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    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
     

    8:30: WELCOME and Host Kickoff
     
    8:45: Housing Solutions to Solve Workforce Challenges
    MODERATOR: Michael Hoagberg (Headwaters/AVA)
    • Essentia Health, Nick Phillips (Applied Digital)
    Agency Response: Christopher Schilken (ND Dept of Commerce)
     
    9:45: The Future of Higher Education
    MODERATOR: Matthew Chaussee (CareerViewXR)
    • Brent Sanford (ND University Systems), Dr. Steven Shirley (Minot State University)

    10:30: Networking BREAK
     
    10:50: Four Generations in the Workplace
    MODERATOR: Heather Ostrowski (Gate City Bank)
    • Jill Berg (Spherion Staffing), Kent Kolstad (Livewire), Kyle Niess (Odney), Maija Davis (West Acres Development)

    11:50: LUNCH
     
    1:00: FIRESIDE CHAT
    Michael Teague (VP, Government Relations - ONEOK) & Arik Spencer (GNDC)
     
    1:45: BREAK
     
    2:00: Advancing Community Through Tech Innovation
    MODERATOR: Dan Inman (Minnkota Power Cooperative)
    • Cassidy Hjelmstad (SRT Communications), Kent Hartwig (Gevo), Matt Steele (Packet Digital)
    Agency Response: Corey Mock (North Dakota Information Technology)

    3:00: CLOSING Remarks

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    GNDC has a room block for attendees. Book with our rate here. 

     

    Event Sponsors

    Premier Sponsor
    Minnkota Power Cooperative, Inc.
    Silver Sponsors
    ONEOK, Inc.
    Xcel Energy
    Bronze Sponsors
    American Crystal Sugar Co.
    BNI Energy
    Dakota Carrier Network
    Gate City Bank - Corporate
    General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
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    Date and Time

    Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
    8:30 AM - 3:00 PM CDT


     

    Location

    HYBRID EVENT - Online or in-person
    Minnkota Power Cooperative (Grand Forks)

    5301 32nd Ave South Grand Forks ND 58201

    Fees/Admission

    Members: $99

    Non-Members: $150

    Day Rate: $175 (applies June 17 & 18)

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