Президент DSU Скотт Моландер рассказал о спасении бренда Lids и росте Hat World

DICKINSON — In this episode of “Coffee with Scott,” DSU President Scott Molander reflects on co-founding Hat World Inc., acquiring and saving the Lids brand, and helping Lids grow into a major retailer specializing in athletic headwear, sports apparel and fan merchandise. Learn how Hat World grew from a temporary holiday mall kiosk into a national retail chain by tapping into an underserved market, acquiring competitors and expanding beyond headwear into sports apparel. Scott also shares the pressures that came with rapid growth, the leadership lessons he learned while building a national company and the risks, challenges and failures he encountered along the way as an entrepreneur. "The pen is mightier than the sword." As a professional writer with more than 10 years of experience, Kelly lives by these words. With a bachelor’s degree in communication, majoring in broadcasting and journalism, and a fiery passion for writing that began in childhood, she uses the power of words to make an impact in the community — informing, educating, and entertaining a wide range of audiences. As a journalist, what Kelly loves most about her job is the ability to bring unique stories to the public and give people a voice that can be heard around the world. Whether through print or digital platforms, her goal is to share stories people enjoy reading while spreading valuable information that supports the welfare of southwest North Dakota and its people.