Policy Outlook: WSI

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

• Art Thompson, North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) Director 

ART THOMPSON joined WSI following four years as executive director of the North Dakota Concrete Council, where he led all aspects of the industry trade association. He previously served as general and business manager of Williston-based JMAC Resources Inc., which provides heavy civil construction and ready-mix services. From 2012 to 2018, Thompson oversaw JMAC’s workforce, compliance with state and federal regulations including safety regulations, and financial forecasting and review. He also served as operations manager for Knife River Corp. and senior public relations representative for MDU Resources Group.
Thompson grew up in Washburn, N.D., in an environment of public service where his father was the sheriff and his mother was the jail matron. Thompson earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications at Minnesota State University Moorhead and a master’s degree in management from the University of Mary in Bismarck.
 

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

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