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Tuesday, November 19, 2024Greater North Dakota Chamber Launches National Civics Bee®
[Bismarck]—The Greater North Dakota Chamber proudly announces the launch of the 2025 National Civics Bee®, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Hosted in partnership with The Civic Trust® of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition in North Dakota will inspire middle schoolers to become better informed about American democracy, to engage respectfully and constructively in the community, and to build greater trust in
Thursday, November 14, 2024Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) Announces Andrea Pfennig’s Promotion to Vice President of Government Affairs
BISMARCK, N.D. – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Andrea Pfennig to Vice President of Government Affairs. In her new role, Pfennig will lead GNDC’s efforts specific to policy development, advocacy, legislative relationship engagement, and legislative initiatives, furthering the organization’s mission to support and strengthen North Dakota’s business climate. “Andrea has demonstrated exceptional leadership, commitment, and insight in addressing key policy
Tuesday, November 12, 2024GNDC Issues Statement on Housing Recommendations
BISMARCK, ND – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) CEO and President, Arik Spencer has issued a statement today specific to Governor Burgum’s North Dakota Housing Initiative Advisory Committee’s committee recommendations for addressing housing needs. "The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is encouraged by the Housing Initiative Advisory Committee’s essential discussion on addressing the state’s housing challenges. This issue profoundly impacts employers' ability to attract and retain the workforce
Tuesday, November 12, 2024Greater North Dakota Chamber Applauds Specific Election Outcomes
[Bismarck] – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) celebrates the successful election outcomes, with North Dakota voters choosing experienced leaders who are prepared to tackle the state’s most pressing issues and foster growth. This election saw a significant return of Chamber Champions, including 26 senators and 49 representatives who have a proven track record of supporting policies that help North Dakota’s businesses thrive. GNDC's Chamber Champion designation honors legislators who earned an
Thursday, October 24, 2024Vote NO on Measure 4—It’s a Risk North Dakota Can’t Afford
As the President and CEO of the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC), I’ve had the privilege of working with businesses across our state, from local shops in our small towns to large enterprises, all driving our economy. One common thread runs through all these conversations: our businesses deeply care about their communities and the people who live and work in them. That’s why I’m expressing our strong opposition to Measure 4, the proposal to eliminate property taxes. At first glance, the idea of
Friday, October 04, 2024GNDC Announces Board of Directors for 2025, Names Officer Team
[BISMARCK] The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors, along with the slate of officers for 2025. Joining the GNDC Board are Andrew Askew – Essentia Health, Matthew Chaussee – CareerViewXR, Jade Scherr – HexaHive, Steve Thomas – Cirrus Aircraft, and Troy Walker – Dakota Carrier Network. “We’re thrilled to welcome these new board members,” said Arik Spencer, GNDC President and CEO. “They have already demonstrated
Wednesday, September 25, 2024Pfennig Graduates from U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program
Fellowship Provides State and Local Business Leaders with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce Issues WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, September 20, Andrea Pfennig, Director of Government Affairs of the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) graduated from the ninth cohort of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s premier business leadership program, the Business Leads Fellowship Program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local
Friday, August 02, 2024GNDC Issues Oppositional Statement on Constitutional Measure to Eliminate Property Tax (Measure 4)
BISMARCK, ND – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has issued an official statement opposing Measure 4, a constitutional measure that seeks to eliminate property tax in North Dakota. After careful analysis and consideration, GNDC strongly believes this measure poses significant risks to the state’s long-term economic stability and the well-being of its communities. Arik Spencer, GNDC CEO and President: “GNDC opposes the abolishment of property tax (Measure 4) due to the significant risks it poses
Thursday, August 01, 2024GNDC and Impact Dakota Celebrate Manufacturing Workforce with 2024 Faces of Manufacturing List
[BISMARCK]— The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) and Impact Dakota are thrilled to unveil the 2024 list of Faces of Manufacturing in North Dakota. This collaboration aims to highlight the dynamic and evolving workforce in the manufacturing industry, which continues to advance with technological innovations and increasing demand. Jodie Mjoen, President and CEO of Impact Dakota, emphasized the industry's significance: "Every manufacturer is vital to our North Dakota communities, providing exceptional
Monday, July 29, 2024Inaugural North Dakota’s Governors Cup Donates $125,000 to Attract and Retain ND’s Workforce
Bismarck, N.D. – North Dakota’s Governors Cup, in partnership with the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) Foundation, is making a generous donation of $125,000 to the ND Career Builders Scholarship & Loan Repayment Program. This contribution is poised to make an impact on the future of many students and workers across the state. The donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the state of North Dakota, effectively doubling its impact. This match will enhance the program's ability to provide crucial
Friday, April 26, 2024GNDC Announces Fireside Chat with David Alexander, President of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems at Future Forum Event
Bismarck, ND – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is excited to announce a special fireside chat featuring David R. Alexander, President of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), at the upcoming Future Forum event. The event, celebrating GNDC's 100-year anniversary, will take place on June 4, 2024, at Minnkota Power Cooperative in Grand Forks, ND. Mr. Alexander is a respected leader in the aerospace industry, known for his contributions to the development and advancement of remotely
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024GNDC Announces Presenters for Women in Business Luncheon
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is pleased to announce the distinguished presenters for its upcoming luncheon honoring this year’s 15 Women You Need to Know and 5 Women to Watch in ND Business. The event will take place on May 7 at Sixteen 03 Main Events in Bismarck. Dr. Kristi Jean, Quality Engineer at ComDel Innovation in Wahpeton, ND, will be one of the featured presenters at the event. Dr. Jean brings a wealth of experience in product development and manufacturing, serving a variety of
Tuesday, April 09, 2024GNDC Announces Additions of CareerViewXR and Minnkota Power Cooperative To Cornerstone Leaders
Bismarck, ND - The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is pleased to announce that CareerViewXR and Minnkota Power Cooperative have become Cornerstone Champion investors, demonstrating their commitment to supporting North Dakota's business community and the future of the economy. CareerViewXR (by Be More Colorful) is a leader in virtual reality (VR) for CTE education, providing career awareness solutions that nurture talent pipelines by bringing field trips into the classroom. Their innovative
Monday, April 08, 2024North Dakota Future Forum: Celebrating GNDC 100 Years and Charting North Dakota's Next Century
Grand Forks, North Dakota - The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is proud to announce the North Dakota Future Forum, a milestone event celebrating the organization's 100-year anniversary. Scheduled for June 4, 2024, at the Minnkota Power Cooperative in Grand Forks, this forum will bring together leaders from across North Dakota to discuss and explore the trends, technologies, and strategies that will drive the state's future progress. "The GNDC Future Forum is not just a celebration of our past
Wednesday, March 27, 2024GNDC Unrolls Full Agenda For Workforce Showcase
Bismarck, ND - The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is excited to announce a groundbreaking event designed to showcase the plethora of workforce resources available to North Dakota businesses. The event, titled "GrowND: Workforce Solutions Showcase," will take place on April 23 at the North Dakota Heritage Center. This three-hour event will kick off with an intense two-hour session featuring a series of concise, 10-minute vignettes. These sessions will provide attendees with a comprehensive overview
Saturday, March 23, 2024Greater North Dakota Chamber VP Appointed To ND Small Business Development Center Advisory Board
[BISMARCK] - The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is proud to announce the appointment of Amanda Remynse, Vice President of Operations and Outreach, to the North Dakota Small Business Development Center (ND SBDC) Advisory Board. In her role at GNDC, Amanda Remynse has been instrumental in fostering relationships with businesses across the state, advocating for policies that support economic growth, and supporting initiatives that benefit North Dakota's business community. Her appointment to the ND
Saturday, March 23, 2024Pfennig Selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program
Fellowship Provides State and Local Business Leaders with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce Issues WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to announced Andrea Pfennig, Director of Government Affairs of the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) was selected to participate in the ninth cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce, economic
Tuesday, March 12, 2024GNDC Announces 2024 List of Women To Know and Watch in North Dakota Business
Today, the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is pleased to introduce its annual lists of 15 Women You Should Know and 5 Women to Watch in North Dakota business. These lists spotlight individuals whose achievements are driving progress in their organizations and industries. The 15 Women You Should Know in ND Business are acknowledged for their proactive approach and exceptional leadership. GNDC is spotlighting these trailblazers who are being acknowledged from every level – within their organizations,
Tuesday, December 19, 2023GNDC Opposes Proposed Property Tax Measure, Urges North Dakotans to Decline Petition
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has issued a statement today expressing strong opposition to the property tax petition currently in circulation, aimed at amending the North Dakota Constitution. Arik Spencer, President and CEO of GNDC, voiced concerns about the proposed initiated measure, emphasizing its potential to restrict political subdivisions' authority to levy property taxes. According to the proposal, starting in 2025, the state would be mandated to provide replacement payments at 2024
Monday, November 13, 2023GNDC Announces Board of Directors for 2024, Names Executive Team
[BISMARCK] The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) announces the appointment of five new board members to its Board of Directors, as well as the full slate of officers for 2024. Joining the Board is Alissa Adams – West Acres Development, Josh Blackaby – SandPro, LLC, Amber Larson – Bartlett & West, Victor Meyers – Red River Valley & Western Railroad Company, and Thomas Stromme – First Western Bank and Trust. “We are excited to introduce our new board members, whose diverse expertise and dedication
Tuesday, August 01, 2023GNDC and Impact Dakota Celebrate Manufacturing Workforce with Faces of Manufacturing List
[BISMARCK] The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) and Impact Dakota are excited to announce their inaugural list of FACES OF MANUFACTURING in North Dakota. Impact Dakota and GNDC partnered to showcase a workforce in an industry that continues to evolve with technology advances and demand. Jodie Mjoen, Impact Dakota President/CEO stated, “Every manufacturer is vital to our North Dakota communities providing awesome careers to our hard-working families, friends, and neighbors; making all the products we
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Tuesday, June 06, 2023GNDC Launches Legislative Scorecard, Name 83 Chamber Champions
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) today launched the GNDC Legislative Report - How They Voted. This scorecard, initially presented exclusively to GNDC membership, reviews the voting record of legislators from the 68th Legislative Assembly on business-related legislation. GNDC President and CEO, Arik Spencer stated, “GNDC has been publishing a scorecard for decades holding legislators accountable by scrutinizing their voting performance. That is the truest definition of just where they stand.
Monday, March 20, 2023GNDC Announces List of Top Women to Know and Watch in North Dakota Business
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) is excited to announce their inaugural lists of 15 Women You Need to Know and 5 Women to Watch in North Dakota business. These lists call out individuals to celebrate their success as these accomplishments are furthering the progress of their organizations and industries. This list of 15 Women You Need to Know in ND Business is comprised of agents of action. In building the list, GNDC looked at trailblazers at all levels – in their organizations, among their
Tuesday, October 18, 2022JOINT RELEASE: North Dakota has a strong business climate
The Challey Institute for Global Innovation and Growth, in partnership with the Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC), formally released the results of a business climate survey that was conducted over the summer of 2022. More than 200 businesses completed the North Dakota Business Conditions and Climate Survey conducted by the Challey Institute for Global Innovation and Growth at North Dakota State University. The survey assessed the state’s regulatory and business environment to gain insights into
Tuesday, July 14, 2020LETTER TO THE EDITOR: DAPL Decision Sends Wrong Message to Business Developers
The Greater North Dakota Chamber stands with industry leaders and elected officials across our country speaking against the decision made by U.S. District Court Judge James Boasberg. His ruling to stop and drain the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) in order for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to complete an environmental impact statement creates burdens for our businesses and disruptions during a time when investment, infrastructure development, and certainty in processes are needed the most. The oil and
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020GNDC to Hold Virtual Policy Summit
BISMARCK - The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has announced a format change and their panel schedule for the 2020 Policy Summit. This annual event, in its ninth run, brings together business and government leadership to discuss policies impacting North Dakota’s business climate and address issues impacting the growth of our state. Due to COVID-19, GNDC will be providing this experience virtually with an interactive platform. The event, featuring 5 panels, will run Tuesday, August 25 through
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020LETTER TO THE EDITOR: GNDC Calling for Business Liability Legislation
Over the past three months, COVID-19 has brought uncertainly and stress to our lives. People are worried about their health, their loved ones, and their economic future. The pandemic’s impacts have seeped into every corner of our society and will continue to fester for the foreseeable future, and it could take years before we will see a full economic recovery. As businesses, small and large, have worked to provide the essential products and services we all rely on, or have recently reopened, they have
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Wednesday, April 15, 2020GNDC and Sen. Hoeven Partner to Host Business Forum with Federal Partners
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) in partnership with Senator Hoeven will hold a Business Forum on Friday, April 17, 2020, at 10:00 AM CDT. This call forum is for business leaders, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce to hear from Senator Hoeven and other key federal agencies, responsible for implementing the CARES ACT as well as gather input from those businesses who are having successes or challenges as programs take effect. Senator Hoeven has extended invitations to key federal
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Wednesday, April 08, 2020LETTER TO THE EDITOR: GNDC Supports Governor’s Approach to Shelter-In-Place
Right now the world is under incredible pressure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pressure to stop the spread and to make healthy choices for the greater good. There are other pressures at play too – pressures on our businesses and economy as well as our leaders who are working to develop policies and guidance to ease impacts. President Trump has time and again referred to this crisis as a war against an invisible enemy. This wartime feeling has triggered an operating behavior that the US hasn’t seen or felt
Wednesday, March 25, 2020GNDC and ND Dept of Commerce Partner to Hold Series of Business Briefings for those impacted by COVID
BISMARCK - The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) in partnership with the North Dakota Department of Commerce will hold a series of COVID-19 North Dakota Business Briefing Calls continuing on Thursdays at 11:00 AM CDT. These calls are for businesses, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce to discuss current solutions for stressors created by COVID-19 effects. These calls are a continuation of the COVID-19 North Dakota Business Briefing that was held on March 19. This call provided a high-level
Wednesday, March 18, 2020GNDC and State Agencies to hold COVID-19 North Dakota Business Briefing Call
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) in partnership with North Dakota State Agencies will hold a COVID-19 North Dakota Business Briefing Call on March 19 at 11:00 AM CDT. The call is for businesses, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce to discuss current solutions for stressors. Governor Doug Burgum will provide opening remarks with the most current information available, followed by the ND Department of Commerce, to include federal and state resources available to businesses and the
Tuesday, October 01, 2019GNDC Announces Addition of Two Board Members
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) announces the appointment of two board members. Joining the board is Steve Swiontek – current Executive Chair of Gate City Bank, and Dan Conrad – Executive Vice President at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND). The appointments of these individuals bring the board membership to 26. “The GNDC Board of Directors is comprised of an incredibly talented group of leaders representing business across the state. This is further demonstrated with the additions of
Monday, September 09, 2019GNDC Joins Coalition to Ensure Ex-Im Bank Remains Active
BISMARCK, ND – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) has joined a coalition coordinated by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) to support the Export-Import Reauthorization Act of 2019. This bill - S. 2293, introduced by Senator Cramer (R-ND) and Senator Sinema (D-AZ), ensures that the U.S. Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank does not expire. Other members of the coalition include numerous state and local chambers who support manufacturers and agricultural producers who sell products at the global
Wednesday, August 28, 2019Greater North Dakota Chamber to host US Chamber Vice President at Annual Policy Summit
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) will hold our annual Policy Summit on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, in Bismarck, at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center. This annual event brings together business and government leadership to discuss policies impacting North Dakota’s business climate and address issues impacting our state’s future growth. The closing keynote of the day is Ronald Eidshaug, Vice President of the United States Chamber’s Congressional and Public Affairs Division to speak on “Big
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Thursday, July 11, 2019Greater North Dakota Chamber to hold annual Policy Summit
The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC) invites you to attend the 2019 Policy Summit on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, in Bismarck, at the Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center. This annual event brings together business and government leadership to discuss policies impacting North Dakota’s business climate and address issues impacting our state’s future growth. This premier public policy forum is a non-partisan event open to members and non-members of the Greater North Dakota Chamber. Attendees have cited
Tuesday, July 09, 2019Amanda Remynse is GNDC's new director of communications
GNDC is pleased to welcome Amanda Remynse as the organization's new director of communications. Remynse comes to GNDC from the North Dakota Department of Commerce where she has worked for more than five years. She had served as the department’s workforce talent and project coordinator where she spearheaded a number of projects. She held prior positions with Job Service North Dakota and worked for Bismarck-based marketing agency, KK BOLD. As communications director, Remynse will oversee GNDC’s internal and
Thursday, April 04, 2019GNDC welcomes six new members to its Board of Directos
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GNDC welcomes six new members to its Board of Directors New members add greater generational, sector, regional diversity to make current board “the most broadly representative” in many years (BISMARCK, N.D., April 4, 2019) – The Greater North Dakota Chamber (GNDC), North Dakota’s largest and leading business advocacy association announced today the appointments of six new members of their Board of Directors: Matt Dunlevy, Martin Hannig, Tonya Holmstrom, Vaune Johnson, Kevin
