Welcome to Episode 3 of Architects of Acceleration — Applied Digital’s five-part series on building Polaris Forge 1, a first-of-its-kind, AI-optimized campus in Ellendale, North Dakota. This episode explores how Applied Digital is embedding itself within the local Ellendale community—from economic development and housing initiatives to regional partnerships and long-term collaboration. 🎤 Featured Speakers: • Nick Phillips, EVP of External Affairs, Applied Digital • Jim Grueneich, Representative, North Dakota House of Representatives • Moderated by Philbert Shih, Managing Director, Structure Research 🔍 What You’ll Learn: -How Applied Digital is contributing to Ellendale’s local economy and future -The importance of community partnerships in rural infrastructure projects -Why workforce development and housing support are key to long-term success -What it means to integrate with a community—not just operate in one ▶️ Start from the beginning — watch Episode 1 here: 📺 ▶️ Watch our Overview Video: 📺 📄 Download Our White Paper: 🔗 🌐 Explore More from Applied Digital: Website: LinkedIn: X (Twitter): 📌 Subscribe for the full Architects of Acceleration series. #PolarisForge #AppliedDigital #AIinfrastructure #ArchitectsOfAcceleration #CommunityImpact #EllendaleND #DataCenters #AIatScale #RuralInnovation