Breakthrough T1D Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter

?? Meet Our Speaker: Cameron McElroy! ?? We’re excited to have Cameron McElroy as a panelist at the February 22, 2025, Community Summit at the Mall of America! Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just two years old, Cameron has been part of the T1D community for 28 years. She attended Camp Needlepoint as both a camper and counselor and has participated in four Breakthrough T1D Ride to Cure events. Cameron lives in Savage, MN with her husband, Kevin, and their dog, Oakley, and they’re expecting a baby boy this May! ?? She works as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Continua Interiors and enjoys running, concerts, game nights, and binge-watching Friends. ?? When: Saturday, February 22, 2025?? Where: Mall of America??? Registration: Free! Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gU39Bh-K Come hear Cameron’s inspiring journey and connect with others in the T1D community. We can’t wait to see you there! #CommunitySummit #BreakthroughT1D #Type1Diabetes #MallOfAmerica #T1DStrong

?? Join us at the Breakthrough T1D Community Summit on Feb. 22 at the Mall of America—and don’t miss the inspiring Jennifer Kirk! With over 28 years as a business leader, Jenn has navigated a thriving career in finance while balancing life as a mom and living with T1D since 1975. Her journey—through decades of advancements in diabetes tech, and while serving on multiple high profile corporate boards and as a Senior Finance Executive at Medtronic -- has shaped her into a resilient leader, advocate, and problem-solver. Jenn feels "blessed to have been on the 'winning' side of technology advances over the last five decades. Without these advancements, I would not be here today. Living with T1D is like having a nagging, demanding, invisible conditions that never stops needing attention. Some days you’re winning, other days, no matter how well you manage it, your blood sugars still go wild for reasons you can’t control. My journey with T1D has helped me become a better mom, a more empathetic leader, a creative thinker and an advocate for myself and others." Come hear her story and connect with the T1D community! Register now for free: https://lnkd.in/gU39Bh-K #T1DSummit #BreakthroughT1D #Type1Diabetes #Community #Inspiration

We’re thrilled to celebrate Elsa Bullard as a 2024 Carol and Erwin Laurie Award nominee! Please join us in recognizing Elsa for her incredible contributions to Breakthrough T1D. ??

Join us on February 22 at Mall of America for the free Breakthrough T1D Community Summit! This must-attend event offers: ? Expert insights on T1D research & technology ? Connections with others who understand your journey ? Interactive sessions for practical T1D management As Dr. Molly Carlson shares in her blog, this summit is about education, support, and empowerment. https://bit.ly/4jvulDF Don't miss out—register free now! https://bit.ly/3DyqR2u #BreakthroughT1D #T1DCommunity #Type1Diabetes #DiabetesSupport #T1DStrong #DiabetesAwareness #CommunitySummit #T1DLife #DiabetesEducation #StrongerTogether

Join Us Online: Breakthrough T1D Virtual Community Summit Our 2025 virtual Community Summit events officially kick off this month, starting with our session, “Bodies, Relationships, and T1D” on Wednesday, February 19, at 6 p.m., ET. This free, virtual event is perfect for all ages and stages of type 1 diabetes (T1D) (and loved ones, too). Register now and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/3Q3A1Y2 #BreakthroughT1D #Breakthroughs #T1D #VirtualCommunitySummit

?? FREE T1D Antibody Screening at Mall of America! ?? Join us at the Community Summit on February 22 for a FREE TrialNet T1D antibody screening—a simple test that can detect type 1 diabetes early, even before symptoms appear. ?? Mall of America ?? February 22 ?? Completely FREE! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and take a proactive step for your health or your loved ones. ?? Register now: https://bit.ly/3DyqR2u Tag a friend who should know! ?? #TrialNet #T1D #CommunitySummit #MallofAmerica #BreakthroughT1D

?? Register Now for the February 22, 2025, Community Summit! ?? ?? When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 ?? Time: 9 AM - Noon ?? Where: Mall of America Join us for an inspiring morning featuring: ? T1D Success Stories ? Your Blood Sugar Might Be Under Control, But What About Your Emotions? ? Advances in Type 1 Diabetes Research ? Networking Opportunities This FREE event brings together experts, inspiring stories, and groundbreaking insights to empower and connect the Type 1 Diabetes community. ??? Register today to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/3E1wjvb Let’s create breakthroughs together! #CommunitySummit #BreakthroughT1D #T1DResearch #DiabetesSupport #MallOfAmerica

?? A Huge Thank You to Dr. Molly Carlson! ?? We’re incredibly grateful to Dr. Molly Carlson, MD, for her insightful blog post highlighting the Community Summit hosted by Breakthrough T1D in Minnesota! Her thoughtful reflections and expertise are an inspiration to everyone navigating life with type 1 diabetes. If you haven’t had a chance to read her post yet, check it out here: https://bit.ly/4jvulDF . It’s packed with valuable perspectives from the event and showcases the power of community in driving change. Thank you, Dr. Carlson, for your dedication and for sharing your voice with all of us. ?? #ThankYou #Type1Diabetes #BreakthroughT1D #CommunityMatters

?? Meet Our Speaker: Dr. David Tridgell, MD! ?? Join us at the February 22, 2025, Community Summit at the Mall of America, where we’re honored to feature David Tridgell, MD, a Board Certified Endocrinologist at Park Nicollet. Dr. Tridgell brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the table. A graduate of the University of Minnesota for both undergraduate and medical school, he further honed his skills during his Internal Medicine Residency at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. He then completed his Endocrinology Fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle. Whether you're seeking to learn more about Type 1 Diabetes management, gain insights into cutting-edge treatments, or simply connect with the community, this is an event you won't want to miss! ?? When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 ?? Where: Mall of America ??? Registration: Free! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3E7LVNW Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Dr. Tridgell and other incredible panelists. Let’s build connections, share knowledge, and create breakthroughs together! #CommunitySummit #BreakthroughT1D #Endocrinology #MallOfAmerica Park Nicollet Health Services David Tridgell

?? Meet Our Speaker: Nicole Brown! ?? We’re thrilled to have Nicole Brown joining us at the February 22, 2025, Community Summit at the Mall of America! Nicole’s journey with Type 1 Diabetes began 3 ? years ago when she was unexpectedly diagnosed through DKA, with no prior family history or gestational diabetes. From day one, Nicole has been determined to make diabetes work within her active lifestyle—not the other way around. As a mom to 3 boys, Nicole finds joy in strength training, snowboarding, hiking, cooking and baking from scratch, and, of course, indulging in lots of ice cream! ?? Her story is one of resilience and adaptability, and she’s excited to share her insights with the community. ?? When: Saturday, February 22, 2025 ?? Where: Mall of America ??? Registration: Free! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3E7LVNW Come hear Nicole’s inspiring perspective and connect with others passionate about navigating life with T1D. We can’t wait to see you there! #CommunitySummit #BreakthroughT1D #Type1Diabetes #MallOfAmerica #StrengthInCommunity