Lindsay Slanga

Lindsay Slanga is the Hospitality Director at Indeed Brewing Company, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota.3 In her role, she oversees the brewery's taproom experience and has been instrumental in adapting the business to changing circumstances, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Slanga has been at the forefront of Indeed Brewing's efforts to enhance their outdoor spaces and improve the overall guest experience. Some of her notable contributions include:

1. Expanding the brewery's patio into the parking lot, dubbed "The Lot," and adding features like tents, beer garden tables, fire pits, and heaters to accommodate year-round outdoor seating.2

2. Implementing a reservation system and tableside service to improve the guest experience and ensure safety during the pandemic.1

3. Overseeing the transformation of various spaces within the brewery, including:

   • Converting the loading dock into "The Den," a lounge area after work hours
   • Creating "Up Top," a 6,700-square-foot space with spaced-out tables and lounge areas
   • Establishing "Quincy Corner," a to-go window for beer and snacks2

4. Branding the reimagined taproom experience as "Beerland," offering diverse spaces and experiences for different comfort levels.2

Under Slanga's leadership, Indeed Brewing has received compliments from guests about feeling safe in the space and appreciating the staff's commitment to safety precautions.2 Her efforts have helped the brewery adapt to challenging circumstances while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction and safety.