GNDC 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 significant engagement within our organization and their respective industries, and I’m confident that their commitment will inspire our entire membership. Their fresh perspectives will help lead us forward as we continue to strengthen North Dakota’s business climate.”
 
The 2025 GNDC Officers include:

• Chair: Molly Barnes (Northern Improvement Company)
• Chair Elect: Danette Welsh (ONEOK, Inc.)
• Past Chair: John Oncken (True North Equipment)
• Policy Chair: Jeremy Rham (Otter Tail Power Company)
• Finance Chair: Tonya Holmstrom (TSH LLC) 

Returning board members are:

• Ryan Ackerman – Ackerman-Estvold
• Alissa Adams – West Acres Development
• Paula Anderson – Sterling Carpet One
• Josh Blackaby – SandPro, LLC
• Kent Blickensderfer – KPB Consulting, LLC
• Don Campbell – Blue Cross Blue Shield North Dakota
• Matt Dunlevy – Aethero
• Cory Fong – MDU Resources Group, Inc.
• Mike Heger – BNI Energy
• Amber Larson – Bartlett & West
• Kevin Magstadt – Adolfson & Peterson Construction
• Peter Matthaei – DakotaMB
• Victor Meyers – Red River Valley & Western Railroad Company
• Todd Schaffer – Sanford Health
• Thomas Stromme – First Western Bank and Trust 

 
“The North Dakota business community is the driving force behind our state's economic success, and GNDC and its Board of Directors serve as the serve as the engine in that effort,” said Molly Barnes, GNDC Chair. “Through strong leadership, vision, and advocacy, we’re building a prosperous future for businesses, workers, and families across the state.”
 
Outgoing board members include Josh DeMorrett (ConocoPhillips), Nick Hacker (The Title Team), and Justin Forde (Midco). GNDC thanks them for their service and dedication over the years.
 
Additional information on GNDC can be found at ndchamber.com.