The Carlson School of Management's 1st Tuesday Speaker Series began in 1992 to provide an opportunity for alumni and friends of the Carlson School to continue their management education. The 1st Tuesday Speaker Series features top executives addressing hot topics in business and leadership.

Held on the first Tuesday of every month at the McNamara Alumni Center, with a virtual participation option, the program attracts alumni and business leaders from throughout the corporate community and has become an attractive spot for professionals in the metropolitan area to network.

The April event features Tim Herbert, CEO and President of Inspire Medical Systems. 

Tim Herbert has served as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board of Directors since November 2007. Prior to joining Inspire, Mr. Herbert spent 11 years at Medtronic PLC., a medical equipment development company, where he held management positions in product development, clinical research, sales, marketing, and healthcare reimbursement.

Herbert holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from North Dakota State University and an M.B.A. from the University of St. Thomas.