Join us for the 2026 Governor’s Workforce Summit, where policymakers, employers, educators, and community leaders will come together to strengthen North Dakota’s talent pipeline and economic competitiveness.
Hear Governor Armstrong share his vision for a modernized workforce system during a special fireside chat, and be among the first to learn the Workforce Development Council’s new statewide recommendations.
This year’s Summit delivers fresh insights on AI, emerging technologies, and the future skills shaping North Dakota’s workforce.
A highlight of the event will be a fireside chat with Governor Armstrong, where he will share his vision for the state’s workforce system, including opportunities to modernize services, strengthen industry partnerships, and support long‑term economic growth.
The Summit will also feature the public announcement of the Workforce Development Council’s recommendations—a key milestone ahead of the 2027 Legislative Session. These recommendations will help advance a unified statewide strategy focused on aligning systems, improving outcomes for workers and employers, and driving coordinated action across the workforce ecosystem.
Attendees will explore some of the most pressing workforce issues of our time, including:
AI’s impact on North Dakota’s workforce, with insight into national trends and potential implications for state and local partners.
How emerging technologies are shaping future talent and skill needs, including opportunities to strengthen readiness across education, industry, and workforce systems.
Together, these conversations will equip leaders with forward‑looking perspectives and actionable insights to support a resilient, innovative, and people‑centered workforce system.
Detailed schedule and parking information will be shared with registered attendees.
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