Mary CarlsonMary Carlson

As the Chair of the Wrenshall School Board and owner of Pure Event Planning & Design and Decor Lab Duluth, she approaches leadership with a “solutions-first” mindset. Her track record includes leading a major district consolidation and working across the aisle at the Minnesota Capitol in 2025 to secure vital school aid. A former national forensics semi-finalist at Gustavus Adolphus, she combines effective communication with a collaborative spirit to advocate for rural vitality and curriculum funding. Her perspective is shaped by the daily realities of running local businesses and raising a family with her husband, Cole, and their two children. Outside of public service, she is a dedicated equine rescue volunteer who enjoys life at home with her horses and an alpaca. She is running for the Senate to lead with joy and persistence, ensuring Minnesota’s schools are strong, its economy is thriving, and its communities remain safe for everyone.