Minnesota Thought Leaders

Day 1 · Monday, June 15 - Thought Leaders Exchange

After the opening keynotes set the frame, a curated group of Minnesota thought leaders steps into the room to react, challenge, and build. This is not a panel where experts talk at you — it's a structured exchange where the best ideas rise to the surface.

Keith Krueger

CEO

Consortium of Schools Network

A nationally recognized leader in education technology policy, Keith brings a cross-district, cross-state lens to what responsible AI adoption actually requires at scale.

Dr. Melissa Olson

Director of Learning & Engagement

Spring Lake Park

Melissa leads learning design and educator development in a district known for innovative practice — and brings a grounded practitioner voice to questions of AI and professional growth.

Dr. Dave Blanchard

Director of Online Learning

St. Cloud State University

Dave sits at the intersection of higher education, online pedagogy, and emerging technology — and brings the university perspective to how AI reshapes teaching, credentialing, and student success.

Prophete Isingizwe

Student

St. Cloud State University

Prophete represents the voice this conversation cannot afford to miss—the student who is living the AI era in real time and will hold us accountable for the futures we're designing.

Sen. Aric Putnam

District 14

Minnesota

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