Local TikTok Creator Panel (New Location!)

This conversation will highlight the realities of content creation on one of today’s most talked-about platforms: what works, what doesn’t, and how to keep audiences engaged. Our panel of Minnesota TikTok creators will share their experiences, strategies, and insights on building community through short-form video and how they are planning for the uncertain future of the app.
Please note our new location at broadhead. in Minneapolis (North Loop) -
Panelists:
Emmaline Childs ()
Emmaline is a Minnesota-based content creator and social media storyteller. She creates relatable, humorous, and heartfelt videos about Midwest life, Minnesota culture, and everyday millennial experiences in the corporate world. Her content often blends humor with purpose, inspiring audiences to laugh, reflect, or take action.
Bryan Clapper ()
Bryan is a real estate broker and content creator who started his career in the newspaper business before transitioning to real estate 11 years ago. He’s grown a small but dedicated following by highlighting the quirkiest traits of Minnesota communities, garnering more than 19 million views in the first eight months of 2025 while doubling his small brokerage’s revenue.

A blogger, live streamer, and social media adopter before any of that was cool; Jason has been a digital innovator in Minnesota media since 2003. On TV, he's answered "Good Questions" and anchored the morning news at WCCO-TV. Today, he's talking about news and life on 830 AM WCCO and videostreaming his show on X, YouTube, and Facebook. You can follow Jason's weekly newsletter "DeRusha Download" on Substack.
Sade Young ()

Sade is a social media professional and community builder with over six years of experience in digital strategy and storytelling. Through her platforms on TikTok and Instagram, she highlights small businesses, local events, and the people who make her community unique, while also partnering occasionally with national brands. Known for her authenticity and openness around mental health and continued self-discovery, Sade has built a trusted connection with her audience as a no-niche creator who simply shares what she loves. Her work focuses on using social media as a tool to bring people together and amplify the voices of small businesses.

8:00 am - Networking/Coffee & Breakfast (bagels, cream cheese, & bacon)

8:25 am - Welcome/Announcements

8:30 am - Presentation

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