In 1987 she became a charter member of the Rotary Club of Ione, California, the first year women were accepted as Rotarians. One of the things that I have learned is that whenever someone asks you to do something, you do it. You don't ask for glory. You don't ask for recognition. The rewards just come.
More responsibilities just come.
And better jobs just come. She earned her bachelor of science and master's degree in home economics from North Dakota State University and then received her doctor of philosophy from the University of Minnesota. As a director of secondary and adult vocational programs, she was responsible for 13 school districts. She also has had experience as an assistant business manager for an oil company. Her expertise led her to be president of Convergent Systems, a diversified company with specializations in custom computer software, international education and training, security and investigation services, as well as the most successful nanny referral service in the Minneapolis-St.