ND Future Forum

Building on the momentum of its inaugural year, the GNDC's Future Forum returns for its second year. This event is not just about recognizing past achievements; it's about looking ahead to the next century. At GNDC, we recognize that the business community is leading the way towards the future, guaranteeing North Dakota's global competitiveness.

The forum will bring together thought leaders to delve into trends, technologies, and strategies that will drive North Dakota's future progress.

AGENDA
Session Details

• Nick Phillips – Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, Applied Digital
• Matt Naugle – Workforce Development Specialist, Essentia Health

• Brent Sanford – Interim Chancellor, North Dakota University System
• Dr. Steve Shirley – President, Minot State University
• Dr. Polly Peterson – President, University of Jamestown

• Jill Berg [Baby Boomer Representative]
  • Consultant, Insight Consulting, Inc. (formerly Owner/President, Spherion ND/SD/West-Central MN)
• Kent Kolstad [Generation X]
  • President, Livewire
• Kyle Niess [Millennial]
  • CEO, Odney
• Maija Davis [Gen Z]
  • Director of Marketing & Experience, West Acres Development 

• Cassidy Hjelmstad – Chief Executive Officer/General Manager, SRT Communications
• Kent Hartwig – Director of State Government Affairs, Gevo, Inc.
• Matt Steele – Director of Operations, Packet Digital