A cross-section of government, higher education, community, and industry
The Advisory Board consists of visionary leaders committed to supporting the efforts of RealTime Talent. These leaders contribute to the strategic planning and operational priorities of RealTime Talent. Advisory Board members invest financially as strategic partners of RealTime Talent and engage in workgroups to execute key initiatives. Advisory council members represent the workforce development, economic development, and education ecosystems as providers, employer association representatives, or as key figures within their industry. This unique model not only reflects RealTime Talent’s dedication to building alignment with these ecosystems, but also the commitment council members have to building Minnesota’s workforce and a prosperous economy. Advisory Board membership is open to new industry groups or service providers as approved by current members.

Ron Anderson
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities
Board member since August 2017

Paul Cerkvenik
Minnesota Private College Council
Board member since August 2015

Rick Clevette
Construction Industry
Board member since October 2017

Liz Fink
Finance Sector
Board member since February 2019

Deb McMillan
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Board member since August 2019

Katie Misukanis
Minnesota Career College Association
Board member since August 2015

Tamara Nelsen
AgriGrowth
Board member since February 2019

Scott Peterson (Chair)
The Itasca Project
Board member since August 2015

Julia Silvis
The Itasca Project
Board member since August 2015

Mark Sonneborn
Minnesota Hospital Association
Board member since October 2019

Nola Speiser
Hennepin County
Board member since February 2019

Bob Stine
University of Minnesota
Board member since September 2018

Jeff Tollefson
Minnesota High Tech Association
Board member since July 2019

Amy Walstien
Minnesota Business Partnership
Board member since November 2019

Hamse Warfa
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Board member since October 2019