Expertise:
Writing and teaching health and fitness; Inspiring others
Major Product/SVS:
Books; Teaching; Serving as an inspiration to others through motivational speeches
Hobbies/Sports:
Crafts; Golf; Bowling; Sports; Watching bull riding on television; Camping
Education Degrees:
Postgraduate Coursework in Physical Education and Psychology; Swimming
Affiliations Awards:
The Christian Women's Association; National Association of Professional Women; President, Women's Club, FL
Work History:
Writer; Inspirational Speaker; Swimming Coach; Physical Education Teacher
Career Achievements:
VIP of the Year, Lifetime Member, Cambridge Who's Who (2010-2011); Olympic Torch Carrier (2002); Award for Outstanding Achievements, National Literacy Program; Writer, Health and Information Column, Prime Time Newspaper (3 Years); Senior Hero Award, Inland Northwest Red Cross; State Advocate for the Misuse of Hazardous Chemicals Used in Swimming Pools; Published Book Author, "Escape From Hell, A Woman's Story"; Creator of Three Exercise Videos: "Stride For Life,” "Stride for Life On Wheels,” and "Stride for Life Energized"; Volunteer Exercise Teacher, "Stride for Health" Classes, Local Churches; Organizer, Active Teen Centers, Florida and Casper, WY
Charity:
Volunteer Literacy Teacher, Local Public Library; Anna Ogden Hall, Union Gospel Mission; Volunteer Counselor, Church Literacy Program
Number Of Years In Profession:
51
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her tenacity, persistence and love for learning.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she always loved writing short stories and inspirational books.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Knutson is the author of "Escape from Hell: A Woman's Story," which is available for purchase through Amazon.com and Hastings Entertainment. She also spends her time teaching at churches and caring for her husband, who has a traumatic brain injury.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Writing books
Education Certifications:
Numerous Certifications
Awards/Honors:
Olympic Torch Carrier, Spokane, WA (2002); Senior Hero Award, Inland Northwest Red Cross
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Knutson aspires to turn her first book into a movie.