November 12, 2025
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MSP airport retail unit spins off, new CEO

The Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport retail operations of St. Paul-based Airport Retail Group are being split into a standalone business, with investor Megan Bender buying a stake and becoming CEO. The new entity plans to nearly double sales, including by opening a new travel convenience store in MSP’s Terminal 2.

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📌 Key Facts

  • Megan Bender is purchasing a stake and will serve as CEO
  • Airport Retail Group’s MSP operations will separate into a standalone business
  • Plan includes a new Terminal 2 travel convenience store and a goal to nearly double sales

📰 Sources (1)

Megan Bender buys stake in Airport Retail Group's MSP operations, will become CEO
Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal November 12, 2025