Member Spotlight - Nikki Boote

Tell us a little bit about yourself:
I am married to my husband, Alan and we have 3 children, Jade, Jory (engaged to Shawnee Hansen), and Jace and we live in Binford, ND. I am the Customer Relations Manager at Dakota Central, and my husband and I own and operate Boote Septic Solutions (portable toilet rental and tank pumping business) as well as Ranch.  Additionally, my dad, brother and husband are auctioneers, and as a family we own and operate Halvorson Boote Auction.
 
In my free time, we compete in rodeo and I enjoy golfing. 
 
Fun Facts:
I went back to Dickinson State University 4 years ago at the age of 50 (yes I was an OTA) and finished my Bachelor's Degree in Business, then my Master’s degree in Business Administration and Management, graduating with my two adult kids in 2024. 
 
I have 3 kids born in 3 different decades and 2 different centuries. 
 
What is your #1 bucket list idea?
I have been very fortunate to have knocked a few off my list but probably my # 1 right now  would be – to go on an Alaska Cruise.
 
If you wrote a book about your life or your career so far, what would the title be?
“Every day is your interview.”
 
Rapid Fire Questions:
Favorite food:  Pizza
Favorite dessert/candy:  Twix Candy Bar
Favorite restaurant:  Corner Bar & Grill
Favorite Movie:  Yellowstone
Favorite TV show:  I don’t watch much TV, but I do watch the local news every morning. 
Favorite music/band:  Country music/George Strait
Favorite Song:  Two Dozen Roses
Favorite Hobby:  Roping with my family
Favorite Team:  Minnesota Vikings
Best Vacation spot:  Arizona
Favorite Book:  Dare to Lead
Favorite Season:  Summer
 
IN DA CLUB
Why did you join Rotary?
I love meeting new people, serving our community and being involved. 
 
What is your favorite part of being a Rotarian?
Meeting the great people that are a part of Rotary.  All driven and willing to give back to their community.