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The Role of Technology in Shaping Thriving Communities
As North Dakota looks to the future, one truth is clear: technology is no longer an industry—it is infrastructure. It powers our homes and hospitals, sustains our farms and factories, and connects communities in ways once thought impossible.
At the GNDC's Future Forum, we are convening leaders who are not only innovating within their industries—but actively using technology as a tool to build stronger communities and expand opportunity across our state.
Panel Spotlight: Advancing Community Through Tech
Panelists include:- Cassidy Hjelmstad, CEO/GM, SRT Communications
- Kent Hartwig, Director of State Government Affairs, Gevo
- Matt Steele, Director of Operations, Packet Digital
- Moderator: Dan Inman, CITO, Minnkota Power Cooperative
Immediately following the panel discussion, GNDC’s Vice President of Government Affairs Andrea Pfennig will host an agency response conversation with Corey Mock, North Dakota’s newly appointed Chief Information Officer and head of North Dakota Information Technology (NDIT).
Together, the business and government conversations will provide a comprehensive picture of how tech is being harnessed to support economic development, public service, and quality of life—today and for future generations.
Future Forum: Planning for the Next Century of Growth
The Future Forum is a signature GNDC event designed to shift the conversation from legacy to leadership. The day’s sessions will explore how the private sector is shaping North Dakota’s next 100 years, with a focus on workforce, education, healthcare, energy, and innovation.
Whether you attend in-person or virtually, you’ll leave with actionable insights and strengthened connections to leaders across sectors who are working to build a more resilient, prosperous state.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: June 18, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Minnkota Power Cooperative, Grand Forks, ND
Hybrid Option Available
Register now or view agenda online.