Kristen Bowlds

Board Member

Kristen Bowlds has a passion for marketing. A young leader at C.H. Robinson working in market research and industry marketing, her focus abruptly shifted following the birth of her second child as she experienced multiple heart attacks due to Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD). After her diagnosis, Kristen has worked hand in hand with MHIF to raise awareness and generate research funds to make a difference.

Her advocacy forums include the first-ever Minnesota 5K SCADaddle run for research, NBC’s the Today Show, ABC News Live, and multiple local television and radio network specials that put heart health at the forefront. She brings a wealth of marketing knowledge, a passion for heart health, and a unique personal perspective to MHIF.

Kristen has a Marketing & Management degree from Iowa State University and lives in Chanhassen with her husband and two young children.

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The Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation® (MHIF) strives to create a world without heart and vascular disease. To achieve this bold vision, we are dedicated to improving the cardiovascular health of individuals and communities through innovative research and education.

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Brad Paisley at Heart 360: Concert for Heart Research

Ready to celebrate with a community that has heart? We are excited to announce Heart 360 Concert for Heart Research on Saturday, November 2 at The Armory with headliner and award-winning country music singer Brad Paisley! Purchase GA tickets via Ticketmaster, or Premium VIP tickets today:

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