Advisory Council
The Advisory Council is a group of business, industry, and professional leaders committed to advancing NDSU’s College of Business. Members help strengthen academic programs, expand support, and foster meaningful partnerships between the college and the business community.
- Influence the future of business education
- Network with leaders across industries
- Make a lasting impact on students and the region
Membership
The council includes up to 24 members who are appointed by the Dean with executive committee concurrence. Members serve three-year terms and may serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. The council meets twice per academic year, typically in the fall and spring.
Expectations
Council members advise college leadership on program relevance and operational efficiency, help connect faculty and students with industry, provide leadership and advocacy among alumni, and offer financial support to help achieve college goals.
- Active engagement in meetings and initiatives
- Financial contribution at a level meaningful to you (Participation in giving is expected).
- Commitment to supporting the college’s mission and students

Get Connected
Email Kathryn Birkeland to learn more about the Advisory Council and how you can get involved.
Kathryn Birkeland, Ph.D.
Ronald G. and Kaye S. Olson Dean | College of Business
NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY
kathryn.birkeland@ndsu.edu
Advisory Board
![]() | Steve BlazekVP - Senior Commercial Loan OfficerKodaBank | |
![]() | James BurgumChief Executive OfficerThe Arthur Companies | |
![]() | Bob ChalleyChairman of the BoardPark Place Group | |
![]() | Michael ChambersFounding CEO, Executive ChairmanAldevron | |
![]() | Shawn DobbersteinExecutive DirectorHector International Airport | |
![]() | Marilyn Froelich, CFAInvestment Consultant
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![]() | Jim HambrickBusiness Development OfficerCornerstone Bank | |
![]() | Joe HeilmanFinancial AdvisorMerrill Lynch Wealth Management | |
![]() | Leif HemstadServices Practice LeaderMicrosoft | |
![]() | Arden HetlandPresidentAmerican Financial & Automotive Services, Inc. | |
![]() | Brad KraftPresidentAscensus Trust | |
![]() | Michelle LarsonSenior Vice President of SalesWEX Health Inc. | |
![]() | Chris LeeExecutive Vice President/Chief Financial OfficerGate City Bank | |
![]() | Laura OberstExecutive Vice President, Head of Central RegionWells Fargo | |
![]() | Ronald G. OlsonPresidentNTY Franchise Company | |
![]() | Danielle PaulusExecutive Search ConsultantSagency | |
![]() | Doug RestemayerPresidentD-S Beverages, Inc. | |
![]() | TJ RussellChairmanCloverdale Foods | |
![]() | Chris StithVP Human ResourcesMarvin | |
![]() | Rebecca WoodOwnerCloud 9 Salon & Day Spa
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