NTC’s Innovation, Mastery, Progress, Achievement, Community and Technology (IMPACT) Award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional innovation through creative problem-solving, mastery of technical skills and outstanding academic performance. It recognizes progress in personal and professional growth, achievements in competitions and projects and community engagement through active participation and collaboration. The award also acknowledges the application of technology to develop practical and ethical solutions to problems while making meaningful contributions to the Bemidji community and the region’s workforce through service and study in technical fields. The award also recognizes individuals for their association and contributions to NTC.

Award History

2025 — Justin Sherwood, fire chief, city of Bemidji