Who We Are
Meet Ben Hooghkirk - Your Marketing Maestro
Discover the heart and soul of Roslyn Marketing in Ben Hooghkirk, a 26-year-old dynamo with a marketing degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth Business School. Ben’s professional journey is marked by his leadership in marketing for an array of local enterprises, including three hotels, two restaurants, and a notable brewery. His hands-on experience is the bedrock upon which he builds innovative and successful marketing strategies.
Ben’s life is a vibrant tapestry woven with his passions for snowboarding, surfing, camping, and volunteering, painting a picture of his profound bond with Duluth and its natural surroundings. These passions are intertwined with his professional ethos, showcasing his ability to merge lifestyle with business acumen.
His upbringing in the Northwoods of Minnesota and Duluth, coupled with unique family influences, has deeply enriched Ben's perspective. Growing up with a mother who served as a midwife, Ben gained early and intimate exposure to the local business scene and community networks. This experience provided him with a grassroots understanding of the community's heartbeat, allowing him to intuitively grasp market dynamics and customer needs.
Ben’s narrative is one of deep community ties, outdoor enthusiasm, and marketing expertise. His life’s work reflects a commitment to leveraging his local insights and professional skills to empower businesses in Duluth and beyond.