Hello everyone! Welcome to today’s @MNMOmag Twitterview with Stacie Clark of @TigerAthletics. Lets get running!

Tell us a little bit about yourself Stacie. Where did you grow up and go to school?

Stacie:    I went to college at Indiana University in Bloomington Indiana. But I call Minnesota “home”:)

I see. So when did you decide that you wanted to get into the training/workout business?

Stacie:    I’ve always been athletically inclined…loved sports and anything that had to do with working out.

So after college, I became certified and started training on the side and doing group classes, races,

I ended up having such a passion for it and life itself, I mean it is a “lifestyle”..that I decided

to do this full-time with my husband Chris Clark…LOVE IT!

So Tiger was born in 2005

That’s great to be able to share your passion with your husband! Did it take some courage to start your own Co?

Stacie:    ABSOLUTELY! A lot of hard work and passion…it’s a journey, but one well worth being traveled.

What was your orginal business plan as to what services you’d offer to the public?

Stacie:    The 1st biz plan was to originally offer classes and training for youth athletes ages 6-15yrs.

We have since expanded to over 20 youth/adult weekly class offering; summer FIT camps;

Mexico FIT adventures, private coaching, team coaching/training and more! You can now find us all over

the Twin Cities metro:) We are mobile so it’s generally easy to find us at one of our locations.

What would you say drives your passion to help people get or stay fit? Is mental coaching involved in what you do?

Stacie:    What drives my passion is seeing the joy of everyone’s success and seeing them move thru space…

so that’s a wide client base…but such a niche. It involves passion on our end just as much as the

physical ability and mental coaching aspect to motivate the audience we have.

If someone is thinking about starting on an exercise regiment for the 1st time. What do you recommend to start with?

Stacie:    From there, most people generally lack a cardio base/foundation and core training….so it’s our job

to assess and write a program that is realistic for them to handle and achieve with success. I always

like giving my clients “homework” to do on their own too. When they don’t do it, I know it…:)

More about you. Your FAVORITE: Place to run, restaurant, store, athletic gear, hobby other than exercise.

Stacie:    FAV places to run r: Mexico on beach & French Park in Plymouth…miles of trails. So beach + trails.

FAV restaurant: Kobe sushi Plymouth;my husband’s laughing b/c he says I need to say “Texas Roadhouse!”

FAV store: LOVE shopping in NY..fav is Zara, H&M, Barneys Coop…in my past life I was the

Fashion Director for Marshall Fields-turned-Macys..so I love Fashion. For me,what I wear has to be

functional as well…it’s my everyday outfit. I shop at Lululemon;looking cute is part of the job too!

Can you explain what MEXICO Fit is about and what you’re launching today?

Stacie:    Mexico FIT is a group trip we organize 2xs/yr; Feb and Nov. The great thing @ the trip is it makes you

want to train in advance and excel while your there. We train 2-3 hrs/day. You get results in just

4-5 days…then the last day we do an Adventure FIT race. U go beyond what u think u can do. Today we

we are launching 20+ classes geared towards youth & adult hi-energy fun, but result-oriented.

Sure to make u sweat! Classes are $20 single or class packs of 5,10, 20 for discounted px’s. Would love

to see you all come out & give us a try. Find us: Planet Spirit,Hot MamaEdina, MiniHops, Balanced Barre

Sounds like training for women since they are at womens stores? Anything going on this summer?

Stacie:    It’s training for men & women..only Hot Mama is a female store. YES! Summer FIT camp. Kids ages 4-18 train w/Chris

and the adults (moms,dads, nannies,athletes) train with ME! Think hurdles, strength bags, pushups, dirt

hills, weights, sandbags and more! SO FUN! Most importantly the kids and adults train simultaneously

Joel:    Thanks for sharing today Stacie some of your work and passions on #MNMOtv! Have a great week and keep up the good work!

Stacie:    on the field. Summer Camp starts June 12th! Thank you and hope to see you!

@JoelECarlson – Hello everybody, and welcome to the landmark TwitterReview of @DepotMpls, because it is a local landmark. :)

@DepotMpls – Thanks for having us today, this is an exciting time of year for us!

Q – #1    So @DepotMpls, what is some of your history? How old are you and when did your use as a building change to what you are today?

A: The old MKE Road Depot was constructed in 1899 & remains 1 of the last long-span, truss-roofed sheds in the nation

The most activity was 1920′s when the Milling District & the trains were busling w/ activity. This was the hub of Mpls!

Last trains left in 1971 & it set empty for several years til Gary Holmes (CSM Corp) came up with an idea for it.

Here’s a cool pic of The Depot back in it’s prime day bustling w/ activity. http://twitpic.com/398kue

CSM proposed 2 hotels, mtg space, restaurant, bar, indoor ice rink & waterpark for the space.

Interestingly, 1 of components of the city accepting the idea was the Ice Rink! They wanted a “Rockefeller of Mpls”.

The original train shed & clocktower were renovated to ice rink/ mtg space & historic suites. Rest of Depot was built.

Pic of the clocktower bldg back in the day (former offices for railroad & ticket counters). http://twitpic.com/398mdk

Q – #2    When were the renovations done, and is the clock-tower open to the public to tour?

A: CSM renovated & built The Depot in 2000 and opened in July 2001. We’re getting ready to celebrate 10 yrs!

The clocktower is pretty amazing, but very difficult to get up so we aren’t able to offer tours of the tower.

You can tour the bldg, which features our “Great Hall”, original marble floor, gold leaf plated ceilings & woodwork.

If you pay close attention, you’ll even feel dips in the marble floor where ppl lined up to buy tickets & caused wear.

Q – #3    So what special opening is happening on WED Nov 24th?

A: Every year we turn the “Depot Pavilion” into an indoor ice rink for a few months. Wed, Nov. 24th is opening day!

Here’s what skating looks like, you can see all the original truss work & smoke stacks. http://twitpic.com/398p7n

It’s a holiday tradition & we see many families come each yr. Skate rental is available from kids 10 to adult 14.

We even get an occasional proposal on the ice & we’re happy to play a special song & clear the ice upon request. :-)

Q – #4    Better to have a proposal on the ice instead of being on “the rocks” right? :) Any wedding ever done there?

A: We haven’t had an actual wdng on ice (great idea tho), BUT we’ve had wdng parties skate after the I do’s still dressed

Q – #5    What other kind of events to you have at @DepotMpls, and when it’s not frozen over, what is the Depot Pavillion used for?

A: We host a lot of gala’s, awards ceremonies, wdngs, team building events, etc… in both Great Hall & Pavilion (rink).

Even w/ ice we have a temp floor + carpet we can put down in hrs & convert rink to this: http://twitpic.com/398t9x

Because the ice is cooled from below, room temp can be warmed for other events & most have no idea they are on ice!

Q – #6    I missed asking this earlier, what are the hours that the skating rink is open and what are the fees?

A: The ice rink is open a variety of hrs, always check DepotRink.com to verify. Admission is $8 (adults), $7 rental.

For all of our twitter followers & those that read your blog, here’s a $2 off admission/person coupon! http://is.gd/hmbKd

And new this year, we’re adding special treats to those that check in on @foursquare & possibly others. So check in there too!

Q – #7    That’s a nice offer! What are the less crowded times of day to come, and are skating lessons available?

A: Mornings are the least crowded. We don’t offer lessons, but you can rent a “walker” which really helps beginners!

Interesting point: Depot Rink reuses all its ice (scraped during season) to cool the heating equipment in the Depot!

Q – #8    Any tips or suggestions on how to dress for an indoor skating rink?

A: We keep the rink at 55 degrees, so it’s fairly comfortable w/ a sweater & jeans & maybe light gloves.

@JoelECarlson – Great! Thanks for your history lesson about the @DepotMpls and have another great season with the ice rink!

@DepotMpls – THANK YOU for having us, there really is a lot of fun history around here. If you come, explore the whole complex.

@JoelECarlson – Hello everyone and welcome to the 1st Twitterview of the new school year. Today’s guest starts with the letter “B” – @bobstanke

@bobstanke – Hi Joel!

Q – #1    So @BobStanke – where did you grow up, and what HS did you attend in honor of the 1st day of school today for many?

A:    I was born in WI, but moved to St. Paul when I was 1yr old. Went to St. Bernard’s HS in STP (class of ’97).

Q – #2    I see. So after HS, what kind of schooling/training did you get, and what led you to your current job?

A:    I went to @UWEauClaire and majored in Management Info Systems (MIS)

Q – #3    @bobstanke – What got you from @UWEauClaire to your current job today?

A:    With that degree I went on to work for a mktg company as an Oracle DBA. Progressed to IT Project Mgr, and now to social media.

Been in social since in 2007, now current title is “Social Media Manager & Community Catalyst” for @lifetimefitness

At @lifetimefitness I’m responsible for social content, brand management, and a few special CEO-projects along the way.

Q – #4    Great! How is it in using social media to promote fitness and exercise? Any challenges at the beginning?

A:    Well, fitness and health are passions for many people, so the audience is already there, making it a little bit easier.

Challenges have been and always will be content generation. This culture was not use to that, so had to introduce it.

We are in such a content-rich business, but just did not have the platforms to show it, social provides that now.

Twitter: @lifetimefitness Facebook: http://facebook.com/lifetimefitness YouTube: http://youtube.com/myLifeTimeFitness

And the newest addition to that, our official company blog: http://blog.lifetimefitness.com

Q – #5    Interesting. So who are some people/businesses that you have benefited from following on Twitter for you job?

A:    @sarahkayhoffman because of her passion for health/fitness. @experiencelife -also very good for providing solid content

There are TONS of unbelievable resources/publications out there, but we have the world’s best right here in-house.

Q – #6    Let now shift to you. What are your FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, sport and tech gadget.

A:    I like to eat at Zahtar. Store: Best Buy/Dick’s Sporting Goods, Sport: BASKETBALL! Gadget: My EVO 4G running Android

On the gadget front: I am a gadget freak! Ever checked out @gdgt? http://user.gdgt.com/robertstanke/

Q – #7    With all of the recent changes, (i.e picks,trades,FA’s) what are your expectations for the @MNTimberwolves this year?

A:    I think we will do better than last year by about 10 games, but we are 2-3 yrs from playoff material.

I truly think the @MNTimberwolves win is off the court this year. Their interactive team is killing it in social media.

I only have 2 dream jobs: 1. I am currently working there. 2. To work for the @MNTimberwolves. One day, own the team!

Q – #8    They do have good SM folks. So what’s a goal you have (per/biz) for yourself for the next year or so?

A:    Keep moving up the ranks here @lifetimefitness and continue to build my blog, focusing on personal dev/productivity.

I am also signed up to run in a bunch of athletic events over the next 12 months, so a lot of training as well.

Got some things cooking from a biz standpoint with @RachelRyanPR as well, so seeing where that goes.

Also, I am doing a series of webinars/seminars this year to give back to the community. http://bit.ly/SocialSafety

Q – #9    Good for you! :) So to end today, what thought or mantra would you like to share with everyone?

A:    #1: Be true to yourself. #2: Don’t forget the people who helped you get where you are today.

Oops. I gave the wrong URL for my webinar/seminar series. It is: http://bit.ly/dnHMY5

@JoelECarlson – Good points. Thank you for your time and comments today @bobstanke. Have a good short week and keep Tweet’n!

@bobstanke – Thanks, and the same back to you. #jectv http://bobstanke.com

@JoelECarlson – Hello everyone and welcome to today’s Twitterview of @erinklegstad. Lets get things started!

@erinklegstad – hi, Joel! Thanks for having me!

Q – #1    So @erinklegstad, where did you grow up and what were some things you’ve done in your life to get you where you are today?

A:    home = Hallock, MN. College = UofM, Morris // BA in English.Post-college = newspaper reporter in Spicer & @echopress.

: always enjoyed writing and had amazing high school English teachers and an awesome English advisor at UMM!

Q – #2    What kind of work and locations have you had since college?

A:    news editor at the Kandiyohi Co Times in Spicer (now Lakes Area Review) & a county beat reporter @echopress in Alex.

since June 2008, I’ve been a communications rep for @capxprojects (part of @XcelEnergyMN). Love my job!

Q – #3    Cool! So how long have you been using Social Media tools, and which ones do you use?

A:    thanks! I use @facebook to keep in touch with friends, but twitter is my social media tool of choice!

I’ve also been toying with the idea of starting a healthy living/fitness blog. Just haven’t found the time!

Q – #4    Have you started any friendships based on a friend/follow? Who are some you’ve benefited from following?

A:    so many fantastic tweeters! @hyedi is a close friend of mine; we met via twitter & mutual friend @JennaBennett01.

other faves include @nutritionisteat, @LivBtrNutrition, @bert22, my sis @amiklegstad. Too many to list!

I follow many food/health/wellness tweeters, as health/wellness/fitness R my passions! Love their tips & recipes! :)

Q – #5    Do you use any Social Media tools in the work that you do?

A:    we just implemented a twitter account this year (@capxprojects), but that’s it….

our public outreach = open houses, direct mail, website, as our stakeholders aren’t that twitter-savvy. :) #

ooo, I forgot! I also use @foursquare (personally, not for work).

Q – #6    I see. Well lets go to the FAVS: Favorite – restaurant, store, summer activity and color.

A:    fave restaurant(s) = @BirchwoodCafe and @FrenchMeadow! Both have great patios and amazing organic local food.

fave store = hands-down @lululemon and @lululemonSWE! @Nordstrom and J. Crew are also up there. :)

fave summer activity is road biking! I ride with @Birchwood_Bikes & am competing in the state road race on Saturday.

: other fave activities include @corepoweryoga and running. Time with friends rocks, too, as does being outside.

fave color… can’t choose just one! Black, of course, chocolate brown, turquoise. Depends on my mood :)

Q – #7    Wow, you are an active person! How have you found the Twin Cities biking community to be like?

A:    I rarely sit down! :) TC bike community is incredible! We’re fortunate to live in such a supportive community…

great trails, many dedicated bike lanes, @niceridemn! And most importantly, there are awesome cyclists here!

Q – #8    Awesome!  Our time is almost up. To end, what advice or mantra would you like to share today?

A:    my advice… sweat once a day (courtesy of @lululemon), live life to the fullest, love what you do & embrace change!

@JoelECarlson – Thank you for participating and sharing some of your thoughts and life today. Have a great afternoon!

@erinklegstad - it was my pleasure! Thank you for having me on twitteriew! Enjoy your afternoon as well :)

@JoelECarlson – Hello everybody, and welcome to the PM version of Twitterview. Our guest is fitness & marketing fanatic @KellyOlexa. Lets go!

@KellyOlexa – Hello!! TGIF!

Q – #1    So to start @KellyOlexa – Where did you grow up, and what are some of the steps you took in life to get where you are today?

A:    I grew up, kind of all over the place. Born in Toledo, moved to Boston, St. Louis, Chicago, Columbus (OSU) then Chicago

NOT an Army brat, but Dad was in Sales and got promoted all the time, we were transferred

To answer 1st question – the most important steps I’ve taken professionally to get me here: building relationships.

Focusing on the long-term over the immediate. Always a win.

Q – #2    Good advice!So what is is that you are currently involved with professionally, and where does fitness fit into your work?

A:    It’s funny because although my blog KellyOlexa.com certainly is now a part of my “work” or my personal brand, that was

Never planned. I started blogging when I was in a sales role for another company. It was primarily for accountability

I became interested in getting fit when I started gaining that “Corporate 10″ after college

Originally, I kept my fitness passion and my blog SEPARATE from my “work”, my 9-5 job.

I had no idea that eventually my blog, my blogging, my vlogging would all begin to work for me, and provide business

was never my intention to make $ from my blog. When I say business opportunity, blog opened the door to new friends.

those friends often had Biz ? regarding social media, how to use it for their business, or how to REACH bloggers.

Now, I work at NMS (www.nms.com) and my familiarity with blogging/vlogging/blogger relationships helps our discussions

Additionally, I’ve ended up meeting business contacts by originally talking about fitness topics, business came second

Q – #3    So when people either say “What do you do for work?” or “What’s your job title?” what do you tell people?

A:    I work with New Media Strategies, providing customized social media strategy for Fortune 500 brands.

I also work independently with several fitness celebrities and small fitness companies on more “fit” focused objectives

AND! I’m just now finishing my first book, on social media for business, of which I am very proud!

Q – #4    Does that fit on a biz card? :)  So who are say 10-15 people that you follow on Twitter for inspiration, humor or help?

A:    I WISH it could fit on a business card!! I usually say, “Just Bing Me.”

Some of my favorite friends that inspire me, teach me and help me: @armano, @thebrandbuilder, @kriscolvin, @lizstrauss

Of course @garyvee who changed my life! @cbarger and @connieburke are sassy and smart. @ScottMonty is solidness.

Also @Hoo_dee_Hoo @jylmomIF @todaysmama @krista_parry @amylburford @galexina @chcgogrl @erinjshea all ladies that ROCK

Q – #5    Also, what’s the title of the book, and when will it be available?

A:    I can’t share title of the book yet, or my publicist will shoot me!! But she tells me it could be published w/in 3 mo

Q – #6    Okay, we’ll wait and prevent the shooting. :) So what Social Media “tools” have you gravitated to use the most, and why?

A:    Well without a doubt Twitter is my boyfriend. Facebook is like my ex-boyfriend that I’m still friends with.

Blogging is my little sister. You can’t take it away from me, it’s soooo important.

Twitter is where I have met and connected with EVERYONE that has changed my life professionally over the past 2 years

I have over 30 contributors in my book (that were interviewed) and I met ALL of them and became friends via Twitter.

Twitter for the biz professional is a MUST do. Of course it is also a MUST DO RIGHT. Spammers like @ameliaguyen: NO

Q – #7    AMEN!  Now to more about you and the FAVS question: Favorite – restaurant, store, summer activity and tech gadget?

A:    Favorite tech gadget: I cannot function without my Crackberry.

FAV restaurant is 1) Any good sushi restaurant, in particular NOBU 2) Houston’s for steak 3) @ajbombers for burgers

Favorite stores: @bakersshoes @potterybarn @anntaylor @victoriassecret #jectv <—Although HELLO some of these BITE at SM.

My new favorite summer activity, just started RUNNING, due to @amylburford’s influence.

Another favorite Summer Activity: drinking margaritas.

Q – #8    A very active life! So if you could invite just 1 person (dead/alive) for dinner, who would you ask, and why?

A:    Joel Osteen. Because I am never ever walking away from hearing him speak or reading him and NOT happy/excited.

Q – #9    Any personal fitness or work goals that you’ve set for yourself for the next 6mos to 1yr?

A:    I want to reach the ability to run for a full hour, non-stop. I want to do unassisted pull-ups; SOME DAY.

Work goals are to get bigger and better every week, to never stop learning, to always put relationships & others first

Yes! Thank you so much @KellyOlexa for your time and sharing some of yourself today in your Twitterview. Have a great weekend! #jectv

Q – #10    Cool! To end today, what thought or mantra would you like to leave with everyone following today?

A:    Aim High, Never Settle.

@JoelECarlson – Yes! Thank you so much @KellyOlexa for your time and sharing some of yourself today in your Twitterview. Have a great weekend! #jectv