Staff

Aaron Arlt serves as General Manager of the Minnesota Northern Lights, overseeing team operations, player personnel, and organizational strategy. As a Thief River Falls business owner, he brings proven leadership, operational expertise, and a hands-on approach to building successful teams and organizations.

Aaron is committed to developing a competitive on-ice product while fostering a positive culture throughout the organization. He is equally dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience for fans, sponsors, and community partners, helping strengthen the connection between the team and the region it represents.

Through his vision, leadership, and commitment to excellence, Aaron plays a vital role in the continued growth and long-term success of the Minnesota Northern Lights.

Mindy Piersol serves as the Minnesota Northern Lights Trainer/EMT and brings more than 30 years of experience in emergency medical services. Throughout her career, she has maintained licensure with both the State of Minnesota and the National Registry, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to professional excellence and high-quality patient care.

Mindy currently serves with the Red Lake Falls Volunteer Ambulance Service, where she provides emergency response and critical patient care to her community. She also serves as an EMT for DMC Motocross Racing in Brooks, Minnesota, providing medical coverage and emergency support for racing events.

With three decades of EMS experience, Mindy brings extensive knowledge, practical expertise, and a strong dedication to public service. Her passion for helping others and commitment to emergency medical care make her an invaluable member of the Minnesota Northern Lights organization.

Don Leathers serves as the Public Address Announcer for the Northern Lights. Originally from Indiana, Don has called Minnesota home for more than a decade and is proud to be part of the local hockey community.

Like many fans of his generation, Don's love of hockey began with the historic Miracle on Ice at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid. One of his most enduring memories is seeing Jim Craig draped in an American flag, searching the stands for his father after the United States' unforgettable victory.

While many fans have a favorite team, Don has always been a fan of a position—the goaltender. As hockey's last line of defense, goalies have fascinated him for decades. From Grant Fuhr and Ed Belfour ("Sioux Forever!") to Patrick Roy, Martin Brodeur, and Marc-André Fleury, Don has admired the incredible saves and game-changing performances that have turned likely losses into memorable victories.

As legendary goaltender Jacques Plante once said, "How would you like a job where, if you made a mistake, a big red light goes on and 18,000 people boo?" It's that unique pressure, skill, and resilience that continues to make the goaltending position Don's favorite part of the game.