Diane's background as a bookkeeper and  re-upholsterer  gave her the advantage of learning a great deal about fabrics and fibers, which was a benefit with problem solving on the cleaning side.  Diane originated the Carpet Cleaners Institute of the Northwest (CCINW) Carpet Cleaning College concept and was Chairman of the education committee for six years.   She is such a strong believer in the benefits of ongoing education, that when LPM ran out of class room space in their building,  they had an annex built, dedicating 1,200 sq ft to a fully equipped training center that incorporates a hands on Flood and Fire room for students to learn in.

Hobbies:   Power tools and hanging out at Home Depot!  Spending as much time as possible with her family and grandkids.    However--She still thinks of LPM as her favorite hobby. [ Diane was voted MVP in 2001 and again in 2003]