Caribou Coffee has long been the unofficial HQ for entrepreneurs, dreamers and doers. And ‘Bou HQ is our way of leaning into the entrepreneurial spirit that’s already alive in our coffeehouses and amplifying your stories that make this community so special.
LATEST STORIES
Mom Badge
Many moms can feel their work raising kids goes unnoticed, but Rachel Frosch, herself a young mom – and entrepreneur – found a way to recognize and reward them. Rachel tells ‘Bou HQ how her idea Mom Badge got its start over Caribou Coffee and the role Caribou plays in her fast-growing business.
Human Powered Health Cycling
Charles Aaron was interested in his next move and the limitless road ahead – preferably on his bike. Several decades later, the self-made, serial entrepreneur runs one of the most successful women’s cycling programs in U.S. history. He splits his time between his Minneapolis team headquarters, competition races across Europe and, of course, his local Caribou.
Amanda Brinkman
Entrepreneur, movement maker and coffee enthusiast Amanda Brinkman joins ‘Bou HQ to talk about the role of purpose in business and the crucial importance of connecting with others to spark ideas.
Jack El-Hai
For many – self-employed freelancers, entrepreneurs and creators – the neighborhood coffee shop can become more than a place to refuel. It’s part of a ritual of connection, concentration and creation. That’s the case for famed Twin Cities writer and long-time Uptown Minneapolis resident, Jack El-Hai. ‘Bou HQ sat down with the author to hear about his work, creative process and his love of coffee.
Fashion Field Report
2020 brought about a change in business attire – and how people think about what to wear to work (wherever that now is). Six years later, for many it’s still a challenge. Now two Twin Cities style and apparel experts are tackling the issue in their podcast Fashion Field Report – and ‘Bou HQ sat down to hear more.
SuperLit
The thing about entrepreneurs – and coffee lovers – is that they keep coming back for more. Take Sachin Bhakta for instance. He joined a startup right out of college, worked his way up to CEO of a healthcare electronic claims company and now, with co-founder Brendan Maas, is pioneering big changes in retail data. ‘Bou HQ sat down with him to hear about the journey.
Omnia Fishing
Dan Wick of Omnia Fishing says his customers are usually lakeside all over the country, but he casts off his innovative business far closer to home: in his local Caribou Coffee, where he still takes meetings to this day.
Fellow
More than a decade ago, Jake Miller was a busy brand marketing manager at Caribou Coffee. Today he’s CEO and founder of renowned, design-led brand Fellow, taking the excellence of the coffeehouse experience to the home enthusiast. ‘Bou HQ caught up with Jake to talk about his days at Caribou, the ideas and inspirations that created Fellow and what’s next for him in the world of coffee.
Find Your `Bou HQ
Find a location near you! Here are a few ‘Bou HQ coffeehouse favorites to consider visiting:
- 604 6th Avenue SE #1, Aberdeen, SD, 57401
- 1924 South Minnesota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105
- 4754 County Road 101 Minnetonka, MN, 55345
- 3354 Rice Street, Little Canada, MN, 55126
- 726 Main Street, Red Wing , MN, 55066
- 3220 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50312
- 9805 Maple Grove Parkway Maple Grove, MN, 55369
- 1295 Babcock Blvd East, Delano, MN, 55328
- 16725 County RD 24, Plymouth, MN, 55447
If you’ve ever used a cozy corner or a handcrafted beverage to kickstart your next big idea, we want to hear it.