Join us for NDPC's Spring Conference, where communicators from across North Dakota gather to connect, learn and grow. This year’s event will feature engaging speakers, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities designed to elevate your skills and inspire your work. Don’t miss this chance to collaborate with other industry professionals and stay ahead in the ever-evolving communications field.

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Agenda

8:00 a.m., Registration check-in; continental breakfast available
8:45 a.m., NDPC Annual Business Meeting
9:00 a.m., Welcome, NDPC President Sarah Mudder
9:05 a.m., Keynote Speaker: “Leadership Through Storytelling,” Rachel Brewster
10:20 a.m., “Hold My Phone: Building Relationships with Gen Z,” Tammy Jo Taft, Hanna Weiland and Sarah Monilaws
11:05 a.m., “Teaching, Talking & Teaming Up on the FM Area Diversion,” Tara Ekren and Amy Wieser Wilson, Ph.D.
12:00 p.m., NDPC Awards Luncheon
1:15 p.m., “From Message to Movement: Creating Brand Stories That Resonate,” Ashton Hauff
2:15 p.m., “Balancing the Narrative: How to Build Credibility and Trust with Your Audience,” Rob Port and Chad Oban

Registration

Register by April 11, 2025, to secure the early-bird rate. After this date, the registration fees will increase. Registration close at 5:00 p.m. on May 2, 2025, to allow NDPC time to finalize event preparations. The conference registration fee includes access to all sessions, meals, and light refreshments. 

• Member registration: $120 early-bird, $140 late.
• Non-member registration: $155 early-bird, $175 late.
• Student member registration: $60 early-bird, $90 late.
• Student non-member registration: $80 early-bird, $110 late.
• NDPC awards luncheon only: $30 per person.

Sponsors

Lou Richardson