Introducing our innovative monthly Policy Outlooks. These concise 30-45 minute virtual meetings unite subject matter experts, government officials, and businesses to discuss critical topics like business climate, taxes, workforce recruitment, and infrastructure. These sessions will cultivate conversations that shape the future of North Dakota's economy.
 

Presenter

• Brenda Zastoupil, Director of Financial Aid, North Dakota University System 

BRENDA ZASTOUPIL has served as the Director of Financial Aid at the North Dakota University System since 2013.  In her current position, she oversees and administers state-funded financial aid, student exchange and education incentive programs, including ND Career Builders.  In her role she collaborates with campuses, state agencies, state legislators, and ND business to promote state financial aid policy and practice that is designed with student access, affordability and the growth of the ND workforce in mind.  

The event will be remote/virtual. To receive call-in information, attendees will need to register in advance. 

 

Topics covered by presenter

• Informed Insights: Experts will dissect current policy issues and program parameters.
• SWOT Analysis: To showcase the  opportunities and challenges related to the policy issue
• Interactive Dialogue: Engage in dynamic discussions, ask questions, and challenge the status quo.

  

Who should attend

1. GNDC Policy Council members 
2. Those looking to learn more about what is going on within the specific policy topic area
3. Members whose organizational success relies on the policy topic 
4. Individuals with feedback for policy makers on the policy topic

 

Upcoming Sessions

This is part of our monthly Policy Outlook Series. As we prepare for the 2025 Legislative Session, GNDC will use the input from these sessions to guide our Policy Councils and policy position work. 

• Corrections and Rehabilitation 
• WSI
• Previous sessions recordings are available: childcare, immigration, apprenticeship, tax policy, housing

Attend one or all of these events to shape our policy projection for the future.