Emerging Digital Academy's success is because of our partners.
The success of our students is directly linked to our connections within the tech community. Our partners and advisory board are the backbone of ensuring we remain agile, with relevant content and deep network connections. Through the partnership, we are able to provide our students with the best possible experience as they launch into their careers.

Founding Partners







Supporting Partners




Advisory Board

Nathan Joraanstad - Board Chair
Director of Engineering, Bushel
Kirk Anton
Co-founder + Senior Sales Manager, Heat Transfer Warehouse
Katie Bjornson
Technology Solutions Partner, Sanford Health
Kelly Dawson
VP of Human Resources, Border States Electric
Megan Glasow
Director of Solution Delievery, Perficient
Staci Holzheimer
University & Student Development Coordinator, Bank of North Dakota
Gary Inman
IT Manager, Bell Banks
Darin King
Vice Chancellor of IT, North Dakota University System
Byron Snider
SIS - Leader, Scheels
Taya Spelhaug
TechSpark Manager, MicrosoftOur partners are our early supporters who believe in our vision to create a world class coding school in North Dakota. Interested in more information on partnerships, student projects, or funding a scholarship?