing at Ovative, with over a decade of experience driving impactful influencer programs for leading retail, CPG, and tech brands. She specializes in building s…
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