Sibel Terhaar

CEO

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States25 yrs 2 mos experience

Key Highlights

2021 Influencer of the Year by Business Anecdote magazine
Top 50 Impactful People of LinkedIn in 2021
Founder of multiple kindness-focused initiatives

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Kindness Activist and Influencer with a focus on community engagement and leadership.

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Core Skills

LeadershipPurchasing

Other Skills

Non-fiction WriterWritingSocial MediaSocial Media MarketingInfluencerCreative Writing

About

Sibel Terhaar is a KINDNESS activist, motivational influencer, and international author whose inspirational messages on social media have motivated and captured millions of hearts looking for Kindness in a challenging world. The Business Anecdote magazine recognized her as their 2021 Influencer of the Year, and Sibel was one of the Top 50 Impactful People of LinkedIn in 2021. Sibel continues to be a positive and influential voice for those seeking a kinder world.

Experience

Minnesota kind magazine

2 roles

President

Feb 2026 – Present · 2 mos · Minnesota, United States

Spearheaded initiatives to promote the Minnesota Kind brand, fostering a culture of kindness statewide and globally.
Collaborated with feature leaders to enhance community engagement and awareness of kindness initiatives.
Developed strategic partnerships to amplify the magazine's reach and impact, showcasing Minnesota's values.

Founder

Oct 2025 – Present · 6 mos · Minnesota, United States

G100: mission million

2 roles

Minnesota State Chair of Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Business

Feb 2026 – Present · 2 mos

G100 Minnesota State Chair

Feb 2026 – Present · 2 mos

As Minnesota State Chairwoman of the G100 Million Mission, I lead the development of a statewide network of City Chairs to advance entrepreneurship, sustainability, and humane leadership.

Minnesota kind

Founder

Feb 2026 – Feb 2026 · 0 mo · Minnesota, United States · Remote

Minnesota KIND is a digital magazine covering what’s happening across Minnesota, with a focus on stories that reflect our communities, challenges, and acts of kindness. We highlight current events, real people, and moments that show how Minnesotans show up for one another.

Purchasing

Heal the world with kindness

2 roles

Founder

Jan 2026 – Present · 3 mos · Minnesota, United States · Remote

Founder

Sep 2025 – Present · 7 mos · Minnesota, United States · Remote

Leadershipup magazine

Founder

Jan 2026 – Present · 3 mos · United States

Leadership

Chasing kindness

Founder

Jan 2026 – Present · 3 mos · Minnesota, United States

Leadership up

Founder

Jan 2026 – Present · 3 mos · Minnesota, United States

Xcel energy

Category Manager

Aug 2025 – Present · 8 mos · Roseville, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid

IT Hardware

Leadershipup magazine

Chief Executive Officer

Jan 2025 – Jul 2025 · 6 mos · United States · Remote

Our magazine highlights the most influential and visionary executives and leaders from around the world, showcasing their insights, achievements, and leadership stories.

Graco

2 roles

Global Category Manager

Jan 2016 – Aug 2025 · 9 yrs 7 mos · Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Strategically leading sourcing initiatives across packaging, chemicals, hardware, filters, wheels, and label categories. I leverage comprehensive market trend analyses to inform decision-making and negotiate contracts that yield substantial cost savings. By optimizing procurement strategies and cultivating strong supplier relationships, I enhance operational efficiency and drive value creation for the organization. My proactive approach ensures that we not only meet but exceed our sourcing goals, positioning the company for long-term success.

Senior Global Sourcing Specialist

Nov 2010 – Jan 2016 · 5 yrs 2 mos · Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Global Senior Sourcing Specialist/ Category Management Oversight
I effectively assumed category management responsibilities, leading sourcing initiatives across diverse categories. I utilized market analysis to negotiate favorable contracts and enhance procurement strategies, delivering significant cost efficiencies.