"Where
Kids Are Always First"
Meet the
Staff
Directors:
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Kimberly Pladson
Executive
Director
kimpladson@tntkidsfitness.com
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It’s been a rewarding experience and a privilege
for me to be a part of TNT from the very beginning. My commitment has
always been to implement a unique fitness and gymnastics program for
children regardless of their physical ability, while integrating the
program in an equal opportunity environment.
Our message is “Kids Are Always First”. Childhood
obesity has reached 12.5 million nation-wide per the CDC (Center for
Disease Control) and our goal is to get and keep kids active!
We value each person and exist through
collaborating with outside agencies, the many monetary gifts we receive
as a non-profit organization, and the many dedicated volunteers. We
know the incredible responsibility it takes to have successful programs
that give value and education to the participants to ensure quality as
well as awareness for people with various disabilities. As we embark
upon a new year, I embrace attaining the very best possible standards
for your children and sincerely thank you for the opportunity to serve
you!
In
Heath & Fitness,
Kim
Pladson
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Ericka Vasko
Recreational
Gymnastics Director
ericka@tntkidsfitness.com
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Ericka is a 2008 graduate of NDSU with a degree in
Exercise Science. She has 11 years in the gymnastics field and has been
a recreational coach since the opening of TNT. “I love my job at TNT
because the kids teach me as much as I teach them. I feel great
happiness when I see kids succeed to their very best.”
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Nate Hendrickson
Kid's Fitness & Special Needs
Director
nate@tntkidsfitness.com
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Nate is a 2007 graduate of MSUM with a BS degree in
Health/Physical Education and a DAPE Licensure. “I am very excited to
be at TNT and to have the opportunity to influence and be influenced by
so many amazing kids of all abilities. My passion is to help kids
succeed and feel positive about themselves.”
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Keith Bukowski
Competitive Director
keith@tntkidsfitness.com
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Keith has been involved in the sport of gymnastics for over 17 years
with experience in every aspect- an athlete, a coach, and a judge. As a
former nationally ranked athlete himself, he has coached several
gymnasts to State, Regional, and National competitions, including the
2008 Region 2 Champion and runner up, as well as the 2009 Region 4
Champion. Keith has also been named as the ND State TOPs Director by
USA Gymnastics, and is a member of the North Dakota State Women’s
Gymnastics Board.
“I am very excited to share my knowledge and experience with the
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"Where
Kids Are Always First"
Meet Our
Board
Valrey Kettner, Board President, is an Associate
Vice President for Sponsored Programs Administration at NDSU. Val joined NDSU
in Aug. of 2001, having previously been employed for the Assistant
Director of Sponsored Programs at Iowa State. Val is a 1988 graduate of the UND
School of Law, and a 1985 graduate of Mayville State. Val recently served on
the Executive Board as Secretary for TNT. Val was a high school gymnast,
as well as a coach and judge. She has a daughter on the competitive team. Val has a definite passion for the
sport of gymnastics, and brings a background in the grants administration arena
to the board.

Charolette Olson, Vice President, has worked at Microsoft (in
various US locations) for over 12 years. She currently serves as a Sales
Manager for the East Region. Charolette is married and has two children – Ariel
and Steffan. Steffan competes on the TNT Boys Team. Charolette has served on
several other non-profit boards in the past and is currently President of a
local Toastmaster Club. She is also active in her church, teaching confirmation
along with other leadership roles.

Jon Kretchman, Treasurer, has been employed at
BLACKRIDGE Bank for the last 2 years as the President. He is also active
in the United Way, Homebuilders Association, and multiple banking organizations.
Jon’s financial background is a valuable asset to the board.
Paul Werder, Secretary, has worked for the ND Army National Guard for the last 6
years. Paul has served on the board since 2007 and brings knowledge of
logistics and planning to the board.

Kurt Kollman, Board Member , a local business owner
of Construction Supply, Inc., materials supplier to general contractors & steel
fabricators. Kurt is married and has 3 children. Kurt has served on many
boards in the community. Currently a board member for the Metropolitan Sports
Foundation, Fargo Flyers Hockey Organization and has served as President for the
local chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute. Kurt brings his
community service and experience along with a strong financial background to the
board.

Shelley Gompf, Board Member, is the Sr. Vice
President of Human Resources for Ulteig, where she is responsible for guiding
the development of their workforce. Shelly joined Ulteig in 2008 with a
background in human resources, organizational and leadership development. Prior
to Ulteig, Shelly worked for Microsoft and in the healthcare field providing
senior leadership in the areas of human resources, workforce development,
mergers and acquisitions, organizational and leadership development, and change
management as well as workplace wellness and culture improvements.
Shelly's community involvement includes
more than eight years of service on the Board of Directors for the
Fargo-Moorhead Human Resources Association, a Director role on the North Dakota
State Human Resource Council. Currently she holds membership on the C-400
advisory board at Concordia College, membership on the Women’s Leadership
Council of the United Way of Cass Clay and sits on the Board of Directors for
the Plains Art Museum. In addition she speaks publicly and volunteers her time
to facilitate dialogues on people-related topics including talent management,
conflict, motivation, work-life balance, time management, and performance
coaching.
Shelly is a graduate of Concordia
College with a bachelor's degree in Communication and Business Administration as
well as a master's degree in Human Resources from Ottawa University in Kansas
City.

F. Scott Neal, Board Member at Large, has been employed at
R. D. Offutt Company for the last 15 years in various officer positions related
to its real estate division. Currently, Scott is President of PROffutt Limited
Partnership, a real estate holding company for RDO. Scott is also an Executive
Board Member of the FM Area Home Builders Association and is serving as
Secretary. He brings a vast knowledge of financial and organizational
experience to the TNT Board and is serving his second term.

Tom McDougall, Board Member at Large,
has been in the business of Information Technology in the Fargo area since
1987. Currently President of High Point Networks, Inc., in West Fargo. Tom
serves as a Board Member and Treasurer of the North Dakota State Farm House
Fraternity Alumni Association. He is an active member of Bethel Church and is
the Games Director of their AWANA youth program. Tom and his wife Chris have
two daughters, and as a family are very active with many organizations in the
local area.
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