Join host Cynthia Kirkpatrick for an inspiring conversation with Maxine Clark, the visionary founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop. Clark is not only the creator of the beloved stuffed animal empire but also a passionate community leader, educator at Washington University, and current ambassador for St. Louis through her work on the Delmar Divine project. This episode explores Clark’s remarkable journey from law school aspirations to retail revolution, revealing how curiosity, authenticity, and “kid think” became the foundation of her extraordinary success.

This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone seeking to rediscover their sense of wonder and possibility. Listeners will learn how to harness curiosity as a superpower, build authentic connections in business and life, and recognize opportunity in everyday moments. After listening, they’ll be equipped with practical wisdom about customer-focused innovation, the importance of asking questions, and how to maintain childlike creativity while building serious business success.