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Collaborating and Advancing the Greater Grand Forks Region
Our team is dedicated to the success of the Grand Forks region’s future. Our goal is to mobilize a variety of resources to help you and your business soar.
Before joining the EDC in 2006, Lund was with the City of Grand Forks Urban Development office for nine years, managing housing programs and special projects and serving as the deputy director for two years. Lund has served as the president of the Economic Development Association of North Dakota, is chair of the North Dakota Public Finance Authority Advisory board, represents Grand Forks on the Red River Regional Council board of directors and serves on the Altru Health Foundation board. 
As Director of Workforce Development, Becca oversees all EDC workforce recruitment and retention programs including the Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler Than You Think! initiative, the Northern Valley Careers Expo, and InternGF, and she partners with other agencies for programs like Accelerate to Industry Find the Good Life.
She also gives her time to the CVIC as an on-call crisis advocate, the Community Foundation, the Women’s Fund advisory committee, the International Economic Development Council Young Professional Advisory Committee, and her art business Damsel in Distressed.
As the Business Development Manager, Kevin Hatcher develops and implements strategies to support primary sector business recruitment and expansion in Grand Forks County. He will work with community leaders to attract new businesses and promote an environment that supports existing businesses in the region.
He is involved with Evolve Grand Forks and the East Grand Forks Rotary Club.
As the Marketing & Communications Manager, Mark coordinates strategic marketing and manages all internal and external communications with key stakeholders. He works to keep EDC members informed of organizational activities and continues to market the Grand Forks region as an exceptional place to grow and establish primary sector business. 
In his free time, you can find Mark taking photos for his photography business, crafting, or working on house projects. Mark is actively involved in Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals and frequently attends social events.
As Operations Manager, Brendan Brustad analyzes, compiles, and presents information for economic development projects and proposals. He also handles all operational responsibilities for the EDC. Before joining the EDC, Brustad served for 20 years in the United States Air Force.
Brustad served in a wide variety of positions from Medical Logistics to Recruiting. He arrived at the Grand Forks Air Force Base in August of 2015 and has made Grand Forks his forever home since then. With Brustad’s leadership experience, executive correspondence experience, and many other expertise areas, he will make a powerful addition to the EDC team.
Outside of work, you can find BRU spending time with his family and friends, cooking, fishing, and enjoying all the ‘cooler’ aspects of the Grand Forks region.
As the Workforce Development Specialist, Brenna will assist and lead the efforts to carry out workforce programs like the Northern Valley Career Expo, InternGF, and Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler than You Think! recruitment and retention initiative.
Originally from Thief River Falls Minnesota, she has become an active member in the Grand Forks community and has worked closely with the Empire and Firehall Theatre. Currently, she also serves on the board of directors for the Greater Grand Forks Community Theater. With her experience in collaborating with local businesses and community members, she is adept at building partnerships and creating valuable opportunities for the community.
Kinley Anderson
Temporary Workforce Development Specialist
As the temporary Workforce Development Specialist, Kinley will take over Brenna Mathiason's responsibilities while she is out on leave. Kinley will assist and lead the efforts to carry out workforce programs like InternGF, and Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler than You Think! recruitment and retention initiative.
Kinley graduated from North Dakota State University in December 2024 with a degree in Political Science and International Studies.
As the Cooler Marketing & Communications, Abigail will assist the Workforce Department in implementing workforce programs including Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler Than You Think! This includes managing social media, the "What's Cooler Today" blog and newsletter, and more.
Abigail is a current student at the University of North Dakota pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Graphic Design.
As the Marketing & Communications Intern, Lauren will assist in marketing the Grand Forks region for business development. This includes assisting with EDC social media, website updates, graphic design, and more.
Lauren is from the Grand Forks region and is currently attending Northland Community and Technical College.
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