Decision Maker

Kristi Kristy

Knox County School Board - District 9

District 9, Tennessee

Kristi Noem is an American politician currently serving as the Governor of South Dakota, a position she has held since January 2019. A member of the Republican Party, Noem was previously a U.S. Representative for South Dakota's at-large congressional district from 2011 to 2019. She was born on November 30, 1971, in Watertown, South Dakota, and grew up on her family’s ranch and farm. Kristi Noem attended Northern State University and later took classes at South Dakota State University. Throughout her political career, Noem has been known for her conservative policies and advocacy for agriculture, business, and rural development. Her leadership style emphasizes limited government and individual freedoms, aligning with her Republican values.