Chad Fenner, professor of Business Information Technology at Minot State University, was recently appointed as chair of the Dakota Digital Academy/TechND Workforce Advisory Committee.

“In this capacity, Chad will be in a unique position to forge digital and cyber educational needs with current and future workforce needs. These areas of expertise and knowledge will be imperative as he leads a group that is engaged on innovative solutions and creative ideas,” said Mark Hagerott, chancellor of the North Dakota University System.

“This is a great opportunity to build on the digital and cyber strengths of the NDUS with a direct link to the workforce needs across North Dakota,” Fenner said. “It’s a perfect, synergistic opportunity.”

The Dakota Digital Academy is a North Dakota University System initiative that collaboratively leverages digital-cyber oriented education, training and knowledge across all 11 institutions of the NDUS. The Technology Council of North Dakota represents software developers, telecommunications companies, internet providers and content developers, system integrators, educational institutions, state agencies and manufacturers across North Dakota.