North Dakota Dept. of Commerce

#DYK 84% of employees say they will remain with their current employer if English upskilling is offered? EnGen is available to North Dakota employers at no cost to help support employees who are non-English or limited English speakers. This resource provides flexible, accessible English Language Learning (ELL) tailored to the needs of diverse workplaces. Learn more here. 👉 getengen.com/north-dakota

We'd love to see you at this year's North Dakota Travel Industry Conference! Learn more and apply for this opportunity here: commerce.nd.gov/NDTICRegistrat…

#DYK 84% of employees say they will remain with their current employer if English upskilling is offered? EnGen is available to North Dakota employers at no cost to help support employees who are non-English or limited English speakers. This resource provides flexible, accessible English Language Learning (ELL) tailored to the needs of diverse workplaces. Learn more here. 👉 getengen.com/north-dakota

We'd love to see you at this year's North Dakota Travel Industry Conference! Learn more and apply for this opportunity here: commerce.nd.gov/NDTICRegistrat…

This is an opportunity for businesses and nonprofits to secure capital for projects that bring new visitors to our state and enhance the quality of life for North Dakotans. Applications must be submitted online. Application period will be closed on March 10, 2026, at 5 p.m. CST. Learn more and apply here: ndgov.link/DestinationDev…

We'd love to see you at this year's North Dakota Travel Industry Conference! Learn more and apply for this opportunity here: commerce.nd.gov/NDTICRegistrat…

The program supports development or expansion of attractions that strengthen North Dakota’s economy, and enhance quality of life for residents. More information here: ndgov.link/DestinationDev…

The Automation Tax Credit is a powerful incentive for North Dakota businesses looking to modernize. It offers an income tax credit of up to 15% for the purchase or capital lease of machinery and equipment used to automate manufacturing or animal agricultural processes. Application deadline is coming up on Jan 31! Learn more here. commerce.nd.gov/economic-devel…

We’re thrilled to congratulate Anna Nelson, Executive Director, City of Williston Economic Development, on being named a SelectUSA Invest in Rural America Award recipient for the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit. 🎉 Anna will be joining Commerce team members at SelectUSA this year as we showcase North Dakota’s strengths for international investment and partnership. Please join us in celebrating Anna and the Williston Economic Development team!

We are thrilled to share that North Dakota has been ranked the #3 Best State to Raise a Family by Wallet Hub! From our top-tier education and safety to our incredible quality of life and wide-open spaces, it’s no secret why families thrive here. Full article here: wallethub.com/edu/best-state…

#DYK 84% of employees say they will remain with their current employer if English upskilling is offered? EnGen is available to North Dakota employers at no cost to help support employees who are non-English or limited English speakers. This resource provides flexible, accessible English Language Learning (ELL) tailored to the needs of diverse workplaces. Learn more here. 👉 getengen.com/north-dakota

📢 We're hiring! 📢 At Commerce, you’ll join a team that values integrity, impact, partnership, and collaboration. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in public-sector accounting and financial reporting, work with grant management and compliance across diverse programs, and have opportunities for professional development and career growth within state government. Learn more and apply here. ndgov.link/AccountBudgetS…

The 2026 Travel Guides are out and free to order! 200,000 travel guides and 40,000 Hunting and Fishing Guides will be distributed to travelers from across the globe this year so they can learn more about our legendary state and start their travel plans. Order yours for free here. 👉 ndtourism.com/maps-guides

This program supports North Dakota primary sector businesses investing in automation that enhances productivity, efficiency and competitiveness across manufacturing and animal agricultural processes. Learn more here. 👉 commerceportal.nd.gov/Automation-Tax… Applications, including all required documentation, must be submitted by 5 p.m. CST Jan. 31, 2026.

We're celebrating Heather Schmidt today! She is celebrating 3 years of service to the State of North Dakota. Heather performs financial and administrative support on our team. She diligently handles budgeting, accounting, and fiscal management tasks, as well as assisting with reporting and oversight for various programs. Thank you and congratulations Heather! 🎆

We're launching a new opportunity to share how we can strengthen your community together! Join the Community Services team for virtual office hours focused on the Renaissance Zone program and its impact on community development. Register now to ask questions and learn how this program can help revitalize and strengthen your local area. Sign up here. 👉 lnkd.in/gMKYqGBn

The Automation Tax Credit is a powerful incentive for North Dakota businesses looking to modernize. It offers an income tax credit of up to 15% for the purchase or capital lease of machinery and equipment used to automate manufacturing or animal agricultural processes. Application deadline is coming up on Jan 31! Learn more here. commerce.nd.gov/economic-devel…

This program supports North Dakota primary sector businesses investing in automation that enhances productivity, efficiency and competitiveness across manufacturing and animal agricultural processes. Learn more here. 👉 commerceportal.nd.gov/Automation-Tax… Applications, including all required documentation, must be submitted by 5 p.m. CST Jan. 31, 2026.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Commerce team!

The Automation Tax Credit is a powerful incentive for North Dakota businesses looking to modernize. It offers an income tax credit of up to 15% for the purchase or capital lease of machinery and equipment used to automate manufacturing or animal agricultural processes. Application deadline is coming up on Jan 31! Learn more here. commerce.nd.gov/economic-devel…