Mary Younggren ’80 has been named an honoree in the Minnesota Women Business Owners Hall of Fame.

Younggren is owner and principal of , a leading staffing and recruiting agency based in Edina, Minnesota. Advent has earned multiple national awards for its workplace excellence and community impact.

Recognized as an expert in her field, Younggren regularly advises hiring and organizational leaders on navigating workforce challenges and the future of work. She is also a dedicated advocate for women entrepreneurs, having served as president of the National Association of Women Business Owners – Minnesota Chapter.

Her many honors include the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s Women in Business award, the City of Edina’s Volunteer of the Year, Edina Rotary’s Service Above Self and Volunteer of the Year awards, NAWBO’s Achieve! Established Business Owner Award, and the Rotarian of the Year Award.

Younggren will be honored at an in November.