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2024 Leadership Tours & Talks
4/12/2024

Event Description
We are excited to announce the first ever Chamber "Tours and Talks"!
Join us for behind the scenes tours and insights from some of our communities leading businesses and business leaders. 

Friday, April 12, 2024
 
  1. ND Coffee Roastery 7:45 - 9:00 am
  • ​Welcome & self introductions of attendees - Barry Wilfahrt, Chamber President & CEO
  • Bully Brew / ND Coffee Roastery Tour & Talk - Sandi Luck, Owner
Bully Brew Coffee is known for its delicious coffee and great customer service. Their coffee beans are roasted daily in their very own ND Coffee Roastery. Come hear their story, tour the roastery and learn why their customers have an unforgettable experience.
 
  1. Cirrus 9:30 - 10:30 am
  • Cirrus Tour & Talk - Steve Thomas, Executive Director of Operations
See the in depth story of building a state-of-the-art aircraft literally from the ground up. All Cirrus airplanes start in Grand Forks with the manufacture of all composite aircraft components. See how quality, workmanship, and a focus on their employees, and the safety of their customers contribute to the success of Cirrus Aircraft.
 
  1. The Olive Ann Hotel 11:00am - 1:00pm
  • ND Business Climate & Legislative Issues - Arik Spencer, ND Chamber CEO & John Oncken, ND Chamber Board Chair
  • Noon Lunch at The Olive Ann Hotel
  • Olive Ann Tour and Talk - Phil Gisi, Owner & Landon Bahl, Vice President & COO
The Olive Ann Hotel is Grand Forks’ most singular destination, where a timeless elegance lends a new perspective to the boutique luxury experience. Imbued with historic charm and taking inspiration from none other than “The First Lady of Aviation,” Olive Ann Beech, this is a stay with a story.
 
  1. Alerus Center 1:15 - 2:00 pm
  • Alerus Center Tour & Talk - Anna Rosberg, General Manager
The Alerus Center provides premier entertainment and events that stimulate economic impact and improve the quality of life for Grand Forks area citizens. Get a behind the scenes look at how the Alerus Center hosts over 375 events annually, often spanning multiple days and hosting several different events daily, with just hours to turn from one major event to another.
 
  1. Ideal Aerosmith 2:20 - 3:15 pm
  • Ideal Aerosmith Tour & Talk - Barb Schultz, President
At Ideal Aerosmith, they help their clients escape the gravitational pull of complex challenges. They may be best known for developing motion testing hardware and software, but their biggest strength comes from their people and culture.
 
  1. True North Equipment 3:45 - 5:00 pm
  • True North Equipment Tour & Talk - John Oncken, Owner & CEO
  • Social with beverages and light hors d'oeuvres
In addition to eight John Deere retail locations across MN and ND, a company resource and training center in Grand Forks, ND provides training opportunities for customers and employees. We will also tour their first of its kind Impact Center.