Cherie has been an adjunct instructor with St. Petersburg College since 1999 working primarily with the Business Technology Departments at multiple campuses. Since 1994 she has been the owner/instructor of an on-site computer instruction business serving local business and residential customers. Prior to her transition into technology she worked as a teacher, counselor and program manager serving the needs of teens in crisis. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Cherie has enjoyed being a resident of Clearwater since 1986.