October 1, 2024 was an insightful day filled with opportunities to connect with leaders about workforce challenges and resources in North Dakota at the first Minot Area Workforce Summit that took place at the Minot Area Workforce Academy.

Attendees heard from a panel of expert speakers including Pat Bertagnolli from Job Service North Dakota sharing programs and updates, Katie Ralston Howe from the North Dakota Dept. of Commerce who discussed the Workforce Development Council and upcoming legislative session, Jessica Thomasson from ND Health and Human Services speaking about childcare updates and resources, Jane Vangsness-Frisch from the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce talking about the Good Jobs Challenge Grant, and Paige Kuntz from the North Dakota Office of Legal Immigration sharing workforce insights. Additionally, there was a panel of North Dakota Legislators where Rep. Emily O’Brien, Rep. Cynthia Schreiber-Beck, and Rep. Paul Thomas sharing their insights on workforce issues.

We're so grateful to have so many partners joining us to speak and listen! If you want a refresher on the event or didn’t get the chance to attend, you can check out the speakers’ slides below:

Workforce Development Council Presentation

Child Care Presentation

Good Jobs Challenge Presentation

Office of Legal Immigration Presentation