IN PROFILE: Bonnie Bates
BUSINESS: Lakeside RV Resort Manager
AGE: 56
BACKGROUND: “I worked my one and only job in residential housing for the developmentally disabled, 19 of those years I was the director.
“When I went to work here, I was in the customer service office. I accepted the manager’s position just recently.”
FIRST JOB: “I lived in a very remote community. The closest movie theater was 45 minutes away and my high school graduating class was only 10 people. I went to work with the developmentally disabled right out of high school.”
YEARS IN BUSINESS: “I moved here in 2008 and went to work at the RV resort.
“Golden Casino Group is a member of the Chamber of Commerce but I do most of my volunteer work through my church. Now that my hours are more flexible, I’m looking forward to exploring options.”
PERSONAL: “I’ve been riding a Harley-Davidson since 1986. I love spending time with my family and in my church and I do a variety of arts and crafts.”
BUSINESS CLIMATE:
“I’m very supportive of this community. I love it and have no desire to move. People tend to work together.
I went to work for an already established business, so I don’t know what it’s like trying to start a business here.
“I think people should keep purchases at the local level before seeking other resources.”
